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The application of make-up for women was made more convenient in the 1920s with the popularization of small container known as a "compact". Inside, pressed (compacted) face powder was housed with a cloth of feather "puff" applicator and a mirror...

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This gorgeous book is a delight for all who are interested in fine craftsmanship, beautiful jewelry, and the role of fashion in an ever-changing world. Costume jewelry is an intimate reflection of its age. Shaped by the attitudes and fashion...

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More than 1,000 examples of unique and highly sought-after gas station collectibles with a complete invaluable price guide. With the advent of the automobile and the central place it took in society, service stations became one of the dominant businesses...

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First published in 1968, this classic work remains the basic reference book for collectors and fanciers of American spoons. Now offered in a new edition, it will be a welcome resource in your library. Spoons themselves originated in prehistoric times,...

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This is the first volume of the definitive reference series dealing with commercial bronze sculptures in the period 1800 to 1930. This period spans the rise and decline of commercial industrial foundries in Europe, especially in France, and a wide...

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The identification and dating of American jewelry heretofore has been difficult because few pieces bear standard markings and the references have been diverse, hard to find, and incomplete. Using old trade journals and their related directories as her primary sources,...

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Dabbling Ducks and Whistling Ducks covers our most-colorful group of waterfowl: ducks on the ponds, lakes, and rivers.[AuthorName]By Bruce Burk[/AuthorName][AuthorBio][/AuthorBio][NumIllustration]107 color plates/680 b/w illustrations[/NumIllustration][CoAuthor][/CoAuthor][SubTitle]Volume II: Diving Ducks[/SubTitle][ColorPattern]107 color plates/680 b/w illustrations[/ColorPattern]

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This volume studies, in chronological order, three types of large clocks-wall, cabinet and freestanding, with particular attention to clocks from France, England, Holland, Scandinavia and the German-speaking countries. The emphasis is on French clocks due to recent great interest in...

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This monumental masterwork by the renowned nineteenth century scientist and authority on color, M.E. Chevreul, is unquestionably one of the greatest books ever written on color; the first English translation is reprinted here with the original color restored and an...

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This is the second volume of the definitive reference series dealing with commercial bronze sculptures in the period 1800 to 1930. This period spans the rise and decline of commercial industrial foundries in Europe, especially in France, and a wide...

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In 1849, the Gold Rush was on! A hundred and fifty years later, the era still captures the American imagination. This fantastic book goes into great detail about the real lives of the brave `49ers and those who followed them,...

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A complete guide to the art and beauty of antique carriage clocks and cases. The beauty of carriage clocks and their accompanying cases is an integral part of their design, but one aspect-their intricate movements-also displays solutions to mechanical problems...

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The delightful decorations that characterize Pennsbury pottery have made it a favorite type of American wares since the pottery's origin in 1950 and a rapidly growing field of collectible interest today. This book presents the history of the family-run business...

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This delightful book covers the history of character timepieces from the earliest clocks to the present day quartz wristwatches. With hundreds of beautiful color photographs it is a celebration of American imagination and artistry. In 1933, the Ingersoll-Waterbury Company produced...

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Maud Humphrey was one of the most popular illustrators in America at the turn of the century. Unfortunately, through the years, Maud's impact on American illustration was lost, until it seemed her only claim to fame was as the mother...

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From the flint tool to the stylus, from the quill pen to the fountain pen and felt-tip marker, this book invites one to develop anew or deepen one's love for beautiful old writing instruments. Hundreds of contemporary engravings, illustrations, advertisements,...

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The iconic clothing of the "Roaring '20s" comes to life through more than 550 color pictures of distinctive garments, fashion illustrations, and period photographs. Experience the excitement, style, and drama of the 1920s fashion revolution! Every aspect of Jazz Age...

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New insights into the origins of the typewriter and its history are illustrated with over 270 photos.  Since 1973, Michael Adler's first book, The Writing Machine, has been affectionately called "the bible of the typewriter enthusiast." This book is sure...

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Coloring books are a hot new field just now being discovered by many collectors. This beautiful book includes 500 full color photographs of coloring books published during the last 100 years. A history of coloring books, as well as information...

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A visual reference documenting nineteenth-century Biedermeier furniture through over 500 illustrated examples and practical guidance for collectors. Biedermeier Furniture presents a comprehensive survey of the elegant laminated furniture style that flourished across nineteenth-century Europe. Organized for clarity and ease of...

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Experience the iconic fashions of the 1920s, 1930s, and 1940s through 403 full-color photographs of fun, sophisticated, frivolous, and glamorous fashions on live models. Perfect for collectors of vintage clothing, clothing designers, and everyone who admires the fashions of the...

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From the end of the Civil War until the explosive popularity of the cigarette in the early twentieth century. the cigar was king. For the pleasure and convience of cigar smokers a wide variety of smoking accessories were manufactured, including...

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Here is a truly "national gallery" of roadside folk art, seen along thousands of miles of country byways. bill and Sarah Thornbrook guide readers over Rural Free Delivery (R.F.D.) mail routes through 48 states to discover hundreds of unique and...

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This magnificent book documents the trends, sources and makers of innovative 20th century designer jewelry in 13 European countries. The evolution of limited-edition artists' creations, as well as fashion and costume jewelry, are explored through the well-researched text, photographs and...