Antique Reproduction Furniture – Add a Bit of Old World Charm to Your Interior
Many of us share a love for Old World tradition and the classic elegance to be found in a fine piece of English or Continental Antique Furniture, but few of us can afford the four or five figure price tag that comes with the genuine article. Fortunately there is a solution. Antique reproduction furniture can provide the same look and feel at a fraction of the cost. In fact, you can enjoy a high quality reproduction of an antique item that could otherwise only be found in a museum or royal palace for little more than you would pay for the typical contemporary mass-produced item of the High Street.
From the traditional old English designs of the Georgian, Victorian, and Edwardian Eras to the unparalleled opulence of the court of Louis XV and the French Empire, the timeless designs of the Old World offer inspiration to a wide array of tastes.
Apart from furniture, high quality antique reproductions can bring a variety of practical as well as decorative treasures to life. With fine porcelain, glassware, silver and silver plate wares, bronzes, clocks, and a wide range of other unique antique decorative pieces often carrying price tags as high as those on furniture, reproductions of these kinds of items can as well bring enjoyment and splendour without breaking the bank.
Find an established specialist who deals in both antique as well as reproduction items that understands the difference between the two and represents them accurately. Use of the terms “style” or “in the manner of” generally mean that the item is a contemporary or vintage reproduction. The terms “antique,” “period,” and “circa” will usually mean that the piece is original to the historical era mentioned – and much more expensive!
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Presto 3510 FlipSide Belgian Waffle Maker $29.97 National Presto Industries FlipSide 03510 Waffle Maker 03510 948… |
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Wabash Valley Farms 25008 Whirley-Pop Stovetop Popcorn Popper $19.94 There’s more to going to the movies than seeing the movie itself – it’s the popcorn! Now, with the Whirley Pop Popcorn Maker, you can make fluffy, delicious popcorn just like you get at the theater. The stay-cool hardwood handle turns the stainless steel paddle inside, preventing scorching and burning, and making certain every kernel pops up like it should. The steam vents on top allow moisture to… |
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Zwilling J.A. Henckels Twin Sharp Duo Knife Sharpener $18.94 Henckels Twin Sharp Duo knife sharpener is suitable for all knives with a fine edge, with the exception of coated knives. The stainless-steel sharpener comprises two modules, which are marked on the sharpener. The first module features steel wheels for coarse sharpening and presharpening, and the second module uses ceramic wheels for fine sharpening and smoothing. This sharpener works well fo… |
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All World: Greatest Hits $4.38 The very epitome of “been there, done that,” LL Cool J also has the distinction of having originated (or, at least, being the most proficient at) half a dozen rap styles. On the hits collection All World, all the phases are represented: he was “hard as hell” on 1986′s “Rock the Bells” and again on 1991′s “Mama Said Knock You Out”; on 1987′s “I Need Love,” he was the painfully sappy precursor to Bo… |
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Music Box Christmas $7.99 An irresistibly charming addition to any room, our Music Box will delight both young and young-at-heart. Your guests will be captivated by the finely detailed dancing couples who swirl around the lighted ballroom in an endless promenade. The library of 16 music discs features eight holiday favorites and eight traditional melodies. Handcrafted cabinet with lacquered burl finish; glass top and front… |
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Up – Limited Edition Luxo Jr. Collectible Lamp Pack [Blu-ray] $159.99 At a time when too many animated films consist of anthropomorphized animals cracking sitcom one-liners and flatulence jokes, the warmth, originality, humor, and unflagging imagination of Up feel as welcome as rain in a desert. Carl Fredericksen (voice by Ed Asner) ranks among the most unlikely heroes in recent animation history. A 78- year-old curmudgeon, he enjoyed his modest life as a balloon se… |
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Love Letter [VHS] $9.52 No one with romantic tendencies will be able to resist The Love Letter. Campbell Scott plays a Civil War buff who buys a desk from that era. While polishing it, he discovers a secret compartment, in which sits an unmailed letter–a letter written by a young woman named Lizzie (Jennifer Jason Leigh) over a century earlier. Touched by her yearning for passion, he writes her back, egged on by his mys… |
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Best of Shari Lewis Lambchop & Friends [VHS] $9.98 … |
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The Incredibles (Two-Disc Collector’s Edition) $9.95 Disney Presents a Pixar Film, THE INCREDIBLES. From the Academy Award(R) winning creators of FINDING NEMO (2003 Best Animated Feature Film) comes the action-packed animated adventure about the mundane and incredible lives of a house full of superheroes. Bob Parr and his wife Helen used to be among the world’s greatest crime fighters, saving lives and battling evil on a daily basis. Fifteen years l… |
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Miliam White Wall Mount 2-Shelf Storage Rack $64.99 An antique white finish and scroll work design highlight this craft storage rack. The rack also features plenty of space to organize all of your crafting supplies. |
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Goldmine Record Album Price Guide (Paperback) $17.63 Description not available. |
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Collector`s Guide To Pez (Paperback) $16.33 Description not available. |
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State Series Quarters Collector Map $9.18 Description not available. |
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The Book of Fine Linen (Hardcover) $28.26 Household linens incarnate a complex tradition that spans centuries and an astounding breadth of cultures. They exist in an infinite variety of fibers and weaves and can be adorned with embroidery, lace and other exquisite refinements. Linens have… |
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Fifty Dresses That Changed the World (Hardcover) $13.43 You don`t have to be a fashionista or a design aficionado to adore this fascinating look at the power of one dress to change society. Join the Design Museum, the world`s leading museum in contemporary design, on a guided tour of the 50 m… |
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Warmans Roseville Pottery (Paperback) $17.69 Seasoned collectors and people new to Roseville pottery will discover all the details they need to know to make the most of their collecting in this updated reference, which includes 1,800 color photographs, a history of the Roseville company and its a… |
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Kovels` Antiques and Colectibles Price Guide 2012 (Paperback) $18.27 Presents a guide to the most recent prices and photographs for antiques and collectibles, and includes tips on care and identification, cross-references, and record-setting prices. |
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Eric Sloan`s an Age of Barns (Paperback) $11.18 This is a re-issue of Sloane`s classic folksy history of barn folklore, architecture, and history, which has been out of print for twenty years. “Eric Sloane`s An Age of Barns” is filled with fabulous black-and-white illustrations from this g… |
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Beckett Almanac of Baseball Cards and Collectibles 2011 (Mixed media product) $29.56 Description not available. |
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Quotations of Benjamin Franklin $9.1 Witty and wise commentary about money, life, and the events of the day from one of America`s first bestselling authors. Featuring a portrait of the author on the front cover with his signature printed below in gold foil, this classic collecti… |
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The Official American Numismatic Association Grading Standards of United States Coins (Spiral) $11.41 Description not available. |
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Beatles for Sale on Parlophone Records (Hardcover) $40.73 Description not available. |
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2012 Guide Book of United States Coins (Spiral) $10.07 Covers American coins from 1616 to the present, including early coins and tokens, mint issues, private, state and territorial coins, commemorative issues and proof sets. |
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The Shooter`s Guide to the 1911 (Paperback) $13.45 Description not available. |
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Warman`s World Coins (Paperback) $10.03 Description not available. |
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The Official Blackbook Price Guide to World Coins 2012 (Paperback) $6.83 Listing current values for ancient and modern coins from nearly 50 different countries, a quick-reference guide for serious collectors provides coverage of the latest technological trends while providing additional lists of numismatic organizations and… |
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Solid Antique Oak Bench $172.79 Update your home decor with a Castel Romano solid oak antique vanity benchEmbraced your home with classic antique beauty with this solid oak vanity benchLiving room furniture is the perfect compliment to any color scheme |
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Antique Copper 4-light Chandelier $139.99 Brighten your home decor with a chandelierLighting is simple, yet stylishFixture features an antique copper finish |
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Antique Bronze 4-light Round Crystal Chandelier $212.99 Add a classy touch to your home decor with this round crystal chandelier. This light fixture features an antique bronze finish. |
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Statehood Quarters Map (Hardcover) $8.55 Description not available. |
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Antique Copper Finish Glass Lantern Chandelier $151.99 Add a touch of old fashioned styling to your home decor with this lantern chandelier Hanging lamp has an antique copper finishLight comes with a clear shade |
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Antique Bronze 6-light Crystal and Iron Chandelier $259.99 Brighten your home decor with an antique bronze iron chandelierSix-light fixture features crystal accentsChandelier measures 24 inches wide x 25.5 inches high |
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Coventry Large Antique Black Media Stand $265.49 Complete your home entertainment center with this Coventry media stand. This large stylish cabinet provides a perfect place to store your electronics, movies, music, and games. |
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Antique Chic King-size Bedspread Set $125.99 Update your bedroom decor with a charming floral bedspread setBedding is overstitched with vermicelli quilting for durability and fine surface textureBed set includes one bedspread and two pillow shams |
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Antique Chic 5-piece King-size Quilt Set $93.99 Enjoy a good night’s sleep in a luxurious quilt setQuilt set complements almost any bedroom decorBedding set includes quilt, two accent pillows and two shams |
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Salut! 2012 (Calendar) $11.08 Description not available. |
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Five-tier Antique Black Ladder Shelf $84.99 You can organize and display in style with the inventive design of this Five Tier Antique Black Ladder Shelf. |
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Craftbox Antique Vanilla Beadboard Cabinet $945 Craftbox storage is every crafter’s dream–just like the Workbox, with a smaller footprintIt’s a workspace and a storage solution that looks like high-end furnitureScrapbooking cabinet features drawers, nooks and spaces |
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Towle Continental Antique 45-piece Flatware Set $118.43 Add a new touch of style to your dining decor with this 45-piece flatware set |
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Asian Antique Iron-handle Kitchen Bucket $55.99 Bring the Asian aesthetic into your home with an iron-handle kitchen bucketHandmade water bucket is constructed of sturdy wood and ironChinese families used these buckets to carry water from the river back to their homes |
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Popcorn Time 6094 Black 6-oz Antique Popcorn Machine $153.02 This commercial quality Popcorn Time popcorn machine feature stainless steel food-zones, easy cleaning stainless steel kettles and an old-maid drawer. This popcorn machine and cart makes roughly 2-3 gallons of popcorn per batch. |
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French Royale Oval Antique Black Side Chairs (Set of 2) $319.99 This set features an etched antiqued black oak wood frame and an extra-thick padded grey linen seating and backing. This pre-assembled chair is made with a full solid frame for support and solid sturdy seating dressed with an antiqued black finish. |
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Pasadena 6055 Red 8-oz Bar Style Antique Popcorn Machine $193.8 This Princeton bar style antique popcorn machine features stainless steel food-zones and kettles and includes a starter kit. The antique style design evokes memories of early days at the ball games, carnivals, or the movie theater. |
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Three-light Antique Copper Crystal Chandelier $96.99 Enhance your home decor with a three-light copper crystal chandelierChandelier features three 60-watt socketsLighting fixture is available in a dark brown with lightly brushed gold color option |
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Antique Brass and Wood Nailhead Inlay End Table $180.99 This nailhead inlay features antique brass and wood construction for a unique look. With contemporary looks and a sturdy build, this end table is perfect for any home study or office. |
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Kidwell Antique White Gel Fuel Fireplace $496.99 This ivory gel fuel fireplace is a good source of supplement heating without emitting smoke and ash. Enjoy the flexibility of the convertible panel for corner or flat-wall placement and the crackle and snap of a wood fire. |
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Indoor 4-light Chrome/ Crystal/ Antique Bronze Shade Chandelier $183.99 The clear crystal adds elegance to this lighting fixture and coalesces form with function. This indoor 4-light chandelier features a chrome finish and an antique bronze shade. |
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Antique Bronze Linear 8-light Chandelier $184.99 Bring a little illumination to any room in your home with a linear chandelierLighting features yellow glass shades for soft and diffuse lightHome decor offers a brown-brushed black antique bronze finish |
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Lawson Curtain Rod/Tapestry Rod Antique Bronze 48-86 in. $34.99 Color: Antique Bronze* Materials: Steel, Resin* Pattern: Fleur de lis Dimensions: Adjustable Rod 48 in. – 86 in. * |
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Antique Toile Cornice Valance $53.99 This cornice valance features a multitude of beautiful colors in an antique toile pattern. This cornice valance is 50 inches wide and made from Cotton Duck fabric. |
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Cone Shape 4-light Antique Copper Crystal Chandelier $179.99 This cone-shaped chandelier will look great in your foyer or entryway. Glistening clear crystals descend the the antique copper and iron base of this elegant chandelier. |
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Antique Bronze 8-light Double Round Crystal Chandelier $210.99 This chandelier will add a glittering touch to your home decor. This crystal light fixture features an antique bronze finish and double round design. |
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Everton Antique Bronze Finish Quilt and Blanket Rack $69.49 Exquisite antique styling wrapped in a burnished bronze finish create this gorgeous blanket and quilt rack. Perfect anywhere from living room to bedroom, the function of such a wonderful piece is a welcome addition to any room. |
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Cedar Hills Antique Black 18-inch Dining Chairs (Set of 2) $162.99 Classic style and solid wood construction highlight these Cedar Hills chairs. The chairs feature an antique black wood veneer and an elegant curved back. |
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angelo:HOME Sutton Antique Silver Grey Sofa with Stripe Pillows $490.99 This angelo:HOME Sutton sofa was designed by Angelo Surmelis, combining modern lines with traditional details. The Sutton sofa has a slightly flared arm and is covered in a plush silver grey ribbed velvet fabric. |
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Antique Chic King-size Quilt Set $89.99 Antique Chic quilt set lets you sleep in classic comfortBedding features a charming patchwork of richly printed fabricsVermicelli quilt bedding offers durability and fine surface texture |
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Abbey Antique White Hall Tree $94.99 An antique white finish and umbrella stand highlight this hall tree. The hall tree also features a nature inspired style with a distressed finish to add character. |
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Antique Iron-handle Water Bucket $69.99 Decorative water bucket features hand-forged iron handle and strappingBucket makes a delightful accent piece for your home decorAntique-style decorative accessory is inspired by mid-20th century craftsmanship |
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Five-tier Antique Black Bookshelf/ Display Cabinet $129.59 Accent your living room decor with this antique black bookshelf/display cabinetLiving room furniture features five-tier shelf designStay organized and display your treasures in style with this inventive |
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A Connoisseur’s Guide to Antique Clocks & Watches $16.95 Both experienced collectors and beginners will find these guides useful in identifying antiques in many areas and determining their styles and periods.Antique clocks and watches have never been more popular, and because millions have been produced, they are still available at modest prices. This magnificently illustrated guide introduces the potential collector to a truly fascinating field. |
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A Connoisseur’s Guide to Antique Dolls $16.95 Both experienced collectors and beginners will find these guides useful in identifying antiques in many areas and determining their styles and periods.Dolls have long been popularly considered children’s playthings, but some dolls are so fine that it is clear they were not intended to be toys, but rather art objects. Whatever their reason for being, these precious collectibles are examined here for doll enthusiasts everywhere. |
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A Connoisseur’s Guide to Antique Furniture $16.95 Both experienced collectors and beginners will find these guides useful in identifying antiques in many areas and determining their styles and periods.This book covers every aspect of antique furniture — cabinets and bookcases; chairs, sofas and settles; chests and wardrobes; dressers and sideboards. It outlines changing periods of furniture design and the work of the great craftsmen. |
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A Connoisseur’s Guide to Antique Glass $16.95 Both experienced collectors and beginners will find these guides useful in identifying antiques in many areas and determining their styles and periods.Whether your interest lies in glass objects dating back to antiquity or in examples from only a generation ago, this beautifully illustrated guide will help you to find and recognize desirable additions to your collection. |
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A Connoisseur’s Guide to Antique Jewelry $16.95 Both experienced collectors and beginners will find these guides useful in identifying antiques in many areas and determining their styles and periods.A useful and informative volume on how to identify and evaluate antique jewellery, geared towards the needs of the novice collector. Filled with historical details and practical advice, this book belongs in the library of every antiques aficionado. |
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A Connoisseur’s Guide to Antique Toys $6.48 Both experienced collectors and beginners will find these guides useful in identifying antiques in many areas and determining their styles and periods.Not everyone has enjoyed owning fine furniture, ceramics, glass, or silver, but almost everyone has had toys. It is no wonder that this has become one of the greatest areas for collecting, for it caters to that longing for nostalgia in so many people. Here is a useful guide for both amateur and serious collectors. |
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A Flair For Collecting Antique Items: An Illustrated Guide To Antique Furniture, Antique Pottery, Antique Porcelain, Antique Glass And Other Antique Collectibles To Teach You How To Find Antiques That Are Truly Authentic And Priceless Collector’s $3.99 Nicole R. McKinney,NOOK Book (eBook), English-language edition,Pub by Nicole R. McKinney |
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A French Country Home $35 Jocelyne Sibuet, known as France’s answer to Martha Stewart, has spent 20 years as a hostess and hotelier seeking out the styles, flavors, and interiors that define the French country home. She has written this book in response to the many inquiries of her admiring guests, who seek to re-create the French country style in their own home. From mountain top chalets and beachside cottages to rustic farmhouses, Jocelyne shows how to use colors from nature, make different styles work together, and find sources of inspiration for every corner of your home: living rooms, bedrooms, gardens, terraces, and kitchens. And no kitchen would be complete without the irresistible scent of her authentic cooking wafting through the door. Each chapter features Jocelyne’s recipes, which range from breakfast muesli and spiced hot chocolate to a grand Christmas dinner. Other recipes include raspberry wine, baked sea bream, vegetable tart, cuttlefish ink risotto, lemon mousse, and blueberry tart. Jocelyne’s own black book of the best sources for these French country goods completes the text with the best addresses for fabric, furniture, antiques, and regional products. |
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A Grave Mistake (Bayou Series) $7.99 Dead: one ordinary man. Just the latest in a string of losers in the wrong place at the worst time. Not the kind of case to yank New Orleans homicide detective Guy Gautreaux back from his leave of absence in Toussaint, Louisiana.There’s someone in Toussaint Guy will do anything to protect. Jilly Gable is desperate to find the love of the family who abandoned her as a child. And when the wife of a powerful New Orleans antiques dealer and loan shark sweeps into town claiming to be her mo |
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A Grave Mistake (Bayou Series) $7.2 Dead: one ordinary man. Just the latest in a string of losers in the wrong place at the worst time. Not the kind of case to yank New Orleans homicide detective Guy Gautreaux back from his leave of absence in Toussaint, Louisiana.There’s someone in Toussaint Guy will do anything to protect. Jilly Gable is desperate to find the love of the family who abandoned her as a child. And when the wife of a powerful New Orleans antiques dealer and loan shark sweeps into town claiming to be her mo |
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A Life With Antique Clocks $29.99 Step into the private world of Derek Roberts, an eminent antique clock dealer since the 1960s to the present who has written eight books covering many aspects of the subject. Revisit an era when clocks, and antiques in general, were plentiful and modestly priced and compare with today, when good examples are difficult to find and higher priced. Clear advice is given on buying and selling clocks, including buying, researching, restoring, and conserving, and then documenting them prior to sale. |
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A Passion for Antiques $19.95 No matter how many doorways I step through, writes Barbara Milo Ohrbach, I am always intrigued by what people collect and how they live with their antiques. Readers have turned to Ms. Ohrbach’s bestselling Antiques at Home again and again, using it as a treasured source and an invaluable primer on collecting. In this new book, A Passion for Antiques, she has responded to the countless requests from her fans to create an all-new guide that takes a look at the endlessly alluring and ever-growing, ever-changing world of antiques. As a passionate collector herself, Ms. Ohrbach has traveled the world, and her journey has taken her from the finest London antiques dealers to New York City flea markets and elegant Italian homes. Now all of her insider advice and wonderful discoveries reflecting her impeccable taste are collected in this one volume. In it, she shares her secrets for finding, living with, and caring for treasured old objects. Featuring the exquisite homes of some of the world’s most distinguished and dedicated antiques collectors, A Passion for Antiques will inspire all those looking for creative ways to decorate with their most prized possessions. With her usual clarity, Ms. Ohrbach also includes practical tips for properly cleaning and storing precious objects and lists of professional sources for restoring them. Whether you collect vintage clothing or rare silver, you will find invaluable information here. Ms. Ohrbach’s enthusiasm for travel rivals her passion for antiques. For those who, like her, have taken their quest around the world, she has created a stylish guide to her favorite international cities, with information about fashionable antiques shopsand shows, the hottest markets, and noteworthy museums, as well as insider tips on where to stay and dine. Filled with information as priceless as the objects to which it pays tribute and illustrated with more than 250 extraordinary, lush photographs, A Passion for Antiques will de |
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Antique Swords & Daggers $79.95 Features edged weapons from Europe, America, the Middle East, Asia, Japan, and Africa. Items shown range from ancient times to the early 20th century. Learn to identify the characteristics, historical uses, and current values of these highly diverse antiques. Includes information on terminology, evaluating age and authenticity, and current values. Novice as well as advanced collectors will find this an indispensable reference. |
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Antiques Investigator: Tips and Tricks to Help You Find the Real Deal $19.95 How can you tell a genuine antique from a fake? How can you spot if something has been restored? What marks should you look for? How can you recognize styles? How can you tell one maker from another? Antiques Investigator gives you all the confidence and know-how you need to approach any antique-be it a vase, a teapot, a chair, or bear! |
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Antiques Maul $22.6 After a body is found at the antiques mall, and Brandy”s 10-year-old son disappears, Brandy and her diva mom are on the hunt to find the boy before a devious killer can maul again. Includes tips on antiques. |
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Antiques Maul $6.99 After a body is found at the antiques mall, and Brandy”s 10-year-old son disappears, Brandy and her diva mom are on the hunt to find the boy before a devious killer can maul again. Includes tips on antiques. |
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Antiques Roadkill $6.99 Brandy Borne and her mother Vivian investigate the murder of a crooked antiques dealer who just happened to take Vivian for all she was worth. Now they are in a race to find the murderer before he or she strikes again. |
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Antiques Roadshow $12.95 It’s PBS’s most-watched series. Now you can take a special behind-the-scenes peek at the people, stories, and incredible antiques that make Antiques Roadshow so popular. Get the inside scoop on some of the most treasured pieces on the show — like the Federal table found at a tag sale and later sold at Sotheby’s for a half-million dollars! Find out what it takes to get your collectibles on the air, and why even fakes, forgeries, and authentic reproductions can be just as important as real treasures. Be sure to watch this revealing video before your next garage sale! |
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Antiques: How to Identify, Buy, Sell, Refinish and Care for Them $27.95 Kessinger Publishing is the place to find hundreds of thousands of rare and hard-to-find books with something of interest for everyone! |
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Antiques: How to Identify, Buy, Sell, Refinish and Care for Them $42.95 Kessinger Publishing is the place to find hundreds of thousands of rare and hard-to-find books with something of interest for everyone! |
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Antiques: How to Identify, Buy, Sell, Refinish and Care for Them $42.95 Kessinger Publishing is the place to find hundreds of thousands of rare and hard-to-find books with something of interest for everyone! |
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Antiquing For Dummies $19.99 "This is a fun and painless way to give yourself a firm grounding in the wide wonderful world of antiques and collectibles." — Kyle Husfloen, Managing Editor, Antique Trader Weekly and Antique Trader's Antiques & Collectibles Price Guide "Whether you consider yourself a beginner… or a dedicated collector, you will find chapters in this easy-to-read book…designed to enhance your material needs." — Milton L. Talbert, Jr., 1st Vice President, National |
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Antiquing For Dummies $19.99 “This is a fun and painless way to give yourself a firm grounding in the wide wonderful world of antiques and collectibles.”— Kyle Husfloen, Managing Editor, Antique Trader Weekly and Antique Trader’s Antiques & Collectibles Price Guide”Whether you consider yourself a beginner…or a dedicated collector, you will find chapters in this easy-to-read book…designed to enhance your material needs.”— Milton L. Talbert, Jr., 1st Vice President, National |
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Antiquing for Dummies $19.99 This is a fun and painless way to give yourself a firm grounding in the wide wonderful world of antiques and collectibles. Kyle Husfloen, Managing Editor, Antique Trader Weekly and Antique Trader s Antiques Collectibles Price Guide Whether you consider yourself a beginner or a dedicated collector, you will find chapters in this easy-to-read book designed to enhance your material needs. Milton L. Talbert, Jr., 1st Vice President, National Association of Dealers in Antiques Includes Tips on Spotting Fakes! Do you love to poke around at estate sales and antique shops but can t really tell the difference between Queen Anne and Queen Victoria? Do you dream of owning that old Oriental rug or Meissen figurine but worry that the dealer might gouge you on the price? Relax. Writing with humor and common sense, Ron Zoglin and Deborah Shouse demystify the highfalutin terminology of the antique world and show you step-by-step how to find, bargain for, buy, and decorate with antiques. Inside, find helpful advice on how to: Distinguish between real antiques and stuff that s just plain oldDevelop a plan of attack before you begin your huntSelect antiques based on the five key points of the Radar TestAccessorize your home or office with antique European, Oriental, and American glass and porcelainClean and care for your precious findsWork an auction real time and online |
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Baroque and Desperate $6.99 Resourceful antiques dealer Abigail Timberlake relies on her ability to separate the facts from the fakes when it comes to both curios and people. But when she’s hired to identify the Latham family’s most priceless family treasure, Abby and her chum C.J. are met with cool reserve. And when C.J.’s fingerprints show up all over the bloody knife in the Latham family’s maid, it’s up to Abby to find the real culprit. |
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Best Vintage, Collectible and Antique Shops in Paris $18.95 Antiques aficionados and rummagers of every stripe: call to mind dimly lit attics, trunks smelling of old leather, dusty cartons, and that indescribable tingle of suspense aroused by the idea of a hidden prize which has been lying there, biding its time, waiting for you to find it. If you follow the instructions we have mapped out for you, you might discover almost anything. . . Armed with this list of Paris addresses, carefully selected to fulfill all your desires, you’ll be equipped |
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Best of Taos-Aspen and Snowmass-Lake Tahoe $17.19 The Best Of Taos: There’s lots to see and do here and The Best of Taos is your video guide. It will take you on visits to the Kit Carson Museum, the historic mission church of St. Francis of Assisi and the nearby Taos Pueblo Indian village. You’ll see the original D.H. Lawerence painting that were banned in England and visit the internationally known artist R.C. Gorman in his home. 45 mins. The Best Of Aspen & Snowmass: The Best of Aspen and Snowmass is your video guide to the historic town of Aspen and the nearby modern village of Snowmass. It will take you to the best lodging, show you the best restaurants and tell you where to shop for everything from skis and skiwear to art and antiques. It will take you on visits to the historic Wheeler Opera House, the landmark Hotel Jerome, the luxurious Little Nell and the elegant Snowmass Club. The Best of Aspen and Snowmass will tell you about skiing at all four of the Aspen resorts- Aspen, Snowmass, Buttermilk, and Aspen Highlands. 45 mins. The Best Of Lake Tahoe: The Best of Lake Tahoe will take you on a video tour of this breathtaking High Sierra resort. It will take you into the casinos in Lake Tahoe and onto the slopes of the Squaw Valley and Heavenly Valley ski areas. The Best of Lake Tahoe will tell you where to find the best lodging and restaurants. It will guide you around the lake and tell you how to find the major ski resorts. 45 mins. |
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Boutique & Chic Hotels in Paris $16.95 Fifty-two of the most beautifully decorated and luxurious small hotels in Paris are profiled and photographed in this lush little guide. You ll find bohemian hideaways, classic historic dwellings (often refreshed with contemporary d?cor), hip bed-and-breakfasts, and ultra cool classics with things to do and see and where to shop and stroll listed with each hotel. The rooms at one designer hotel, decorated by couturier Christian Lacroix, are variations on the theme of the boudoir, with jewel-like colors and baroque-hip furnishings. Another has the highly civilized atmosphere of an 18-century townhouse, with antiques and chandeliers set off by stone walls and exposed beams. In another, guestrooms were originally artists studios, with views of a courtyard garden; the lobby/library/bar and dining room is housed in a 60-foot-high indoor tennis court built in the 17th century. You ll find lodgings are sleek and modern, but always peaceful and welcoming. Each hotel is enchanting and romantic, the embodiment of the quintessential French luxe, calme et volupt?. |
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Buying & Selling Antiques and Collectibles on Ebay $28.01 If you’re searching for one-of-a-kind collectibles, eBay offers a wealth of resources-right at your fingertips. Buying & Selling Antiques and Collectibles on eBay is the guide you need for conducting in-depth research, finding antiques online, and making intelligent bids, and for avoiding bad buys with insider tips on savvy bidding strategies. Are you interested in selling a rare antique on eBay? Find out how you can set up shop as you learn about taking and posting photos, writing catchy descriptions, setting your starting price, and standing out in the competitive eBay marketplace. Whether you’re searching for the buy of a lifetime or looking for the highest offer on the items you’ve listed, Buying & Selling Antiques and Collectibles on eBay gives you the skills you need to meet your goals quickly and hassle-free. |
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Classic Decorative Details $14.16 This magnificent book is devoted to the art of the finishing touch, those all-important details that transform an ordinary interior into a very special, stylish place. Written by an inspired designer who is also an authority on fine arts and antiques, this elegant and accessible book is a visual lexicon, brimming with design ideas and underpinned by a well informed, practical text. Bringing together the very best of Classic European and American style, The Lady Henrietta Spencer-Churchill shows what to look for, how and where to find good pictures, fabrics and objets d’art at reasonable cost, and how best to use and display them. There is sound advice, too, on the care and repair of everythnig from chandeliers and antique mirrors to a collection of old teddy bears. With the help of this book, you can become an instant expert on collecting silver, glass, and ceramics, find out how to use rugs and throws for maximum effect, how to hang pictures, display leather-bound books and make dramatic impact with flowers and fruit. There are also ideas for accessoriing outdoor areas with a confident touch. Illustrated with over 250 exquisite photographs, here is a wealth of inspirational ideas and down-to-earth advice, adding up to an indispensable sourcebok of timeless, classic taste. |
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Collecting Blue & White Pottery $35.7 Antiques dealer and author Gillian Neale specializes in blue and white pottery–and here she reveals her insider tips and knowledge so that collectors can find what they want, at the best possible price. She examines the many criteria for choosing and creating a collection of blue-and-white pottery–by design, decoration, factory, or even use–and provides a comprehensive introduction to the history, beginnings, and development of this type of pottery. There’s in-depth information on how it is manufactured, including the factory processes, as well as details of what to look for and where to find it. Helpful tips are given on caring for and displaying your treasures. |
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Collector’s Journal $39.95 Collectors of all levels and interests will find this easy-to-use journal invaluable for organizing information about their antiques and collectibles. The journal provides three pages for each of 36 objects with spaces to record the object’s description; vital statistics (date of purchase, appraisal value, authenticity, condition); and resources (contact information for dealers, auction houses, appraisers). Inspirational quotes from famous collectors are also included, making this a perfect gift |
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Connoisseur’s Guide to Antique Clocks and Watches $16.95 Both experienced collectors and beginners will find these guides useful in identifying antiques in many areas and determining their styles and periods.Antique clocks and watches have never been more popular, and because millions have been produced, they are still available at modest prices. This magnificently illustrated guide introduces the potential collector to a truly fascinating field. |
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Country and Folk Antiques $29.95 According to Don Raycraft, this is the book he was looking for in 1965. He couldn’t find it, so, thirty years later, he and Carol wrote it. With photos gathered over the span of one year and from Maine to California, they have gathered wonderful examples of country and folk antiques that are available to collectors. Illustrated with over 540 color photographs, the book is informative and fun, and will move the reader to a new level of awareness about the vast treasure trove of antiques still wa |
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Deadly Will $17.95 History meets mystery in this clever novel in which the American Revolution, murder, and antiques all play a part. In 1789, Nathan Henry, neighbor of Benjamin Franklin, drafts a will modeled on Franklin’s, leaving his fortune and possessions to all of his future descendants alive in two hundred years. In 2001, single mother Millie Kirchner, poor and virtually alone, is summoned to Philadelphia to learn about her inheritance in an elaborately staged weekend the trustees have designed in accordance with Mr. Henry’s wishes. At first, Millie is thrilled to tour Philadelphia, but before long her thrills turn to chills as one by one the other heirs are killed. Unable to trust anyone, she must find the killer or risk becoming his next victim. |
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Death of a Rug Lord $6.99 Antiques dealer Abigail Timberlake Washburn is delighted to find a priceless Persian rug at a new rug store–and equally shocked when the owner begs Abby to take it. After the owner is found murdered, Abby discovers that a dangerous thief will do anything to pull the rug out from under her. Original. |
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Divas Las Vegas $14.95 What happens when you find out that Grandma’s vase mistakenly sold at a yard sale is worth tens of thousands of dollars—and somebody else is about to cash in on it on Antiques Roadshow? Of course, you hop on a plane with your best friend and race off to Las Vegas to get Grandma’s vase back! Filled with action and suspense, hunky blackjack dealers, divine drag queens, strange sex, and sex in strange places, plus a Federal agent or two, Divas Las Vegas puts the sin in Sin City. A f |
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Ebay: The Missing Manual $24.95 It’s the undisputed king of Internet auction sites. It’s a global bazaar offering a range of goods from Antiques to Zulu Daisies. Cars, clothing, collectibles: you name it, and it’s likely that you can find on eBay. But along with the vast selection of goods available, buyers and sellers also encounter all the other elements that markets are known for: tricks and swindlers, overpriced goods, deceptive labeling, small print, recycled items marked as new, and the occasional rare priceless find or undiscovered treasure. Seasoned eBay traders know that to successfully buy and sell within this mega-shopping platform, you need to understand the system. Unfortunately, the secrets of the site are often tightly held by other buyers and sellers seeking a competitive edge. But what if you’re a newcomer? Or an experienced trader who wants to make the jump to power buyer or seller? eBay: The Missing Manual gives you the inside information you’ll need to become an eBay expert. Buyers will find the most effective ways to find you want and pay prices that are sure to bring a smile to your face. And you’ll get authoritative advice on strategic bidding: how to watch for elusive items, time your bids to take the competition by surprise, and–above all–avoid paying more than you ought to. Sellers will get sure-fire tips from eBay veterans who have discovered ways to ramp up their own auctions and sell at the highest possible prices. From the smallest details, such as how to take and post the most effective photos of your goods, to pricing strategies, inventory management, and shipping methods, this user-friendly manual will help you make more money on eBay. Whether you’re selling a singleitem or running fulltime business on the site, you’ll find tips to help you do it more effectively. As in any community, problems and disputes arise, and you’ll learn how other eBayers resolve such troubles or work around them. eBay: The Missing Manual has gems of wisdom for ever |
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Everything Hong Kong $24.95 A valuable resource guide to a wonderful shopping destination: Hong Kong. This book explains where to FIND, EAT, BUY, TAILOR, MAKE, FIX, LEARN, SERVICE, PLAY, HEAL, or PRIMP just about anything. Tried-and-tested listings are organized into four ultra-useful categories: ”Everything Food & Entertainment” for restaurant recommendations and more; ”Everything House & Home” for finding antiques and accessories; ”Everything Fashion & Shopping” for finding the latest styles or tailoring clothes; and ”Everything Lifestyle & Well-Being” for all things recreational and educational. |
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Everything Hong Kong: The Essential Living Guide $24.95 A valuable resource guide to a wonderful shopping destination: Hong Kong. This book explains where to FIND, EAT, BUY, TAILOR, MAKE, FIX, LEARN, SERVICE, PLAY, HEAL, or PRIMP just about anything. Tried-and-tested listings are organized into four ultra-useful categories: ‘Everything Food & Entertainment’ for restaurant recommendations and more; ‘Everything House & Home’ for finding antiques and accessories; ‘Everything Fashion & Shopping’ for finding the latest styles or tailoring cloth |
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Extraordinary Details $0.98 Discover and display the uncommon beauty of age. No matter the style or location of a home, architectural salvage can quickly add character and charm to any room, whether it’s with an old soapstone sink in a suburban bungalow or a Victorian wrought-iron railing recast as a fireplace screen in an urban high-rise apartment. The possibilities are endless-and with the right amount of imagination and a slightly mischievous attitude, architectural salvage can pack a delightfully beautiful decorating punch. Find out the answers to common questions such as How do I use an old stained glass window that isn’t the right size? or What exactly is the right type of mantel for my home? Brian Coleman reveals the simple truth to decorating with salvage-embrace the imperfections, as they add a patina of time that is hard to reproduce. This book also includes contributions from a forum of salvage experts from across the country. Topics include hardware for doors your doors, vintage lighting, mantels, sinks, staircases, and stained glass. The book includes a savvy resource guide Brian D. Coleman, M.D., is a practicing psychiatrist in Seattle, Washington. Also an old-house enthusiast, he has grown his love for historic restoration into an active second career. He has written numerous articles on historic home design for magazines ranging from Old House Journal to Period Living in the United Kingdom and is the West Coast editor for Old House Interiors. Brian is the author of Extraordinary Interiors: Decorating with Architectural Salvage and Antiques, Window Dressings: Beautiful Curtains and Draperies for your Home, Scalamandre: Luxurious Home Interiors, and Classic Cottages. He divides his time betweenNew York and Seattle. Dan Mayers is a New York-based photographer whose work appears regularly in Country Decorating Magazine’s Cottage Style, Country Collectibles, Country Victorian and Old House Interiors. His work has been included in books such as Extraordinary Interiors, Scalamand |
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Family History for the Older and Wiser: Find Your Roots with Online Tools $21.99 Have you ever wanted to research your family history to discover your roots, but don’t know where to start? Family History for the Older and Wiser is an easy-to-follow guide which talks you through all the different stages of researching your family history online and how to record your findings.Using a case study approach, the book takes a single source item – an 1890 marriage certificate purchased at an antiques event – and uses it to highlight the questions you shoul |
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Finding Samuel Christian: A Novel by the Author of the Echoes of Summer $25.95 For James Mason and Sarah Feinstein, antiques are more than desirable possessions. They are windows to a history that comes alive under their fingertips and reminders of interesting lives long turned to dust. Selling antiques also provides their living, and James and Sarah seek them out with passion, hunting the sometimes elusive prey with tenacity and perseverance. On an unseasonably warm winter afternoon, Sarah”s efforts are rewarded with a once in a lifetime find, a pristine robins-egg blue bucket bench that ultimately proves to be the source piece to a vein of colonial period furniture. This discovery, and James” unexpected inheritance from a distant uncle, provides the seeds for an even greater discovery, one that will ultimately change their lives as they pursue the past from antique to antique and, in the process, become entangled with the history they are chasing. |
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Fodor’s Cape Cod, Nantucket and Martha’s Vineyard 2007 $16.95 Stroll miles of dune-backed beaches, savor a fresh lobster roll, shop for fine antiques in Nantucket Town, visit a classic lighthouse, or simply soak up the natural beauty of a New England summer – Fodor’s Cape Cod, Nantucket & Martha’s Vineyard, 2007 offers all these experiences and more! Our local writers have traveled throughout the country to find the best hotels, restaurants, attractions and activities to prepare you for a journey of stunning variety. Before you leave for y |
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Fodor’s London $1.01 Take in pomp and ceremony by the palace, have tea and scones at the Queen’s grocers’, lift a pint in a time-burnished pub, or score at the top flea market in a noted antiques haunt– Fodor’s London 2006 offers all these experiences and more! Our local writers have traveled throughout the city to find the best hotels, restaurants, attractions and activities to prepare you for a journey of stunning variety. Before you leave for your trip be sure to pack your Fodor’s guide to ensure you don’t miss a thing. The San Francisco Chronicle sums it up best — Fodor’s guides are saturated with information. -New compact trim size make these guides even more portable-Two-color interior design makes it easier to find the information you need-Fodor’s Choice Ratings flag must-see sights and hidden treasures-Hotel and restaurant reviews cover all budgets-Plus multi-day itineraries to help you build the right trip for you and/or your family ———————————–With Fodor’s you get much more than a guidebook-we make it easy for you to customize your dream vacation. Visit www.fodors.com to find up-to-date travel bargains, mini-guides to worldwide destinations, information on local festivals, dazzling drives, maps, vacation planning tips and much more! And, for more insider secrets, visit Travel Talk and Rants and Raves online at www.fodors.com/forums to get advice from other travelers like you. |
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Fodor’s Maine Coast, 3rd Edition: with Acadia National Park $16.99 Discover the charms of the Maine CoastFodor’s choice ratings you can trust. Exceptional restaurants, hotels, and sights selected to help you make the best choices.Simple pleasures. Embrace the local scene as you shop for antiques, feast on lobster, and walk along the rugged shoreline.Boundless activities. Find choices for every traveler, from whale watching to lighthouse visits to hikes through Acadia National Park.Local Experts Fodor’s worldwide team of 7 |
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Fodor’s the Berkshires and Pioneer Valley, 1st Edition $139.69 Visit a Shaker village, peruse antiques stores, ski through the woods along an abandoned railway, leaf peep your way through the hills, watch ballet dancers twirl under the stars, or take in the views from Massachusetts’ highest peak– Fodor’s The Berkshires & Pioneer Valley, 1st Edition offers all these experiences and more! Our local writers have traveled throughout the area to find the best hotels, restaurants, attractions and activities to prepare you for a journey of stunning variety. Before you leave for your trip be sure to pack your Fodor’s guide to ensure you don’t miss a thing. The San Francisco Chronicle sums it up best — Fodor’s guides are saturated with information. -New compact trim size make these guides even more portable-Two-color interior design makes it easier to find the information you need-Fodor’s Choice Ratings flag must-see sights and hidden treasures-Hotel and restaurant reviews cover all budgets-Plus multi-day itineraries to help you build the right trip for you and/or your family ———————————–With Fodor’s you get much more than a guidebook-we make it easy for you to customize your dream vacation. Visit www.fodors.com to find up-to-date travel bargains, mini-guides to worldwide destinations, information on local festivals, dazzling drives, maps, vacation planning tips and much more! And, for more insider secrets, visit Travel Talk and Rants and Raves online at www.fodors.com/forums to get advice from other travelers like you. |
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Forensics $48.82 With an unparalleled array of science topics to choose from, Discovery Channel School Science puts the fascination of the natural world at students’ fingertips. Fun, fast-paced, high-interest text and vibrant photography in a varied format bring to life the wonders of nature as young scientists learn about the important historical figures, ideas, and discoveries that help researchers understand the past and keep science moving toward the future. Activities abound and insights await in Discovery Channel School Science! Forensics is used to date a mummy and solve a murder. It’s used to find thieves of elephant tusks and forgers of antiques. Solving almost any mysterious case relies on forensics. |
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French Furniture: From Louis XIII to Art Deco $7.22 French furniture design has been wildly admired, emulated, and collected throughout the world for centuries. Filled with 750 line drawings and brief descriptive definitions, French Furniture details the salient characteristics that define styles of French furniture from the 16th century, age of Louis XIII, to the present.Small differences in the shapes of legs, arms, or distinctive decorative carvings can make big differences in identifying the style of a piece of furniture. At 6 3/4 x 7 3/4 this is a pocketbook size reference work that makes it possible to find answers quickly and easily and is even possible to carry along on shopping or museum trips. Invaluable for designers, it would be a useful resource for any auction goer or collector of antiques. |
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Frommer’s London from $90 a Day $1.41 Written in the spirit of discovery, as Frommers guides always have been, and it bears the time-tested pedigree. Chicago Sun-Times Frommers Dollar-A-Day guides show you how to travel in stylewithout breaking the bank. Youll find inexpensive accommodations that dont skimp on comfort. Affordable restaurants where locals go for a good meal. And all the best sightseeing and shopping values. Frommers Dollar-A-Day guidebooks. First-class travel on a budget. Everything You Need for an Unforgettableand AffordableTrip! Great places to stay that you can really afford, from charming B&Bs located steps from major attractions to cozy rooms in trendy Notting Hill. Cheap eats galore, from traditional Indian feasts to fixed-price meals at some of Londons top restaurants. What to see and do for free (or almost), from Big Ben and Buckingham Palace to the new Tate Modern. A shoppers guide to affordable fashions, antiques markets, and more. Low-cost nightlife: half-price West End theater, free classical concerts, and more. Great trips begin at Frommers.com |
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Frommer’s Portugal $21.99 Veteran authors Porter and Prince provide up-to-the-minute coverage of nightlife and shopping in Lisbon, including where to find the best antiques and wine stores; insider information on the best beaches, vineyards, and historic attractions; and more. Original. |
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Hidden Riches $13.95 Dora Conroy is an antiques dealer who knows the tricks of the trade. But nothing could prepare her for the deadly consequences of purchasing a few curiosities at an auction. Now the target of a ruthless smuggler, Dora turns to her new neighbor, ex-cop Jed Skimmerhorn, for help. Together they find that hidden riches can have a most ordinary facade. |
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Hitler’s Will $6.99 1945, Berlin: In the last days of the war SS Major Jürgen Strasser is summoned to the Führerbunker for one last, desperate mission.Present Day: Antiques dealer, and ex IRA assassin, Patrick Deveraux is caught up in a race to find the answers to a decades-old puzzle. As the body count rises in Berlin, the Obersalzburg, Rothenburg and Hamburg, Patrick enlists the help of a Hamburg Dominatrix and a North Sea fishing boat skipper to find the truth. Their search takes them from |
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Hometown Santa Barbara $15.69 Hometown Santa Barbara explores the capital of the Central Coast and her neighbors like no traditional guidebook can. This new sibling of the bestseller Hometown Pasadena is like having a dyed-in-the-wool local five of them, actually introducing you to the most interesting people in town, telling you the most fascinating stories, and whispering in your ear where to find the best antiques store, oceanview restaurant, surf spot, art gallery, peaceful hiking trail or convivial coffeehouse. Hometown Santa Barbara looks deep inside the culture of one of the country”s most gorgeous towns to reveal a community pulsating with nature, history, intelligence, fashion and fame. From Carpinteria and Montecito to Goleta and Santa Barbara wine country, Hometown Santa Barbara will unlock the insider secrets of the Central Coast. |
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Housewives’ Guide to Antiques: How to Get the Most for Your Money When Furnishing Your Home with Antiques $37.95 Kessinger Publishing is the place to find hundreds of thousands of rare and hard-to-find books with something of interest for everyone! |
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Housewives’ Guide to Antiques: How to Get the Most for Your Money When Furnishing Your Home with Antiques $22.95 Kessinger Publishing is the place to find hundreds of thousands of rare and hard-to-find books with something of interest for everyone! |
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Housewives’ Guide to Antiques: How to Get the Most for Your Money When Furnishing Your Home with Antiques $37.95 Kessinger Publishing is the place to find hundreds of thousands of rare and hard-to-find books with something of interest for everyone! |
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How To Sell Antiques And Collectibles On Ebay . . . And Make A Fortune! $16.95 Dennis Prince teams up with antique and collectible expert Lynn Dralle to provide all the information necessary to reap the huge benefits of selling antiques and collectibles on eBay. Written by an eBay Power Seller whose earnings topped $20,000 a month, this book helps you: Research types–and eras–of antiques and collectibles Find the best merchandise Use language that gets buyers to pay the most for the seller”s items Price strategically. . . and much more! |
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How and Where to Locate the Merchandise to Sell on Ebay: Insider Information You Need to Know from the Experts Who Do It Every Day $24.95 From the Publisher:Entrepreneurs in record numbers are setting up shop on eBay, according to a new survey conducted for eBay by ACNielsen Media Research International. More than 724,000 Americans report that eBay is their primary or secondary source of income. In addition to these professional eBay sellers, another 1.5 million individuals say they supplement their income by selling on eBay, according to the July 2005 survey. In the last six months of 2005, eBay members in the United States sold merchandise worth approximately $10.6 billion. As you can see, finding the customers is not a problem–locating quality items to sell, is the challenge. So what do you do when you are done cleaning out your closet and attics? Where do you find the merchandise you need to sell on eBay? That’s precisely what this new book is about: where to find products that you can buy for a few cents on the dollar and resell for massive profits! This book is intended for online sellers who want to build a business that can be increased over time by selling primarily new merchandise in quantity. You will be provided detailed insider information on: wholesalers, drop shippers, auctions, closeouts, discontinued merchandise, overstocks, salvage items, surplus merchandise, below wholesale products, customer returns, wholesale trade shows, suppliers, liquidators, close out firms, foreign and domestic manufacturers, and places to look in your area. In short you will learn to become a product sourcing pro and make money on eBay with products including: clothing, mixed lots, electronics, tools, furniture, general mixed merchandise, domestics, housewares, antiques, books, shoes, jewelry, toys, gifts, sporting goods, hardware, and much more! |
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How to Deal in Antiques $34 Whether you want to find the best bargains when buying antiques and collectables as a hobby, or whether you want to turn your interest in antiques into an extra income stream or full-time career, this book will help you make better deals and maximise your profits. You’ll discover: – what to buy and sell – where to buy and how to get bigger discounts – where and how to sell – using the internet for both buying and selling Antiques expert, Fiona Shoop, highlights the tricks of the trade to |
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How to Make $20,000 a Year in Antiques and Collectibles Without Leaving Your Job $5.13 The real estate boom has come and gone. The stock market is always a risky business. Today the smart money is in antiques and collectibles: you don’t need much to get started, and the market for everything from furniture to folk art, from bottles to baseball cards, is just beginning to explode! Bruce Johnson, the expert called the Dear Abby of antiques, shows how you can turn today’s bargains and discounts into tomorrow’s hot money-making deals. Here are hundreds of inside tips that show you how to: — Get in on the bottom floor before prices begin to go through the roof– Enter the business without a formal education or a sizable investment– Expand your operation and increase your income without taking time away from your present job– Find the best sales, the best days to attend, and the best deals– Negotiate bargains with dealers — and beat them at their own game– Create print ads for your wares that will pull in customers eager to buy– Sell your treasures at a profit from your home, or at flea markets, yard and garage sales, auctions, and antique malls Plus: More than thirty antiques-related services you can run from your home, including caning, appraising, and refinishing. |
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How to Make a Profit Buying & Selling Antiques & Collectibles Without Really Trying $16.95 Whether you’re new to the world of antiques, or an experienced collector, you’ll find loads of useful, money-saving information between the covers of this book. For more than three decades, nationally syndicated columnist Mark A. Roeder has been collecting, buying, and selling antiques. It’s all here, from Ebay to household sales, from great finds to reproductions, virtually everything you ever wanted to know about antiques. This guide will pay for itself several times over by steering you away from mistakes and toward antiques and collectibles that will bring not only profit, but years of enjoyment. If you’re a lover on antiques, this guide is a must for your bookshelf. |
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Insiders’ Guide Savannah in Your Pocket $10.95 Whether you”re in the mood for soul food or haute cuisine, jazz or classical music, or shopping for antiques, you can find all of these and more in Savannah–and Insiders” Guide: Savannah in Your Pocket! takes you there. It gives you a personal and practical perspective that readers everywhere have come to know and love from the trusted Insiders” Guide series. Your essential source for easy-access travel information, this guide offers detailed listings and itineraries for an afternoon or a weekend”s fun. – Two PopOut maps – The inside scoop on popular area attractions, such as Savannah”s Historic District and Paula Deen”s The Lady and Sons restaurant – Where to eat, shop, play, and stay – Arts & cultural activities |
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Insiders’ Guide: Savannah in Your Pocket: Your Guide to an Hour, a Day, or a Weekend in the City $8.99 Whether you’re in the mood for soul food or haute cuisine, jazz or classical music, or shopping for antiques, you can find all of these and more in Savannah—and Insiders’ Guide: Savannah in Your Pocket! takes you there. It gives you a personal and practical perspective that readers everywhere have come to know and love from the trusted Insiders’ Guide series. Your essential source for easy-access travel information, this guide offers detailed listings a |
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Introduction To Antiques Collection $19.98 A rare painting… a one-of-a-kind antique vase… a priceless tea service hidden by a thick layer of tarnish. Treasures like these are found in the most unlikely places–your attic or garage, even the nearest neighborhood garage sale or flea market! How do you spot the potential treasures from among the ordinary? For the first time ever, the experts of Sotheby’s reveal the secrets that have made them the world’s most respected antique auction house. From furniture to knick-knacks, learn how to distinguish the real thing from a good reproduction. What are the hallmarks to look for? What materials and styles indicate authenticity? What reference guides do the experts use–and where can you find them for yourself? Mixed in with these easy how to’s of antiquing are colorful bits of history that bring treasures from the past alive. Discover the breathtaking work of one of the few female silversmiths. See the elaborate measures taken to guard valuable tea leaves during the 18th Century and learn why walnut was the preferred wood during the reign of Queen Anne. Turn your weekends into an adventure, where something wonderful may await you at the next garage or estate sale. With the expert advice of Sotheby’s you will have the know-how to match your passion for collecting. The collection includes the programs, An Introduction to Antiques, The English Style and The French Style. |
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Jayne Ann Krentz Cd Collection $12.24 Lost and Found (Narrator: Sandra Burr, Director: Joyce Bean)Cady Briggs is very useful to Mack Easton – her expertise in art and antiques helps his shadowy, low-profile company, Lost and Found, find missing treasures for high-paying clients. But as Cady’s beloved Aunt Vesta warns her, being useful to a client is one thing – being used is another. Still, Cady finds it hard to resist the magnetic pull Mack exerts, an attraction she felt from the first time she heard his voice on the phone. And as their work together puts them in an explosive situation, Cady wonders just how much she’d risk for the thrill of being with this man. Smoke in Mirrors (Narrator: Aasne Vigesaa and James Daniels, Director: Laura Grafton)A con artist and seductress, Meredith Spooner lived fast – and died young. Now it seems Meredith’s last scam is coming back to haunt Leonora Hutton. An email just arrived in which Meredith explains that the embezzled money is waiting for Leonora in an offshore account … and a safe-deposit key is on the way. Lenora’s already been accused of being in on the theft by Thomas Walker. Eager to prove him wrong, she sets out to collect the cash and hand it over. But she discovers two other items in the safe-deposit box. One is a book about Mirror House – a mansion filled with antique mirrors, where Meredith engineered her final deception. The other is a set of newspaper stories about a thirty-year-old murder that occurred there – unsolved to this day. |
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Julius Caesar’s Sandals $9.95 Roman general Julius Caesars sandals find their way into the hands of Digby and his sister Hannah during a trip to Mr. Rummages antiques market stall. The life and times of this historic figure are explored in this latest Stories of Great People title. Inside youll find: the factual biography of Julius Caesar within a fictional storyline, his famous and historic story in a modern setting, a story encouraging involvement through drama and dressing-up |
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Julius Caesar’s Sandals $29.27 Roman general Julius Caesars sandals find their way into the hands of Digby and his sister Hannah during a trip to Mr. Rummages antiques market stall. The life and times of this historic figure are explored in this latest Stories of Great People title. Inside youll find: the factual biography of Julius Caesar within a fictional storyline, his famous and historic story in a modern setting, a story encouraging involvement through drama and dressing-up |
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Lonely Planet Berlin $2.43 So you think you know Berlin? A grand old dame with a chequered past. A vibrant youthful city with cutting-edge architecture. Germany”s political heart and party capital. Want to take another look? Let us guide you through this dynamic city and show you the real Berlin. Find The Nightlife – whether you”re here for the classics or the clubbing, we”ll help you find your Szene. Eat In Style – from funky breakfast cafes to the finest Currywurst in town – we”ve got it covered. Bag A Bargain – designer boutiques, vintage clothing, art galleries and antiques…we tell you the places where the locals shop. Tuck Up Tightly in sleek designer sheets – be they hostel or hotel – whatever your budget, we help you stay in style. |
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Lost & Found $9.99 Cady Briggs is very useful to Mack Easton – her expertise in art and antiques helps his shadowy, low-profile company, Lost and Found, find missing treasures for high-paying clients. But as Cady”s beloved Aunt Vesta warns her, being useful to a client is one thing – being used is another. Still, Cady finds it hard to resist the magnetic pull Mack exerts, an attraction she felt from the first time she heard his voice on the phone. And as their work together puts them in an explosive situation, Cady wonders just how much she”d risk for the thrill of being with this man.When Aunt Vesta dies suddenly, and strange developments affect her family”s prestigious gallery, Cady must turn to a man she isn”t sure she can trust. And instead of tracking down missing masterpieces, they”ll be hunting down a killer. . . |
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Lost and Found $9.99 Cady Briggs is very useful to Mack Easton-her expertise in art and antiques helps his shadowy, low-profile company, Lost and Found, find missing treasures for high-paying clients.But as Cady’s beloved Aunt Vesta warns her, being useful to a client is one thing-and being used is another. Still, Cady finds it hard to resist the magnetic pull Mack exerts, an attraction she felt from the first time she heard his voice on the phone. And as their work together puts them in an explosive situ |
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Lost and Found $7.99 Cady Briggs is very useful to Mack Easton-her expertise in art and antiques helps his shadowy, low-profile company, Lost and Found, find missing treasures for high-paying clients.But as Cady’s beloved Aunt Vesta warns her, being useful to a client is one thing-and being used is another. Still, Cady finds it hard to resist the magnetic pull Mack exerts, an attraction she felt from the first time she heard his voice on the phone. And as their work together puts them in an explosive situ |
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Lost and Found $1.5 Cady Briggs is very useful to Mack Easton — her expertise in art and antiques helps his shadowy low-profile company, Lost and Found, find missing treasures for high-paying clients. But Cady knows being useful to a client is one thing — and being used is another. Still, she finds it hard to resist the magnetic pull Mack exerts, and Cady wonders just how much she would risk for the thrill of being with this man. Then a family tragedy places Cady in the position of head of her family’s prestigious gallery. Now Cady needs professional assistance. But, instead of tracking down missing masterpieces, they’ll be hunting for a killer. |
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Lost and Found $7.99 Cady Biggs’s knowledge of art and antiques is useful to Mack Easton and his low-profile company, Lost and Found, to find missing treasures for high-paying clients. A sudden tragedy puts Cady in charge of her family’s prestigious art and antiques gallery. Strange developments soon lead Cady to ask for help from Mack. Instead of tracking down missing masterpieces, they’ll be hunting for a killer. |
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Lovejoy-Christmas Specials $24.98 Ian McShane (Deadwood) stars as the irresistible rogue with a keen eye for antiques and intrigue. This antiques dealer and part-time detective scours the murky salesrooms, auction halls and stately homes of Britain, always on the lookout for a find. And if the antiques business isnt exciting enough, Lovejoy has a particular weakness for a good sob story or a pretty face, either of which is enough to send him off in pursuit of villains and help victims recover their property. Whether it’s a priceless old master or a pretty young lady, his love of beauty is sure to land him in trouble wherever he goes.Lovejoy: Christmas Specials includes two popular Christmas episodes: The Prague Sun and The Lost Colony! |
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Lovejoy-Complete Season 2 $49.98 Ian McShane is back as Lovejoy, the crime-solving antiques dealer with an eye for beauty…and trouble!Season two continues the hair-raising, side-splitting adventures of Lovejoy, who careens through another assortment of close shaves with his right-hand man Tinkerdill and scrappy sidekick Eric. Things get off to a rough start when Lovejoy is wrongly convicted of dealing in stolen goods, but that is just a small change in plans. When he emerges from prison, Lovejoy will have his hands full dealing with disappearing bridegrooms, cursed Inca statues, secretive artists and a divine tea bowl. But first, he’ll have to find the blackguard that nearly beat him at his own game!This three disc collection includes all 12 episodes from The Complete Season Two of Lovejoy! |
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Main Street Festivals: Traditional and Unique Events on America’s Main Streets $30 Main Street America is kicking up its heels and you’re invited to the party! Goodbye sprawl-and-mall hello downtown! Long-neglected town centers are coming to life once again, and the buzz is back on main streets all across the country. Come celebrate their rebirth with this one-of-a-kind guide to over 700 local festivals and events nationwide. From the weird and wacky to the wild and wonderful, the fun starts with Main Street Festivals. Which will you do first? Enter a rubber duck race . . . Join a walk of art scavenger hunt . . . Find hot-rod heaven . . . Play cow patty bingo . . . See antiques and heirloom displays . . . Discover bullistic bull riding . . . Go to a hog slopping contest . . . Eat black dirt cake . . . Hear blues, bluegrass, and brass bands . . . Watch a Little Miss National Peanut Pageant . . . Inside you’ll also learn where to find: an onion rodeo, cornstalk shooting, a beautiful baby bagel contest, arts and crafts demonstrations, the perfect-pierogie cookoff, a slugburger fest, quilting exhibitions, farmer olympics, and more. . . . There’s something for everyone in Main Street Festivals. |
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March Story, Volume 1 $12.99 Reads R to L (Japanese Style), for M audiences. Among the quiet villages and towns of 18th century Europe, demons known as the Ill hide within the most beautiful works of art, sparked to life by the torment of their creators. Attracted by their jewel-like allure, the unwary find themselves possessed by the Ill and driven to horrific acts of violence. Only the hunters of the Ciste Vihad can dispel the Ill.March is one such hunter, tracking the Ill from town to town to find the antiques t |
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Miller’s Antiques & Collectibles $19.33 Today, with antiques and collectables available everywhere from garage sales to the Internet, collectors need authoritative advice more than ever. This comprehensive reference puts it at their fingertips. Essential questions in all categories are answered instantly in the A-to-Z section: What is Aurene glass? When was Tiffany & Co. founded? What”s the difference between soft- and hard-paste porcelain? In the back of the book the collector will find extensive charts and tables to help identify the styles of feet on furniture, the forms of glass objects, dolls” bodies and heads, and hundreds of makers” marks on glass, ceramics, and silver. Plus, the eye-opening chapter on buying and selling antiques is essential preparation before attempting any sale or purchase. |
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Miller’s Antiques Handbook and Price Guide 2012-2013 $45 If you want to know the value of your antiques – or find out how the antiques market is faring – the world”s best-selling antiques price guide is the place to look. Every year more than 8,000 items are photographed to make Miller”s Antiques Handbook and Price Guide the most comprehensive and informative price guide on the market. Whether you”re buying or selling, a dealer, collector or auctioneer, this is the book you need to help you keep track of the international market. Whenever you”re buying or selling always take Judith with you. |
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Miller’s Collecting Porcelain $6.1 Antiques Roadshow expert John Sandon examines the many ways that porcelain can be collected: by style, decoration, maker, country of origin, object, or shape. He provides a comprehensive introduction to the invention of porcelain and its manufacture–including the factory processes–as well as details of what to look for and where to find it. Plus, Sandon uncovers fakes and reproductions so you won’t get cheated, and offers helpful tips on caring for and displaying your collection. |
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Never Give Up $13.99 When they adopt an injured fawn, the Howard sisters find themselves appreciating the wonders of spring in new ways. When they discover a sweet little fawn in distress, what can the Howard sisters do but try to find it a proper home? At the same time, when Louise spots her latest student behind the wheel of a car instead of in front of a keyboard, she also finds herself in a difficult situation. And Jane is enjoying the company of an antiques expert and learning a thing or two about kindness, careful shopping, and making old things new. |
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Oddball Texas $16.95 This amusing travel guide to the Lone Star State doesn’t waste travelers’ time telling them where to find antiques in the Hill Country, take breathtaking hikes through Big Bend, or gaze upon the Alamo. Instead, it guides television fans to a modern replica of the Munsters’s mansion, leads the nonsqueamish to the world’s only Cockroach Hall of Fame, and points the curious towards a small town filled with hippo statues. Among other things, Texas is home to Goliath-sized roadside attractions, and directions are provided on how to reach the World’s Largest Six-Shooter, World’s Largest Rattlesnake, and World’s Largest Wooden Nickel. The accompanying photographs and maps instruct visitors on how to get to these and other extraordinary spots, including the Best Little Whorehouse in Texas, the Celebrity Shoe Musuem, Alley Oop’s Fantasyland, and the Birthplace of Fritos. A dose of wacky Texas history is also included with answers to questions such as Did a UFO really crash into a windmill northwest of Fort Worth in 1897? and What does an Abilene Kinko’s have to do with the early retirement of Dan Rather? |
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Oddball Texas: A Guide to Some Really Strange Places $16.95 This amusing travel guide to the Lone Star State doesn’t waste travelers’ time telling them where to find antiques in the Hill Country, take breathtaking hikes through Big Bend, or gaze upon the Alamo. Instead, it guides television fans to a modern replica of the Munsters’s mansion, leads the nonsqueamish to the world’s only Cockroach Hall of Fame, and points the curious towards a small town filled with hippo statues. Among other things, Texas is home to Goliath-sized roadside attractions, an |
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Pennsylvania Dutch Stuff: A Guide to Country Antiques $22.95 Kessinger Publishing is the place to find hundreds of thousands of rare and hard-to-find books with something of interest for everyone! |
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Poetic License $16.95 “What could be more precious (or more real) than words taken straight from the soul? Here you’ll find a collection of poetry that reflects the author’s hurts, loves, and day-to-day musings. Every entry is as real and honest as it comes.” -Lee Bernstein, of Antiques and Collectibles of Indiana |
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Poison Ivory $7.99 All antiques dealer Abby Washburn wants is to find a perfect gift for her mama Mozella”s birthday. She never expects her online purchase of an exquisite 17th-century rosewood linen chest would put her in federal custody, accused of trafficking in illegal ivory. Original. |
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Run for Your Life $1.13 Sometimes you find friendship in the most unlikely places. Thirty-something Fleur Bonner has a career selling fake antiques, a London flat with no central heating, and no focus. She agrees to train for the London marathon, joining the misfits, the lost, and the lonely who make up the Battersea Park New Runners Club, hoping it may provide a welcome change in her unfulfilling life. But then her boss disappears, and it appears that her job may actually be a front for art forgery. She quickly goes from girl-about-town to jailbird, not understanding what happened and why. Maybe those misfits from the Battersea Park New Runners Club can provide some answers. . . |
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Short Bike Rides in Minnesota: Ride for the Casual Cyclist $208.62 From farm land to forests, antiques shops to fish hatcheries, bikers of all levels and interests will find what they’re looking for on these rides. This guide will take cyclists through some of the most beautiful country in the state. Having biked most of the state, the author has compiled the best of the best. Highlights include following the St. Croix River through Afton Park, enjoying the scenery along Lake Superior and following the Mississippi River through Red Wing. Each ride includes precise directions, excellent route maps and vivid descriptions of attractions along the way. |
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Slasher Cinema Box $9.98 The Slasher Cinema collection presents four bloodcurdling tales of terror, including THE DEMON, CRAZE, THE GLOVE & MEMORIAL VALLEY MASSACRE. THE DEMON: An ex-Marine with ESP tracks down an elusive serial killer. CRAZE: An antiques dealer dabbles in black magic and makes human sacrifices to an African idol. THE GLOVE: An ex-con stalks the prison guards who tortured him. MEMORIAL VALLEY MASSACRE: Campers find themselves terrorized by a hermit with a hatred for modern society. |
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Stone and Fire $8.9 Book 3 in the Heroes of Stone series. When half-dragon Dana Logan meets gargoyle Beau Dumont at her friend’s wedding, something clicks between them. Halfway through the most passion-filled night of their lives, his phone rings and he rushes home to Montreal. Several months later, they’re in England to catch a ring of antiques smugglers but the two can barely keep their hands off each other long enough to find the thieves. The sex between them is explosive and they’re falling in l |
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Story of the Steiff Teddy Bear $14.22 Learn the history and story of the ever-popular Steiff Teddy Bear through color photographs and commentary! A host of mysteries have arisen surrounding the jointed teddy’s creation over 100 years ago in the small town of Giengen, Germany–who created him, what did he look like, and just where did his name come from. This informative and entertaining guide reveals a great deal of interesting and valuable information about the history and production of every model of the Steiff Teddy Bear. Inside readers will find over 250 illustrations including rare archive photographs depicting the process from the very beginning. In addition to the story of the making of the bears, information and commentary is presented about what they meant to people of all ages and the current market for Steiff collectors. It’s an essential book for those interested in antiques and fans young and old of this irresistible teddy bear! |
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Superhobby Investing: Making Money from Antiques, Coins, Stamps, Wine, Woodland and Other Alternative Assets $60.13 What is ‘superhobby investing’?Superhobby Investing is at the intersection of investing, collecting and other serious hobbies. It’s about examining how you can ratchet up a hobby or a collecting passion into an investment option.If you are a stock market investor, this book will show how you can use the tangible assets that are normally part and parcel of collecting as a means of diversifying your portfolio. Or maybe you already own, or have inherited, some superhobby assets – a stamp collection or a set of first editions, say – but never thought of them as potential investments.Using this book, you can find out how to assess their value and how to convert them into a durable and profitable portfolio. This book shows you why developing one or more superhobbies can be a good idea, and looks at various forms this tangible asset investing can take.In each case the book explains how the markets operate, what the risks are, what returns can be expected, and what knowledge and skills are required. Each asset profile includes: – The history of investment in the asset- The basic characteristics and features of the market- The examination of long term returns, with detailed figures- The tax angles (if applicable)- The major issues- How to buy and sell, including major dealers and auctioneers- Sources of information |
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Suzy Gershman’s Born to Shop Hong Kong, Shanghai & Beijing $2.69 Gershman may be the best guide for novice and pro shoppers alike. — The Washington Post For nearly twenty years, Suzy Gershman has been leading savvy shoppers to the world s best finds. Now Born to Shop Hong Kong, Shanghai & Beijing is easier to use and packed with more up-to-date listings than ever before. Inside you ll find: What s hot in Hong Kong, from hip new fashions and designer labels to porcelain, jade, and colorful markets The best of Shanghai, from the Old City to the exciting new Pudong area Terrific buys in Beijing, from the Silk Market to the Pearl Market to the famous antiques street of Liulichang A completely new section on Hanoi and its unique treasures such as contemporary art, sophisticated lacquer, and funky ethnic fashions |
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Texas Bed and Breakfast $15.95 Whether you’re looking for a warm, cozy cottage, a historic inn filled with antiques and family legends, or a rustic lodge surrounded by breathtaking scenery, you’ll find your ideal accomodations in this handy guide. |
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The 100 Best Businesses to Start When You Don’t Want to Work Hard Anymore $16.99 Many people in their 40s, 50s, and even 60s have yearned to start their own businesses for years, but family and other responsibilities prevented them from doing anything more than dreaming. For many of them, the time is now.After a lifetime of work, these mid-life and retired entrepreneur wannabes are looking for businesses that don’t require a huge investment of money or time. 100 Best Businesses to Start When You Don’t Want to Work Hard Anymore is divided into three sections: Service businesses-adventure travel outfitter, educational consultant, personal chef, reunion planner, and more.Retail businesses-classic car sales, antiques, gourmet food store, and more.Product businesses-custom clothing designer, import business, herb farming, pet specialty manufacturer, and more.In brief, easy-to-digest chapters, each business listed includes a concise description of the business, why it’s perfect for a mid-life or retired person, skills and investment required, and where to find more information. br |
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The Ah Ha’s of Effective Relationships $13.95 Alex Boden did everything Rivonia Technology asked him to do. He streamlined his staff; he increased sales. He was a company man. His clients remained loyal and appreciated Alex”s honesty and devotion. But there was a buyout, and Alex”s job may be in jeopardy. The ”Ah Ha”s of Effective Relationships follows Alex through a journey of self-discovery. He wants a challenging job, one he can fully enjoy, but first he must learn how best to manage his relationships. His sources-a Board of Directors-are an unlikely and widely diverse group: a veterinarian, a CEO, a lawyer, an antiques dealer, and a principal. What Alex learns makes him a better sales manager, a better father, and a better husband. He comes to understand that, in the words of Gerald Prince, ”versatility is not an act; it”s a habit practiced everyday. Explore these questions and find the answers with Alex: If people disagree with me what keeps them from speaking up? Doesn”t everyone think the same way I do? Why are some people so confrontational? What do others think about the way I interact with them? |
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The Book of Antiques $46.95 Kessinger Publishing is the place to find hundreds of thousands of rare and hard-to-find books with something of interest for everyone! |
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The Book of Antiques $31.95 Kessinger Publishing is the place to find hundreds of thousands of rare and hard-to-find books with something of interest for everyone! |
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The Book of Antiques $46.95 Kessinger Publishing is the place to find hundreds of thousands of rare and hard-to-find books with something of interest for everyone! |
