Miscellaneous
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Last Updated 20th Jan 2008 |
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Miscellaneous |
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A634. MUSICAL BOXES - David Tallis. Pub 1971. An authoritative work written by a noted collector that includes their history, purchase and repair, directory of makers, glossary etc. 4 Col. pates and 16 pages of half tone photographs. 128pp. Top edges very grubby. Main contents clean in sl. worn D/J. |
£12.00 |
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A644. MAKING PERIOD DOLLS' HOUSE ACCESSORIES - Andrea Barham. Pub 1996. 80 individual projects to make, to give a personal and realistic touch to every type of room. Covers styles from the 15th to the 20th centuries. Bib. Very well Illust. with Col. photos and B/W Illust. 153pp. 27 x 21. Softback. Very good. |
£12.00 |
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B929. THE ART OF THE CELTS - Origins, History, Culture - Iain Zaczek. Pub 1997. Well Illust. survey of the Celtic heritage. 28 x 21. 128pp. Good in D/J. |
£7.50 |
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B930. THE AUTOBIOGRAPHY OF M. M. KAYE - Part One - The Sun in the Morning. - Pub 1990. A fascinating, vigorous and enjoyable first part of the autobiography of the author of 'The Far Pavillions' written with enthusiasm, vitality and authority. Some Mono plates. 24 x 16. 450pp. Very good in D/J. |
£7.50 |
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B931. ALCOHOL - Customs and Rituals - Compiled. Pub 1986 The Encyclopaedia of Psychoactive drugs. Fascinating survey well Illust. in B/W throughout. 23 x 16. 118pp. Laminated covers. Mint. |
£4.00 |
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B939. ANTIQUE TOYS AND DOLLS - Constance E. King. Pub 1979. A comprehensive study that includes Tin Toys, Soft Toys, Board games as well as Dolls etc. Very well Illust. mainly with B/W photos. 249pp. 28 x 22. Very good in D/J. |
£25.00 |
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B1247. BOXES AND LOCKETS - Metal Smithing Techniques - Tim McCreight. Pub 1999. Detailed practical guide from a master teacher. Superbly Illust. with Col. Planets throughout. 140pp. 26 x 22. Mint in D/J. SPECIAL PRICE. |
£14.00 |
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C302. CRACKING ANIMATION - The Aardman Book of 3D Animation - Peter Lord and Brian Sibley. Pub 1998. Foreword by Nick Park. A unique history of the successful Aardman studios and its animation techniques with a fully Illust. step a by step description of how to create effective characters, story boards and sets etc. 478 Illust. inc. 450 in Col. 25 x 24. 188pp. Nr. Mint in D/J. |
£15.00 |
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C308. ALCHIMIA - Contemporary Italian Design - Kazuko Sato. Pub 1988 Germany. A fascinating pictorial survey of this unique design group originally set up in Milan in 1976 as 'the project with the 20th Century Image'. 30 x 23. 210pp. Large Softback. Clean to good. |
£14.00 |
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C309. EASY TO MAKE DOLLS HOUSE ACCESSORIES - Andrea Barham. Pub 1995. Detailed practical guide to making a dazzling variety of decorative objects. Detailed L/Ds and Col. Photos. 27 x 21. 167pp. Soft back. Mint. |
£12.00 |
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C608. THE MODERN HOSTESS - Judith Litowel. Pub 1961. A practical guide to entertaining with ease and economy on all occasions. 22 x 15. 255pp. Edges sl. aged. Overall clean in worn D/J. |
£4.50 |
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C609. THE COLLECTOR'S GUIDE TO DOLLS - Kerry Taylor. Pub 1995. A superb source book with expert advice and over 100 Illust. as reference. Gloss. 30 x 23. 93pp. Mint in D/J. |
£12.00 |
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C610. DOLLS AND DOLLS' HOUSES - Constance Eileen King. Pub 1989 USA. A richly informative and beautifully Illustrated survey of these special toys, mainly made in the 19th Century. For collectors, enthusiasts as well as the beginner. 30 x 22. 252pp. Good in D/J. |
£18.00 |
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C913. THE TOP - Universal Toy - Enduring Pastime - D.W.Gould. Pub 1975. The unique and fascinating story of the top, its origins, its technical aspects, its mathematics and the various forms it has taken. Well Illust. with over 100 B/W L/Ds. Extensive Bib. 23 x 15. 269pp. Edges sl. aged O/W good in D/J. |
£12.50 |
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C914. MORECAMBE AND WISE - Graham McCann. Pub 1998. A biography of Britain's best loved double act and one of British television's best loved shows. Some B/W Photos. 24 1x 16. 315pp. Nr. Mint in D/J. |
£9.99 |
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C919. THE HISTORY AND CONSERVATION OF SHOPPING ARCADES - Margaret Mackeith. Pub 1986. A unique and detailed survey including their origins, development and designs with examples from all over the world. Well Illust with mono Photos. Bib. 155pp. 28 x 22. Laminated covers. Nr. Mint. |
£28.00 |
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C920. SHOPPING ARCADES 1817-1939 - Margaret Mackeith. Pub 1985. A gazetteer of Extant British arcades. A unique survey Illust. with mono photos and architects line drawings. 148pp. 28 x 22. Laminated covers. Nr. Mint. |
£28.00 |
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C921. CIVIL WAR ERA ETIQUETTE - Martine's Handbook of Etiquette and Vulgarisms in conversation with Illust from Godey's Lady's Book and other contemporary sources. Pub 1988. A unique look at American etiquette and morals of the early 1860's with the use of various words and expressions in American conversation at the time. 23 x 15. Over 220pp. Soft back. Mint. |
£12.99 |
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C1221. THE DOLLS HOUSE DO IT YOURSELF BOOK - Venus and Martin Dodge. Pub 1990. A comprehensive guide to building and equipping dolls houses - from the roof to the rolling pin. Col and mono Plates and L/Ds. 219pp. 25 x 18. Good in D/J. |
£12.50 |
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C1222. TWENTIETH CENTURY ORNAMENT - Jonathan M. Woodham. Pub 1990. A beautiful and fascinating book that traces the development of ornament onto a wide variety of applications including furniture products, textiles, ceramics etc. Takes the reader through the 20th Century decade by decade with detailed analysis of the changes. A wide ranging lavishly source book. 400 Illust. 200 in Col. 325pp. 28 x 22. Good to very good in sl. torn D/J. |
£35.00 |
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D290. DESIGN AND MAKE YOUR OWN DOLL'S HOUSE FURNITURE - Headley Holgate and Pamela Ruddock. Pub 1993. Detailed practical guide written by experts, with step by step templates and clear instructions. Superbly Illust. throughout. 96pp. 22 x 30. Very good in D/J. |
£9.50 |
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D293. TIFFANY - Norman Potter and Douglas Jackson. Pub 1988. A history of Louis Comfort Tifffany, leading exponent of Art Nouveau, lavishly Illust and with a useful reference section listing the most important collections of his work. Plus information of the hallmarks. 24 x 23. 123pp. Long inscription on FEP. Edges sl. aged O/W clean in D/J. |
£9.50 |
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D297. PIPE - The Art and Lore of a Great Tradition - Robin Crole. Pub 1999 USA. The fascinating history of the pipe, its use, manufacture and the preparation of tobacco. Very well Illust. mainly in Col. Gloss. 28 x 23. 142pp. Mint in D/J. SPECIAL PRICE. |
£12.99 |
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D617. BOTANICAL ILLUSTRATION - Pub Paris 2003. A unique survey of images chosen from among thousands of European botanical representations from the 16th to the early 20th centuries. A beautiful visual display. 30 x 22. 165pp. Soft back. Mint. SPECIAL PRICE. |
£9.99 |
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D619. TRADITIONAL COUNTRY STYLE - Elizabeth Wilhide. Pub 1991 BC. 'Inspirational ideas and practical tips for every room'. Informative text. Very well. Illust. With col. Photos. 28 x 24. 189pp. Very good in D/J. |
£8.50 |
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D621. THE LANGUAGE OF FIELD SPORTS - C. E. Hare. Pub 1949. The origin and meaning of many of the hundreds of strange sounding words and phrases used by the hunters of the past. A fascinating survey. 23 x 15. 254pp. Edges aged O/W clean to good in torn D/J. |
£15.00 |
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D624. ARABIC ART - Prisse d'Avennes - Pub 2001. An anthology of ornamentation first presented in the 1860's by the inveterate adventurer. An irresistible encyclopaedia with incredible graphic scope that bears witness to the diversity and value of Islamic Art. Superb Illust. throughout mainly in sepia. 33 x 23. 235pp. Soft back. Mint. |
£12.99 |
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D625. UP IN SMOKE - Pipes, Snuffboxes, Chests, Vistas - Alice Orhant. Pub 2000 France. A colourful survey of all things relating to tobacco and smoking. 26 x 21. 91pp. Softback. Mint. SPECIAL PRICE. |
£5.99 |
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D626. THE FORGOTTEN SKILLS - Country Crafts Remembered - Norman Mursell. Pub 1985. Written by a remarkable gamekeeper and naturalist who tells his stories of the countryside and its people with wisdom, wit and perception. Drawings by Rodger McPhail. 24 x 16. 167pp. Clean to good in faded D/J. |
£6.00 |
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D927. PERSPECTIVE FOR ARTISTS - Angela Gair. Pub 1992. The rules of perspective illustrated and applied to painting and drawing including step by step instructions. Very well illust. throughout. Gloss. 109pp. 28 x 22. Laminated covers. Very good. |
£6.50 |
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D930. A PRACTICAL GUIDE TO BODY ART - Techniques and materials explained step by step - Hilary Hammond. Pub 2000. Over 50 design ideas to choose from. Patterns and ideas from ancient, Celtic, Mexican, North American, Indian and Southern pacific cultures. Very well illust. in Col. throughout. 93pp. 25 x 19. Laminated covers. Very good. |
£7.50 |
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D1230. PIMMS GUIDE TO THE SOCIAL SEASON - Pub 1983. 'A light hearted look at those who take their social life seriously'. Many B/W Illust. 127pp. 20 x 17. P/B. Clean to good. |
£4.50 |
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D1232. THE CHARLES DICKENS QUIZ BOOK - Michael and Mollie Hardwick. Pub 1974. A unique book to challenge the power of novices and advanced Dickensians alike. 87pp. 20 x 13. Clean to good in D/J. |
£3.50 |
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D1237. THE GRAMMAR OF CHINESE ORNAMEN - Owen Jones. Pub 1996. Reprint of the scarce work first published in a limited edition of 300 in 1867 as 'Examples of Chinese Ornament'. A unique survey 'selected from objects in the South Kensington Museum and other collections'. 15pp text followed by 100 superb colour Plates. A significant sourcebook for all designers and artists. 33 x 23. Nr. Mint in D/J. |
£25.00 |
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D1245. THE ART OF DOLLS 1700-1940 - Madelaine Osborne Merrill. Pub 1985.A visual and written chronological history of dolls beginning with 18th and 19th Century peg wooden dolls, dolls of papier mache and composition, wax and china dolls then dolls made of cloth, leather and rubber, and parian and bisque dolls. Very well Illust mainly with B/W Photos. 1141 Illust. 97 in Col. 432pp. 28 x 21. Very good in D/J. |
£48.00 |
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E307. RAKU - Investigations into fire - David Jones. Pub 1999. A comprehensive consideration of this most popular ceramic process. Includes a concise history, recent developments in materials technology, and an analysis of design. Lavishly Illust. with Col. photos throughout. 159pp. 29 x 22. Mint in D/J. |
£25.00 |
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E315. CREATE YOUR OWN PERFUMES USING ESSENTIAL OILS - Chrissie Wildwood. Pub 1994. Detailed practical guide with dozens of original ideas. 128pp. 22 x 14. Clean to good in D/J. |
£6.00 |
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E616. DESIGN SOURCE BOOKS - Pub 2002/2003 Search Press. a)ITIONAL INDIAN DESIGNS - Polly Pinder. g) ART DECO DESIGNS - Elaine Hill b) ART NOUVEAU DESIGNS - Judy Balchin. h) ORIENTAL FLOWER DESIGNS - Polly Pinder c) VICTORIAN DESIGNS - Elaine Hill. i) DECORATIVE INITIALS - Judy Balchin d) MEDIEVAL DESIGNS - Polly Pinder j) TRADITIONAL JAPANESE DESIGN e) EGYPTIAN DESIGNS - Polly Pinder k) FLOWER DESIGNS - Mandy Southan f) CHINESE DESIGNS - Elaine Hill l) CELTIC DESIGNS - Courtney Davis 'Beautifully illustrated, easy to photocopy, collection of patterns and motifs, flowers and plants, birds, insects and animals etc. Can be used by craftspeople, artists, needle workers and all those interested in creating their own original ideas and projects'. Over 30pp. 29 x 21. Softback. Mint. Each. | £4.95 |
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E618. CHINESE ORNAMENT - Pub France 2004. Fascinating survey of designs for flowers, animals, figures, geometric patterns and objects. Minimal text. 205pp. 19 x 19. Soft back. Mint. |
£7.99 |
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E621. METAL BOX - A History - W. J. Reader. Pub 1976. A unique survey of the transformation of the tin box making and printing industries of late Victorian England into the packaging industry of the present day. Some Illust. 256pp. 24 x 16. Clean to good in D/J. |
£9.50 |
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E623. ENCYCLOPAEDIA OF ART DECO - Edited by Alistair Duncan. Pub 2005. A visual guide to the influential Design Movement. Includes a comprehensive A-Z reference section, giving biographies of all the major artists and designers. Superb Col. Photos. 191pp. 28 x 23. Soft back. Mint. SPECIAL PRICE. |
£6.99 |
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E624. ENCYCLOPAEDIA OF ARTS AND CRAFTS - Consultant Editor Wendy Kaplan. Pub 2005. A visual reference to the Arts Movement 1850-1920. Comprehensive subject by subject survey of the key areas in which the movement made important contributions. 191pp. 28 x 23. Soft back. Mint. SPECIAL PRICE. |
£6.99 |
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E629. 1000 PATTERNS - General Editor - Drusilla Cole. Pub 2003. A comprehensive reference directory to an international collection of patterns. Each pattern is placed in its historical context with a description of how it was used. Comprehensive index that traces motifs across different cultures. Superbly Illust. in Col. throughout. Gloss. 23 x 20. 313pp. Soft back. Mint. |
£19.99 |
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E630. THE COMPLETE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA - George Perry. Pub 1987. The definitive account of a theatrical legend, and a superb record of a great stage musical. Superbly illust. in Col. throughout. 169pp. 30 x22. Good in D/J. |
£14.00 |
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E926. THE POLYMER CLAY SOURCEBOOK - Suzann Thompson. Pub 1999. ‘Over 30 new projects including miniatures, jewellery and home accessories’. Detailed practical guide very well illust. in Col.throughout. 110pp. 29 x 22. Mint in D/J. SPECIAL PRICE. |
£6.99 |
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E927. KALEIDOSCOPES - Wonders of Wonder - Cozy Baker. Pub 1999 USA. A unique captivating survey of these remarkable objects. An inspirational and fascinating guide. Superbly Illust. in Col throughout. 144pp. 28 x 22. Mint in D/J. SPECIAL PRICE. |
£8.99 |
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E928. THE MINIATURE HOUSE - Faith Heaton. Pub 1990. A selection of the finest examples of replica houses in Europe and America showing a variety of traditional and national styles. Reveals a fascinating sequence of rooms from attics to basements, and their immaculate furniture and furnishings. Very well illust with Col. and B/W photos by Nick Nicholson. 160pp. 26 x 27. Very good in D/J. |
£17.50 |
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E929. WEDDING FLOWERS - Pauline Mann. Pub1989. A most useful guide to a whole range of decorative designs for weddings throughout the year, plus useful suggestions and information. Well Illust. with Col. photos. 63pp. 20 x 2- 0. Laminated covers. Clean to good. |
£6.50 |
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E930. THE VICTORIAN BOOK OF POTIONS AND PERFUMES - Deborah Schneebeli- Morrell. Pub 1995. An inspiring collection of delightful projects and pastimes from a bygone age. Photos by Heini Schneebeli. 43pp. 24 x 22. Corner of FEP cut O/W good to very good in D/J. |
£6.50 |
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E931. THE REVIVED GREEK DANCE - It’s art and technique - Ruby Ginner. Pub 1936. A history and practical guide. Mono Plates and L/Ds. 144pp. 19 x 13. FEP cut. Prelims and edges aged. Main contents clean. |
£9.50 |
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E933. THE DECORATED DOLL’S HOUSE - Jessica Ridley. Pub 1990.’How to design and create miniature interiors’. An informative practical guide. Very well illust. in Col. throughout. 127pp. 32 x 254. Very good in D/J. |
£12.50 |
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E934. NINETEENTH CENTURY DECORATION - The Art of the Interior - Charlotte Gere. Pub 1989. A major work taking a detailed look at the design and decoration of domestic interiors in Britain, Europe and America. Informative and invaluable. Superbly illustrated throughout in Col. and B/W. 408pp. 26 x 27. Nr. Mint in D/J. |
£65.00 |
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E938. FONTS AND FONT COVERS - Francis Bond. Pub 1985. Reprint of the work first published in 1908. A definitive guide to these important highly decorated items. Very well illust. with many B/W photos and 8 Col. plates. 342pp. 22 x 14. Good in D/J. |
£14.00 |
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E1236. EGYPTIAN ORNAMENT - Pub France 2005. A selection of ornaments taken from Egyptian monuments and temples, as well as Egyptian decorative elements interpreted by Western artists. Col. and B/W Illust. 205pp. 19 x 19. Soft back. Mint. |
£7.99 |
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E1237. JAPANESE ORNAMENT - Pub France 2005. A selection of Japanese art - flowers, animals, figures, nature and geometric patterns. Col. Sepia and B/W Illust. 205pp. 19 x 19. Soft back. Mint. |
£7.99 |
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E1239. SHERLOCK HOLMES - A Centenary Celebration - Allen Eyles. Pub 1986. Entertaining and lavishly Illustrated book celebrating the phenomenon of the world's most famous detective. 144pp. 27 x 22. Good in D/J. |
£12.00 |
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E1241. MAKE AND FURNISH YOUR OWN MINIATURE ROOMS - Marian Maeve O'Brien. Pub 1976 USA. Practical and easy to follow instructions for beginners and those more experienced. Many B/W and some Col. illust. 225pp. 27 x 21. Soft back. Covers worn. Contents clean. |
£6.50 |
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E1243. THE COMPLETE GUIDE TO SHERLOCK HOLMES - Michael Hardwick. Pub 1986. An indispensable companion to the worlds most famous detective. 32 pages of B/W Illust. 255pp. 24 x 16. Edges aged O/W contents clean. |
£7.50 |
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E1244. THE RIVERS AND STREAMS OF ENGLAND - A. G. Bradley. Pub 1985. Facsimile of original 1909 Edition. An inspirational survey of the variety of landscape around the banks and pastures of many English rivers complemented with 75 full colour Illust. by Sutton Palmer. 278pp. 22 x 16. Small inscription on FEP. Clean to good in D/J. |
£7.50 |
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E1245. THE CUISINE OF JACQUES MAXIMIN - Edited and Adapted by Caroline Conran. Pub 10986. From breathtakingly simple to time consuming and expensive - an array of superb recipes from one of the most celebrated French chefs. 275pp. 24 x 16. Good in D/J. |
£3.50 |
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E1246. FOLK ART OF EUROPE - Helmuth Th. Bossert. Pub 1990. First published as 'Peasant Art in Europe' in the 1950's. Recognised as a masterpiece of descriptive crafts presentation, the book reveals the richness and diversity of the the design and ingenuity of the artisans. Examples were taken from all the important museums in Europe and represent folk art of every European country. A wonderful resource book and an inspiration for all readers. 27pp text followed by 88 Plates mainly in Col. 32 x 24. Good in D/J. |
£35.00 |
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E1247. KALEIDOSCOPE ARTISTRY - Cozy Baker. Pub 2002 USA. A stunning look at this awe inspiring art form with over 300 glorious col. photos of fabulous kaleidoscopes. An inspirational showcase. 144pp. 27 x 22. Mint in D/J. SPECIAL PRICE. |
£8.99 |
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E1249. DRESSING PORCELAIN DOLLS - Maxine Henry. Pub 2001. An inspirational and practical guide to making an exquisite range of 19th Century fashion, from shoes, socks and undergarments to fancy trimmings. Superb Col. Photos and detailed L/Ds. 160pp. 27 x 21. Soft back. Front cover sl. creased. Contents very good. |
£14.00 |
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E1250. LADY BEHAVE - Anne Edwards and Drusilla Beyfus. Pub 1957 Revised and Enlarged.'The famous guide to modern manners'. A wise and valuable reference book for all facing social perplexities written in a witty and racy style. 319pp. 22 x 14. Edges aged. Main contents clean in D/J. |
£7.50 |
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E1251. ANTIQUE DENTAL INSTRUMENTS - Elisabeth Bennion. Pub 1986. A fascinating and detailed survey which is an essential reference work for collectors and all interested in the history of dentistry. Very well Illust. throughout. Bib. 181pp. 25 x 19. Good to very good in D/J. |
£17.50 |
