Canadian Books Review : Other Collectibles
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Submitted Date : 2010/5/5 - Submitted by: UKboy
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A fantastic book of historical ginger beer bottles. This book is almost a complete guide to printed ginger beers in Canada. The book is divided into provinces and within each chapter there are clear photographs with measurements and information on many printed ginger beers. This is a very user friendly book for collectors, buyers, or sellors. 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 highly comprehensive history of the postcard, starting with its origins in Europe and then detailing its move to the West. After the introduction there are various sections to the book which explore the various types and styles of postcards of different eras. Each section is accompanied by excellent photographs clearly showing the detail and thought that goes into making and designing a postcard. Search this book on Abebooks |
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Submitted Date : 2010/5/5 - Submitted by: UKboy
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A fabulous book looking at the artisan designers and creations of the 60's. It pays special attention to works constructed from wood, sculptures, and mosiacs. It is a detailed yet small book giving both written and photographic assistance. It is a great book for reference purposes and has a great bibliography in the back to find additional books. Search this book on Abebooks |
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Submitted Date : 2010/5/5 - Submitted by: UKboy
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An excellant book detailing the history and variations in Quebec Art. It looks at how artists and sculptures manufactured art from anything and everything, new and old. It is laid out in clear chapters that initially detail the different materials used and then focus on specific areas within Quebec and the type of art generally created in these places. It is a very good book detailing Quebec Folk Art. Search this book on Abebooks |
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Submitted Date : 2010/5/5 - Submitted by: UKboy
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This book describes the life and works of Quebec sculpture Medard Bourgault. It looks at the influences that shaped his work and it follows him through his life and sculpting career. The book compliments text with many photographs of other sculputers and artists, along with pieces of his work that are key to his life. Search this book on Abebooks |
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Submitted Date : 2010/5/5 - Submitted by: UKboy
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The Charlton Standard Catalogue of Canadian Coins is an illustrated, descriptive price catalogue for the principal types of commercial and commemorative coins used in Canada over the years, including pre-Confederation regions. It provides the reader with accurate overviews of the various coins, with detailed illustrations and photographs of the picutres and dates. It also has historical introductions that provide important background information for each series, and relevant technical information wherever available. Search this book on Abebooks |
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Submitted Date : 2010/5/5 - Submitted by: UKboy
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This is a very detailed and well presented book. Red Book 8 sets out to identify, list as accurately as possible, and provide pricing guidelines for all known fruit jars and closely related food preserving containers. The book contains phtographs of as many jars as possible, with variations in size being cataloogued and listed. The price guides are accurate and include closure values. Search this book on Abebooks |
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Submitted Date : 2010/5/5 - Submitted by: UKboy
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This book contains 8 fabulous and worthwhile chapters detailing different bottle companies and drinks companies that have produced bottles in Canada and specifically Quebec. The items are listed indivdually with both black and white and colour photographs and have a clear description of the make, name, and date produced. This a very comprehensive collectors and buyers book of bottles and their marks. Search this book on Abebooks |
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Submitted Date : 2010/5/5 - Submitted by: UKboy
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This is the first book in a series of three detailing the art styles from Quebec. It details the styles and techniques of wood and textile art. It looks at how ancient methods are adapted to suit modern day situations. It has sections on understanding authenticity and how to preserve artifacts for as long as possible. This book contains about 400 black and white photographs and around 50 colour photographs, along with diagrams and illustrations to guide you through every stage. Search this book on Abebooks |
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Submitted Date : 2010/5/5 - Submitted by: UKboy
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This book is amazing in that it contains more than 8000 auction prices for Canadian paintings that were auctioned between 1977-80. It gives details of the price it sold for, the dimensions of the painiting and the name of the artist. It is a very useful book when comparing other similar art or artists. Search this book on Abebooks |
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