The Lyle Official Antiques Review 1978
Condition: SECONDHAND
This is a secondhand book. The jacket image is a photograph of the exact copy we have in stock. This image shows the condition of this book. Further condition remarks are below.
Condition remarks:
Book: Good
Jacket: Worn/faded, no tears
Pages: Tanning and foxing
For collectors, dealers, and enthusiasts alike, The Lyle Official Antiques Review 1978 stands as an indispensable annual compendium that chronicles the ever-shifting landscape of the antiques market at a pivotal moment in the late twentieth century. Compiled by Margo Rutherford and edited by Tony Curtis, this authoritative volume presents a comprehensive survey of antique categories — from furniture and ceramics to silver, jewellery, and objets d'art — complete with detailed illustrations and market valuations that reflect actual auction and dealer prices of the era. A cornerstone of the long-running and highly respected Lyle series, this edition illustrates the breadth and diversity of the antiques trade with meticulous attention to detail, serving as both a practical pricing guide and a fascinating historical snapshot of collector tastes in 1978. The volume's systematic organisation and clear visual references made it an essential desk reference for professionals and a trusted companion for weekend market-goers, and its period valuations continue to intrigue historians of decorative arts and economic trends in the antiques world today.
Author: Tony Curtis
Format: Hardback
Published: 1978, Lyle Publications
Genre: Antiques & collectibles
Condition remarks:
Book: Good
Jacket: Worn/faded, no tears
Pages: Tanning and foxing
For collectors, dealers, and enthusiasts alike, The Lyle Official Antiques Review 1978 stands as an indispensable annual compendium that chronicles the ever-shifting landscape of the antiques market at a pivotal moment in the late twentieth century. Compiled by Margo Rutherford and edited by Tony Curtis, this authoritative volume presents a comprehensive survey of antique categories — from furniture and ceramics to silver, jewellery, and objets d'art — complete with detailed illustrations and market valuations that reflect actual auction and dealer prices of the era. A cornerstone of the long-running and highly respected Lyle series, this edition illustrates the breadth and diversity of the antiques trade with meticulous attention to detail, serving as both a practical pricing guide and a fascinating historical snapshot of collector tastes in 1978. The volume's systematic organisation and clear visual references made it an essential desk reference for professionals and a trusted companion for weekend market-goers, and its period valuations continue to intrigue historians of decorative arts and economic trends in the antiques world today.