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This is the story of Faberge's Imperial Easter eggs - of their maker, of the tsars who commissioned them, of the middlemen who sold them and of the collectors who...

Antique Maps is now firmly established as a definitive reference work. With extensive information on the general historical background, details of all the major map-makers and practical advice on collecting...

Following an introduction to the subject of collecting sci-fi and fantasy, the book is divided into the main types of collectible, such as comics and annuals, movie posters and ephemera....

The authors of two previous well-received volumes on book collecting now regale their many fans with fascinating facts and fables about famous libraries and infamous forgers. "The Goldstones, a husband-and-wife...

Today, a combination of high quality and low price makes Chinese rugs the best value of all oriental carpets. And countries outside China itself, such as Tibet and Nepal, have...

The book titled Paper Ambassadors: Stamps as Political Icons by the author Denis Altman. This is a secondhand book. Please contact us for more information about this title.

Geddy Lee, the beloved, iconic Rock and Roll Hall of Famer, Rush bassist, and New York Times bestselling author of My Effin' Life, shares the stories behind some of the...

A comprehensive guide and invaluable reference to dolls from around the world for the child-at-heart and the collector.

This history of furniture shows the reader how domestic furniture has developed over a period of 4000 years. It covers furniture styles from the oldest surviving pieces found in Tutankhamen's...

The first-ever history of an innovative recreational and commercial trailer designed and built by engineering and aviation pioneer and icon Glenn H. Curtiss The complete history of the Curtiss Aerocar,...

Geddy Lee, the beloved, iconic Rock and Roll Hall of Famer, Rush bassist, and New York Times bestselling author of My Effin' Life, shares the stories behind some of the...

A celebration of the continuing success of the Antiques Roadshow, which after 27 years is still one of the most popular series on television. Fiona Malcolm uncovers its origins and...

A treasure trove of forgotten stories about jewels throughout history by internationally renowned jewellery expert, Carol Woolton. If Jewels Could Talk: Links Through Time delves into the history, cultural significance...

The book titled TOY CARS, COLLECTOR'S GUIDE TO by the author . This is a secondhand book. Please contact us for more information about this title.

Not too far away from the flea markets, dusty attics, cluttered used record stores and Ebay is the world of the vinyl junkies. Brett Milano dives deep into the piles...

This work features gifts from foreign dignitaries to GDR party leaders, as well as birthday and anniversary presents given to SED politicians. Several selected objects are also used as the...

In all-color photographs, it focuses on the post-WWII period during which tin toy production flourished. Special features include information on the prominent postwar toy manufacturers, current-day revivals, and an appendix...

The Captain James Cook collection of Bob and Mary Ann Parks is a landmark of its kind, and represents the finest such collection offered. The catalogue includes highlights such as:...

These are handy and thorough guides with knowledgeable text and hundreds of full color photographs and illustrations.

Since the 1920s the radio set has been an important part of most people's lives. In the thirties and forties the wireless was an important piece of furniture and a...

Oscar Wilde once wrote "I never travel without my diary. One should always have something sensational to read on the train." This book is your opportunity to discover a compendium...

The Book of Churchilliana is much more than just a tribute to Winston Churchill. Alongside a definitive collection of memorabilia, Douglas Hall provides the reader with a unique historical view...

'A true joy. A work of staggering complexity and bewildering economy.' TELEGRAPH 'Every page glitters' SPECTATOR 'Mesmerising' NEW STATESMAN A BBC RADIO 4 BOOK OF THE WEEK ______________________ In Hands...

The book titled Specialist Price Guide to Ceramics by the author Alan Carter. This is a secondhand book. Please contact us for more information about this title.

The book titled Specialist Price Guide to Australiana by the author Alan Carter. This is a secondhand book. Please contact us for more information about this title.

Joysticks to Haptics is the ultimate compendium of gaming controllers and retro peripherals from the world of gaming. As video games are played, memories are left in the grooves of...

Situated at the center of the world's largest museum complex, the Smithsonian Institution Libraries links the holdings of 22 Smithsonian museums and research centres into one system encompassing 1.5 million...

Joysticks to Haptics is the ultimate compendium of gaming controllers and retro peripherals from the world of gaming. As video games are played, memories are left in the grooves of...

Winner of the Andre Simon Food Award 2025 'Extraordinary' TELEGRAPH 'Delightful' GUARDIAN 'Bee Wilson is one of my favourite writers and this may be her best book' CHRIS VAN TULLEKEN...

Oscar Wilde once wrote "I never travel without my diary. One should always have something sensational to read on the train." This book is your opportunity to discover a compendium...

A spellbinding look at the history of the world through the stories of twelve carpets Beautiful, sensuous, and enigmatic, great carpets follow power. Emperors, shahs, sultans and samurai crave them...

There's no such thing as too many books, simply not enough places to put them Decluttering is all the rage, but what do you do when your preferred interior decor...

This unique box set contains 50 stunning colour postcards which showcase both the unique specimens and architectural gems of the Natural History Museum. Ranging from the amazing to the amusing,...

'A sweeping, absorbing history, deeply researched, of that extraordinary and enduring phenomenon: the library' - Richard Ovenden, author of Burning the Books: A History of Knowledge under Attack Famed across...

A stunning, handbag-sized visual history of one of the world's most iconic shoe designers. Discover the story of the renowned shoe designer who has a devoted global following thanks to...

A stunning, handbag-sized visual history of one of the world's most iconic jewellery designers. Discover the story of the world-famous luxury jeweller. Packed with photographs and information covering the company's...

100 of the greatest cars from 1886 to the present day. For all classic car enthusiasts and everyone who loves the nostalgia and romance of these beautiful machines. Discover all...

Why do we collect? Is it to rescue objects from oblivion? Is it a kind of desire - or even a kind of madness? In this mosaic of fiction, philosophy,...

A stunning, handbag-sized visual history of one of the world's most iconic jewellery designers. Discover the story of the world-famous luxury jeweller. Packed with photographs and information covering the company's...

Turn the pages of this thought-provoking book and discover maps that challenge conventional wisdom, confront social and political norms and offer fresh perspectives on familiar landscapes. This meticulously curated selection...

Everyday Antiques shows how to introduce antique and vintage pieces into every room in the house to create a home that's individual, comfortable and stylish. For most of us, decorating...

The invention of the telegraph, telephone, and broadcast signals gave kids in mid-century America a new way to play. Speak into a device, push a button, turn a knob, and...

Through photographs and anecdotes, Broadway author and director Mark Bramble presents the vast collection of antique tea caddies he and his late mother assembled over more than 5 decades of...

Since its introduction to the American market in 1949, the distinctive blue and white dinnerware depicting Currier and Ives scenes has remained one of the Royal China Company's most popular...

This is the most comprehensive study of Old West art and antiques from the Golden State to date. Best quality furniture, gold and silver objects, gold quartz jewelry, gambling tools,...

A lively exploration of Volvo, one of the world's best-loved car brands, with evocative vintage photography and entertaining text that explains why you should want to own one. This iconic...