A good clean copy of the sixth edition of "Maps and Map Makers", by R.V.Tooley, first published in 1949, this copy issued by B.T.Batsford of London in 1978. This standard work of reference gives full information and illustrations of the principal map-makers and map publishers and their work from the earliest times to the nineteenth century, combining an appreciation of the popular decorative side of early maps with historical and bibliographical notes. Hard covers, large format, 140 pages, original dust jacket, now a little shabby. Ref. ZMAMMR/C5. $65.00.  *** INCLUDES FREE SHIPPING WITHIN U.K. ***

 

 

 

 

 

 A good clean First Edition copy of this now scarce groundbreaking work, "Tunbridge and Scottish Souvenir Woodware, with chapters on Bois Durci and Pyrography", by Edward and Eva Pinto, published by George Bell & Sons of London in 1970. The first full length study of the decorative woodware produced at Tunbridge Wells and in Scotland during the nineteenth century, and a worthy sequel to Edward Pinto's, "Treen and Other Wooden Bygones", the latter now universally regarded as the standard work of reference on the subject. Hard covers, large format, 149 pages, original dust jacket, now rather untidy. Ref. ZTSSWBDPEEP/B5. $95.00.  *** INCLUDES FREE SHIPPING WITHIN U.K. ***

 

 

 

 

 

 A good clean copy of "Wedgwood", by Geoffrey Wills, first published by Country Life Books in 1980, this edition issued in 1989 by Chartwell Books of New Jersey. Beautifully illustrated in color and black and white, this book traces the history of the company from the middle of the 18th century and tells how Jasper, Black Basalte, Queensware and many other Wedgwood products came into existence, including the dinner and dessert service of nearly 1,000 pieces made for Catharine the Great, Empress of Russia. The author, Geoffrey Wills, was Honorary Editor of "The Proceedings of the Wedgwood Society", from it's first issue in 1956 until 1975. Hard covers, 128 pages, original dust jacket. Ref. ZWGW/C5. $65.00.  *** INCLUDES FREE SHIPPING WITHIN U.K. ***

 

 

 

 

 

 An Ex Libris First Edition copy, from Dorset County Library, of "Starting to Collect Silver", by John Luddington, published by The Antique Collectors' Club of Woodbridge, Suffolk, in 1984. This fascinating book describes, in an easy to read manner, the many problems and pitfalls which face the novice; and to strengthen his points, the author includes copious illustrations of interesting pieces. His method of analysing the value of pieces is excellent and cannot but fail to leave the novice with a much clearer understanding of the complex factors which go to make up the assessment of quality of a piece of silver. Some water damage to the first few pages, which however does not obtrude into the body of the work. Hard covers, large format, 225 pages, original dust jacket. Ref. ZSTCSJL/B3. $45.00.  *** INCLUDES FREE SHIPPING WITHIN U.K. ***

 

 

 

 

 

 A good clean copy of "Domestic Metalwork 1640 - 1820", by Rupert Gentle and Rachael Field, originally published in 1975 and here offered as revised and enlarged by Belinda Gentle and issued by The Antique Collectors' Club of Woodbridge, Suffolk, in 1994. Widely regarded as one of the key works of reference on the subject and essential reading for anyone with an interest in brass or the wider field of antique metalwork. Superb text accompanied by fine black and white and color illustrations. Hard covers, large format, 461 pages, original dust jacket. Ref. ZDM11RGARF/C6. $185.00.  *** INCLUDES FREE SHIPPING WITHIN U.K. ***

 

 

 

 

 

 A good clean First Edition copy of "Quimper Pottery; A Guide to Origins, Styles and Values", by Adela Meadows, published by Schiffer Publishing of Atglen, PA, in 1998. Provides an easy to read yet comprehensive look at this centuries-old French folk art and it's history. Excellent text accompanied by over 500 full color illustrations make this a must-have work of reference for the Quimper collector and dealer. Hard covers, large format, 224 pages, original dust jacket. Ref. ZQPAM/C6. $135.00.  *** INCLUDES FREE SHIPPING WITHIN U.K. ***

 

 

 

 

 

 A good clean copy of "19th Century European Furniture", by Christopher Payne, first published in 1981, this copy issued by The Antique Collectors' Club of Woodbridge, Suffolk, in 1989. For European, read Continental and allow yourself plenty of time to absorb the mass of fresh information contained in this pioneering study. The author, Departmental Director of Sotheby's Furniture Department, tackles with flair and panache the long overdue task of re-appraising this section of the market. With 1600 carefully chosen photographs, this massive tome is a triumph of scholarship blended with that streetwise realism which can only come from handling the goods. A valuable contribution to the study of furniture history. Hard covers, large format, 504 pages, mainly black and white illustrations plus a few color plates, original dust jacket. Ref. Z1CEFCP/C6. $145.00.  *** INCLUDES FREE SHIPPING WITHIN U.K. ***

 

 

 

 

 

 A good clean First Edition copy of "The Brass Book; American, English and European; Fifteenth Century through 1850", by Peter, Nancy and Herbert Schiffer, published by Schiffer Publishing of Exton, PA, in 1978. Regarded by many as the definitive book about brass objects, with large sections devoted to andirons, candlesticks, fireplace accessories, kettles and tobacco boxes. Smaller sections include horse brasses, scientific and occupational instruments and table wares. Strong academic text plus fine archive of black and white illustrations. Hard covers, large format, 447 pages, original dust jacket. Ref. ZTBBPNAHS/B3. $185.00.  *** INCLUDES FREE SHIPPING WITHIN U.K. ***

 

 

 

 

 

 A good clean copy, signed by the author, of the revised edition of "Quimper Pottery : A French Folk Art Faience", by Sandra Bondhus, published in 1995. A complete historical treatise, providing a comprehensive study of the famous peasant pottery of Brittany. Contains chapters devoted to fabrication, patterns, marks and artists together with full color plates documenting the constantly evolving folk art patterns and forms. Hard covers, large format, 244 pages. Ref. ZQPAFFAFSVB771/C6. $135.00.  *** INCLUDES FREE SHIPPING WITHIN U.K. ***

 

 

 

 

 

  A good clean copy of "Regency Furniture; 1795 - 1820", by Margaret Jourdain, first published in 1934, this revised edition published by Country Life of London in 1949. Long regarded as the key work on the subject, published at a time when the 20th Century re-appraisal of the merits of early 19th Century furnishings was getting under way, this important volume contributed greatly towards the laying of the foundations for later research. Strong academic text supported by 126 pages of fine black and white plates. Hard covers, large format, 188 pages, some light foxing, original dust jacket, now a little untidy. Ref. ZRF11J/C6. $125.00.  *** INCLUDES FREE SHIPPING WITHIN U.K. ***

 

 

 

 

 

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