This book is the fascinating story of the company and the people who produced Glidden pottery. The first section of the book tells about the history of the company, the important designers who worked there, and the wonderful designs they created. The second section of the book contains a richly-illustrated catalog of Glidden pottery. The photo illustrations show the patterns and shapes produced by the company, arranged by number, at a level of detail never before available. The catalog also features the author's informative commentary about individual pieces. This book is the most complete work on the subject available and is written in a style that will appeal to both avid collectors and casual readers. At the same time, it contains a level of detail that will be valuable to historians and researchers. The information from this book was a major part of the research for the 2001 Glidden exhibition at the Schein-Joseph International Museum of Ceramic Art, Alfred, NY, which was organized by director Margaret Carney, Ph.D.

This book gives you the opportunity to build a museum quality art collection worth far more than its current price. The internet now makes archaic jade available to you. You buy jade directly from owners and dealers worldwide. Now you can find eBay prices at or below what art dealers once paid. But before you buy, you must know what the experts know. This is the first and only book that teaches you how to spot counterfeit jade pieces, how to judge the age of a jade carving, and which inscriptions belong to each era.
It gives you the information that you must have before buying archaic jade. It does this with over 300 color photographs, many labeled to make a point clear. The book uses a single subject and compares and contrasts its portrayal through the dynasties of China. The author uses four criteria throughout the book: crystal re-growth, color, aging and patina, and artistic style.

With Many Reproductions Of The Most Artistic Examples In All Countries.

With Many Reproductions Of The Most Artistic Examples In All Countries.

A book of life's experiencing and challenges. Looking in the window of my soul. Take a bite out of life and liking it.

An obsessed antique picker, a UNESCO cultural theft inspector, and a pint sized female killing machine from the Amazon team up onboard a Siberian train to save the icon that can unite the Russian people with its miracles.

Raoul A. Leblanc is best known these days as a decidedly secular poet, with two volumes of work published in the last few years: 'Blasphemous Verse - Selected Poems 1947-2005' (Published 2005; 215 pages, 105 original graphics) and 'Different Points of View - Selected Poems 1947-2007' (Published 2007; 111 pages).

Many of the earliest books, particularly those dating back to the 1900s and before, are now extremely scarce and increasingly expensive. We are republishing these classic works in affordable, high quality, modern editions, using the original text and artwork.

Ready to upgrade your artwork from framed Monet posters but intimidated by what you see in galleries?
In The Intrepid Art Collector, Lisa Hunter shows you how to start a fine art collection without spending a fortune. This accessible, jargon-free resource contains up-to-date information on the most popular original art--everything from photography and posters to African art and animation--including where to find it and how to buy it at a fair price. Easy-to-use checklists help you evaluate original art and steer clear of clever fakes. In addition, Hunter has interviewed top dealers, curators, arts lawyers, and appraisers to bring you the best advice on:
- Advantages to buying real art instead of reproductions
- Determining if a piece of art is fairly priced
- Predicting if an artist's work will go up in value
- Techniques for negotiating a price with a dealer
- Developing your artistic taste, so you'll know if you'll still love your purchase ten years down the road
- How to preserve art in your home
- Resources, websites, and magazines that will help you learn more about the market and where to find different types of art

These maps are based on Britain's first national mapping project, the One-Inch ('Old Series') Ordnance Survey maps which were first published between 1805 and 1874. They have all been carefully scanned, digitally re-projected and enlarged to match the present-day Ordnance Survey Landranger(r) Map series. Each Timeline Historical Map is directly comparable with the corresponding Ordnance Survey Landranger(r) map and uses the same sheet number and grid references, so enabling the past and the present to compared with ease and accuracy. All the Old Series maps of England & Wales (123 in all) have now been published

These maps are based on Britain's first national mapping project, the One-Inch ('Old Series') Ordnance Survey maps which were first published between 1805 and 1874. They have all been carefully scanned, digitally re-projected and enlarged to match the present-day Ordnance Survey Landranger(r) Map series. Each Timeline Historical Map is directly comparable with the corresponding Ordnance Survey Landranger(r) map and uses the same sheet number and grid references, so enabling the past and the present to compared with ease and accuracy. All the Old Series maps of England & Wales (123 in all) have now been published

An essential reference, this gorgeous book documents the magnificent botanical prints produced by notable artists of the 17th through the turn of the 20th centuries. Celebrated artists include Basil Besler, Maria Sybilla Merian, Mark Catesby, Georg Ehret, George Brookshaw, Robert John Thornton, Pierre Joseph Redoute, and many others. Illustrated with over 300 full-color images of original and valuable botanical prints, this book fills a void in the literature, as few good botanical references remain in print. The text recounts the fascinating lives and passions of the artists and their patrons, the technical advances in printmaking, and the history and cultural influences that shaped the depiction of flowers, plants, and trees. Also discussed are many variables affecting the values of original antique botanical prints including condition, rarity, historical significance, and aesthetic appeal. A range of prices is included to guide you in your collecting and a section on framing, displaying, and proper storage makes this an indispensable reference. A fascinating book for collectors of botanical prints, gardeners, and those interested in the history of flowers.

Into the Antiquities Trade is a true story that documents the author's global exploits in the international antiquities trade. Mr. Cheek, one of the few real-life "relic hunters," spans the globe in search of rare ancient works of art, giving the reader an intoxicating glimpse into the inner workings of the trade through an international cast of characters. The author expands on the trade's current political situation and clarifies a myriad of opinions, while stressing his viewpoint that "there in no better preserver of ancient art than the private collector." Into the Antiquities Trade is a "must read" for every collector of ancient art and is a resource for both the neophyte and the advanced collector.