documenta 12 reasons on a visual level. This photo volume presents the art projects that were produced especially for documenta 12, as seen by twelve photographers commissioned for this book project.

The more important marks as applied to earthenware, stoneware, pottery and porcelain between 1750 and 1900. Antique collecting is an ever-popular pursuit, but how do you identify where your antique was created? This book helps toward solving this problem by identifying marks used by different firms in a clear and easy to understand manner which will make it accessible for all. A concise book which identifies the more common marks on British pottery and porcelain between c. 1750 and the beginning of the 20th century. The bo... read more

One complete source book of identification marks Sterling silver - Electroplate - Pottery Porcelain - Pewter Double-entry marks index Perfect for enthusiasts and antique-market browsers You don't have to know anything about the piece to identify it A simple and effective system based on what you see on the item

Written over a century ago by furniture expert Frederick Litchfield, The Illustrated History of Furniture presents a fascinating and detailed study of the craftsmanship and artistry of furniture through the ages, from ancient times to the Edwardian era. An indispensable guide for the enthusiast, student and collector alike, this classic text is reproduced here as a beautiful facsimile edition and includes hundreds of the original engravings and photographic images.

Long taken for granted as ordinary household objects, needlework tools are enjoying a new and richly deserved interest among collectors of all ages and both genders. Covering the simple to the sumptuous, this delightful book chronicles the history and diversity of needlework tools dating from ancient Egypt through the twentieth century. Nearly 500 color and black/white photographs beautifully illustrate tools such as needles, bodkins, pin cushions, thimbles, bobbins, ch

Be in the know and pocket the profit with expert Judith Miller. Valuing collectables is quick and easy with this essential, all-colour price guide. It showcases over 5,000 collectables including current hot buys, from funky West German pottery to chocolate moulds. Plus, expanded sections on the increasingly popular 1950s-60s and British and European studio and factory glass. Hints on where and how to buy and sell, plus tips on what makes certain items more desirable than others, will prove invaluable to bargain-hunter and serious c... read more

This title helps the readers to know what's hot, what's not and how to create the perfect collectables collection from The Antiques Roadshow. If you're a serious collectables investor or an enthusiastic beginner then pick up this must-have guide to identifying and assessing collectables from The Antiques Roadshow. It covers thousands of popular items from Cranberry glass and vintage comics, to mobile phones and military medals. In this work, you'll find insider advice on collectables, with top tips on 'Starter Buys' to kick off you... read more

Lenore Doolan, a food writer for the New York Times, meets Harold Morris, a photographer, at a halloween party in 2002. He is dressed as Harry Houdini. In Leanne Shapton's marvellously inventive and invented auction catalogue, the 325 lots up for auction are what remain from the relationship between Lenore and Harold (who aren't real people, but might as well be). Through photographs of the couple's personal effects - the usual auction items (jewellery, fine art, and rare furniture) and the seemingly worthless (pyjamas, Post-it no... read more

The author, a member of the National Association of Watch and Clock Collectors (not listed among the acknowledged sources), traces the evolution of the watch from the 16th century. Bell also includes valuable caveats about pricing, and 614 color plates. The cover features watches valued from about $700. to $30,000. Annotation 2004 Book News, Inc.,

"Miller's Antiques Price Guide" 2007 is the definitive antiques price guide with a brand-new makeover. Whether you are buying or selling, with nearly 8,000 colour items - all sourced new each year from the antiques trade - this is the one book no collector can afford to be without. As well as traditional antiques such as furniture, pottery, porcelain, glass, and silver, the latest trends are covered in the decorative arts, and the 20th century. Special features give an in-depth look at American silver, Gothic revival furniture, cre... read more

Covers antiques from 18th century chairs to 20th century Barbie dolls, Art Deco sculpture to ancient Chinese ceramics, and Native American rugs to toy robots. This book also features mid-century modern and postmodern design.

The Official ABC Price Guide to Antiques.Published annually since 1985, this is the 24th edition of Australasia's longest running antiques and collectables publication. With 752 pages containing almost 8,000 just photographed items from dealers throughout Australia and New Zealand, it's easy to see why these books are so sought after. This is the longest-running and continuous publication on antiques and collectables in Australia and New Zealand. It has easy-to-follow, popular new page format, detailed categorisation that follows a... read more

Out of print, advised 30/1/2008. Carter’s Everything vintage 2008 picks up where the Carter’s antiques price guide finishes, and covers all collectable areas from 1950 onwards and is Australasia’s first and only dedicated price guide to collectables. Each item features a colour photo, description, price and dealers details, (following the format of the hugely popular and established Carter’s antiques price guide. Carter’s Everything Wntage 2008 introduces new categories of collectables, not previously covered by any Australian pri... read more

Carters Price Guide to Antiques contains thousands of new colour photos and collectables from all over Australia and New Zealand. Established in 1985, this book is widely regarded as the antuqies and collectables industry bible. With an updated, easy-to-follow presentation and comprehensive index, the 2009 edition of Carter's Price Guide to Antiques in Australasia covers every conceivable category of antiques and collectables from the dawn of time up until 1950 and is an essential reference for dealers, auctioneers, valuers and collectors.

Drawing on George Harrison's personal archive of photographs, letters, diaries, and memorabilia, Olivia Harrison reveals the arc of his life, from his guitar-obsessed boyhood in Liverpool, to the astonishment of the Beatles years, to his days as an independent musician and bohemian squire. Here too is the record of Harrison's lifelong commitment to Indian music, and his adventures as a movie producer, Travelling Wilbury, and Formula One racing fan. This book is filled with stories and reminiscences from Harrison's friends, includin... read more

Rotorua is one of the North Island's most popular tourist destinations for both Kiwis and overseas visitors alike. In 2007 there were an estimated 2.9 million visitor arrivals. Here, in this first book of Stories Behind the Scenery series, Mike Hollman's stunning photographs highlight the unique beauty of Rotorua. Sue Hall's text gives the reader the 'stories': the unique geology, the thermal activity, the Maori mythology, the people of the region from the earliest inhabitants, and the sports and activities on offer. A gorgeous sou... read more