Even before its current zenith of popularity, coffee has been a favorite beverage worldwide for centuries. To prepare coffee beans for use, human ingenuity has created hundreds of versions of coffee grinders, and this book...
Whether the name Limoges brings to mind a region in France, the city of Limoges, or the factories that produce fine Limoges porcelain, a picture of romance, beauty, and fabulous artisans no doubt follows. This...
Neither a particular style nor the product of one company, crackle glass has become one of the popular fields of twentieth century glass collecting. Crackling, a finish caused by dipping the hot piece of glass...
After completing a tour of duty (thirty-five missions) in B-17s, Bert Stiles transferred to a fighter squadron. Just four months later he was killed in action on an escort mission to Hanover, Germany, on November...
Take a look through the lens of acclaimed photographer Steve Bonge, who has traveled worldwide for years to capture the best of modern tattoo art. On the other side you’ll meet an incredible assembly of...
Baroness Kunigunde von Richthofen originally published Mein Kriegstagebuch (My War Diary) in 1937, at a time when tales of heroes of the First World War inspired the youth of a country being prepared for a...
The notable and innovative costume jewelry designs and creations of Lea Stein Paris. In the world of costume jewelry, the name Lea Stein Paris® is recognized as the most notable and innovative designer of plastic jewelry...
The early terra cotta, garden wares, tiles, Franciscan line, and Catalina artware produced by the prolific Gladding, McBean and Company from the late 1800s to 1942 are covered and beautifully displayed in this fascinating book....
Finally, a much-needed expansive photo reference guide to this popular manufacturer of fine bone china from Longton in the renowned Staffordshire potting district in England. A grand assortment of the prolific Shelley Pottery’s products is...
The names Raoul Lufbery, Doug Campbell, Reed Chambers, Ham Coolidge, and the greatest American fighter ace of World War I, Eddie Rickenbacker, are those most closely associated with Uncle Sam's "Hat in the Ring" squadron,...
This is the most comprehensive guide on collecting fire-related antiques available today. Showcased is a breathtaking collection of functional items, including helmets, parade trumpets, badges, grenades, alarm boxes, and lanterns; and presentation items, such as...
In his newest book, silver expert Richard Osterberg guides readers on a colorful, yet practical tour of fine antique silver. The book’s first part deals with silver flatware made circa 1875-1885, with a broad representation...