The Handbook of Roman Imperial Coins

Traditional Collectibles: Books: References New: item #260331
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The Handbook of Roman Imperial Coins: A Complete Guide to the History, Types and Values of Roman Imperial Coinage. By David Van Meter, Ph.D. Highlights of this Popular Numismatic Reference: 8,160 coin types and major varieties are catalogued in attentive detail. No other one-volume or even two-volume reference offers as thorough a catalogue of Roman coinage! Over 1,000 quality photographs of Roman Imperial Coins permit you to appreciate more than ever the artistry and lore of Roman coins! ... Click for details

Yoshitoshi's 36 Ghosts by Stevenson Woodblock

Traditional Collectibles: Books: References: Antiques Contemporary: item #260310
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A favorite book by John Stevenson about Yoshitoshi's magnificent woodblocks of famous Japanese ghost tales. Full title "YOSHITOSHI'S THIRTY-SIX GHOSTS". Published by Weatherhill 1983, ISBN:0834801892, lst edition, hardbound with beautiful unclipped dust jacket, 14.5" by 10.5", 92 pages. Book is in near fine condition.

Tsukioka Yoshitoshi (1839-1892) had a short life as a very popular artist during the Meiji era. ... Click for details

1873 School Book – Warrens Physical Geography

Traditional Collectibles: Books: References Pre 1900: item #189016
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This 1873 educational text was published by Cowperthwait and Company of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Authored by D. M. Warren, this delightful school text is touted as, “An elementary treatise on physical geography to which is added a brief description of the physical phenomena of the United States.”

Contains numerous black and white line drawings as well as a variety of colored maps which prove to quite adequately suppl... Click for details

Ladies' Vintage Accessories

Traditional Collectibles: Books: References: Antiques Contemporary: item #187298

Ladies' Vintage Accessories, La Ree Johnson Bruton,Collector books, Schroeder Publishing Co., Ky. 2001 A fun book that covers it all. fans, bats, shoes, aprons, capes,gloves,parasols,purses and more. Also a value guide. One quote from the book pretty much sums it up, " If you look good and dress well you don't need a purpose in life."

Vintage White Linins A to Z Reference book

Traditional Collectibles: Books: References: Antiques Pre 1920: item #187280

Vintage White Linins A to Z Marsha Manchester, Schiffer Publishing Co. Pa. 1997 Not only includes everything about textiles but is profusely illustrated with pictures. So many laces and kinds of needlework. the book is also a value guide and an enjoyable read.

Towards Post-Modernism Reference book

Traditional Collectibles: Books: References: Antiques Pre 1990: item #187277

Towards Post Modernism, Decorative Arts and Design Since 1851,Michael Collins,New York Graphic society Book, Little Brown and Co. Boston. Michael Graves, Andy Warhol, Venturi, Voysey,Vasarely and more.

Art & Design In Europe and America 1800-1900

Traditional Collectibles: Books: References: Antiques Pre 1990: item #187269

Art & Design in Europe and America At the Victoria and Albert Museum introduction by Simon Jervis E.P. Dutton, N.Y. 1987 Covers the gallery collection of furniture, metals ceramics, fine arts, graphics, jewelry etc. Very visual with lots of pictures and information.

Grosbois Shunga Woodblock Images of Spring

Traditional Collectibles: Books: References Pre 1970: item #186893
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A luxurious book on "Shunga: Images of Spring, Essay on Erotic Elements in Japanese Art", by Charles Grosbois, published by Nagel in 1964. Lots of color and b/w plates, tipped in and each one protected by rice tissue separator sheets (see example in picture of title page). 103 illustrations in full color & black-and-white. Erotic art in the context of the fundamental beliefs of the Japanese and the social development that took place in 17th century Japan. Folio - over 12" - 15" tall, 157 pages... Click for details

Michener Japanese Woodblocks Early to Modern

Traditional Collectibles: Books: References Pre 1960: item #186884
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This is a classic book on Japanese woodblock prints by James Michener, published by Tuttle, Vermont & Tokyo, in 1959. The full book title is "Japanese Prints - from the Early Masters to the Modern". Hardback. Large book in fine condition. Near fine unclipped jacket and slipcase. 257 plates, 55 in color. ISBN:0804803145. Great holiday gift or for your own reference. See my other reference books listed now.

The American Ceramic Circle Bulletin/Reference

Traditional Collectibles: Books: References: Antiques Pre 1990: item #186537

The american Ceramic Circle bulletin Number 5 Wedgewood's Queensware, Liverpool type Pitchers Decorated for Portland, Parian Porcelain Statuary, and much more.