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Submitted Date : 2010/10/12 - Submitted by: UKboy
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A fabulous book detailing Quebecois Folk Art. This book is very interested in Quebecois Art, specifically Folk art and the various designs and motifs that are present in Quebec art. It gives the reader an insight into the origin of the sign and the date from which it may have come. Towards the end of the book it centres around sculptures and figurines from Canadian Folk Art, and it has a large selection of black and white phtographs to aid the reader in distinguishing various pieces of art. Search this book on Abebooks |
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Submitted Date : 2010/5/5 - Submitted by: UKboy
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This is a wonderful book with very clear and precise information regarding oil lamps from the Kerosene era. This price guide list is based on thousands of lamps observed over the years. The book lacks the detailed photographs of other books, however it does provide the reader with clear categories and names, with measurements. Search this book on Abebooks |
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Submitted Date : 2010/5/5 - Submitted by: UKboy
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This book sets out to capture the reader and guide them through 2000 years of North American Indian Art History. The book looks at everything from patterns and styles, to carvings, sculpture, and pottery. This is a very detailed book giving very clear explanations and locations of many key artefacts from this period and culture. Search this book on Abebooks |
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Submitted Date : 2010/5/5 - Submitted by: UKboy
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This book is quoted as being by far the most comprehensive and definitive book to cover the kerosene era. There are more than 1000 kerosene lamps and accessories shown with over 900 photogrpahs and illustrations. There are carefully researched and organised visual records for the historian, student, and collector. Search this book on Abebooks |
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Submitted Date : 2010/5/5 - Submitted by: UKboy
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This is a Journal of Antiques and Fine Arts, it contains information regarding Antiques, provides informative comments and reviews, while allowing buyers and sellers a platform for communication prior to the dawn of the internet. Search this book on Abebooks |
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Submitted Date : 2010/5/5 - Submitted by: UKboy
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An excellent book regarding the history of Utensils. This book looks at the history of household utensils since the beginning of the Quebec region of Canada. It is divided into areas around the house, such as the fire and the kitchen, and within each chapter it gives photogrpahs and descriptions of the type of utensils you would expect to find. The chapter contains a great amount of detail and is ordered by date. This a very thorough book detailing the utensils of New France. Search this book on Abebooks |
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Submitted Date : 2010/5/5 - Submitted by: UKboy
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A complete book of expert words and known names for use in the antiques industry. This book is a dictionary / encyclopedia of common words used within the antique and collectors area. It gives good definitions of all words related to collecting, and includes pictures, dates, and artists that may be linked to that particular object or article. A great a-z of ancient objects and artifacts. Search this book on Abebooks |
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Submitted Date : 2010/5/5 - Submitted by: UKboy
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An extemely detailed book that contains information on the styles of the French and English North American Art, wooden antiques, furniture, ceramics from North America and imported ceramics. It gives historical views and information realted to jewelry, textiles and games, with both black and white and colour photographs. The book is clearly laid out into 14 chapters, which contain some large pieces of text to thoroughly describe the artifacts. Search this book on Abebooks |
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Submitted Date : 2010/5/5 - Submitted by: UKboy
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A great buy for anyone looking to collect Canadiana. The book sets out to give every collector of Canadiana a detailed guide to artifacts such as; maps, books, coins, medals, furniture, textiles, china, pottery, glass, lamps, and weapons. The writer gives key points to look for and ways to recognize the genuine article. Both monetary and sentimental value are given for almost all articles. The book does not contain many images, however is crammed full of writing and descriptions. Search this book on Abebooks |
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Submitted Date : 2010/5/5 - Submitted by: UKboy
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This book provides the reader with a great visual look at French Canada. It contains over 300 hundred illustrations and photographs of Quebec, mostly dealing with the capital city and the surrounding countryside. It looks in detail at furniture and cabinets, rocking chairs, and pottery and china. Search this book on Abebooks |
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