Stained glass has long been a part of domestic architecture, but in the late 1800s its popularity soared. In part, this was due to new manufacturin...

The arts and crafts of the second half of China's Qing Dynasty (1644-1911) are represented, with a brief nod to the early 20th century and the Art ...

Omega has become the watchmaker with the highest name recognition in timekeeping for personal and sports events worldwide. If the father owned an O...

This beautiful and exciting book presents the most stunning and important Omega watches. A range of over 100 marvelous photographs, informative tex...

From the beginning of time, armor and amulets have been used for protection and are found in cultures across the globe, and those who crafted them ...

From the Coffin sets of the 1870s to the Princess phones of the 1960s and beyond, this book explores the technology and the history of the telephon...

One Hundred Years of Valentines is a photographic essay. This book, a must for the collector or dealer, showcases over 450 valentine's cards from t...

The Orders and Decorations of the "enemy" during the Vietnam War have remained shrouded in mystery for many years. References to them are scarce an...

With this valuable book, novices and connoisseurs alike will be able to correctly identify the most distinctive styles and purchase contemporary Or...

When investigated with curiosity and enthusiasm, items that may seem mundane and commonplace can prove to be fascinating subjects! Commercial oyste...

Starting in the Victorian years of the 19th century, hearty oyster consumption made special, beautifully crafted "oyster plates" a necessity in fas...

When Midway Manufacturing introduced the Pac-Man™ arcade game in late 1980, there were many who doubted that a maze-based game could compete agains...

Over 500 color photographs, and an historical text present a beautiful overview of the ceramic table, kitchen, and artwares produced by California'...

Paden City Glass Manufacturing Company, of Paden City, West Virginia, manufactured popular etched tableware in many colors between 1916 and 1951. I...

More than 570 Pairpoint lamps with their distinctive glass shades are shown in this and the companion volume that comprise the catalog. They repres...

More than 570 Pairpoint lamps with their distinctive glass shades are shown in this and the companion volume that comprise the catalog. They repres...

The exceptional beauty of Pairpoint glass lamps has been cherished since their origin in New Bedford, Massachusetts, between 1907 and 1929. Now, fo...

Paisley textile designs are organized into a sweeping visual survey, from orderly foulard patterns to elaborate borders, from experimental media to...

The mid-century modern architecture of Palm Springs, California, is presented in 30 bright, colorful postcards. In Palm Springs, the desert environ...

These paper cut-outs developed from toys into a historically important reflection on the German military and social classes from the early nineteen...

Old books on glass paperweights are shattered by this beautiful new presentation of previously unknown facts! Hundreds of beautiful old and new pap...

Since the 1930s, more than 1.5 million glass paperweights have been made in Britain. Here is the first comprehensive reference to identify them. Wh...

Presented for the first time in detail, this examination of German medal bars covers a subject long overlooked in reference books. Illustrating ove...

Repairing a fountain pen is not as simple as it seems. After learning the parts and mechanical characteristics of a pen through the directions in t...

Through over 200 vivid color photos, detailed descriptions, and in-depth reporting about valuations, this book is a guide for both watch lovers and...

A young rebel named Antoni Norbert Patek de Prawdzic fled war-torn Poland in 1832 and embarked upon a career path that led him to watchmaker Jean-A...

Occasionally, some notably historic piece of Americana--artifacts, photographs, or written materia--turns up from forgotten storage. Such is the ca...

Decorated peanut butter glasses were made in the 1950s to sell commercially produced peanut butter. The glasses were printed with colorful painted ...

Dealers and collectors rejoice! This revised and expanded third edition of the one authoritative book of these colorful tumblers is here. More than...

Peanut butter glasses were made in the 1950's in three sizes to sell commercially produced peanut butter, primarily from the Boscul Peanut Buitter ...

The round headed kid and his beagle lead a wonderful cast of characters that has warmed the hearts and tickled the funny bones of people around the...

Initially published in 1992, the "Pearl Buying Guide" was the first book to give consumers details on judging pearl quality and value. The 207 new ...

A fantastic presentation of history and culture, of designers and automobiles. The author has explored family history and far beyond to explain how...

Text in Danish. Bogen handler om mønternes funktion i Norge fra Harald Hårfagers tid (1047-1066) til Svartedauen (pestepidemi i Norge 1349-1350). B...

The delightful decorations that characterize Pennsbury pottery have made it a favorite type of American wares since the pottery's origin in 1950 an...

The German immigrants to Southeastern Pennsylvania developed a rich and very colorful quilting heritage after they arrived in America. This book fo...