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Decorative arts

paperback. An illustrated examination of pottery and potters on four continents. It discusses and illustrates the work of modern masters of traditional ceramics from Bangladesh, Sweden, various parts of the United States, Turkey, and Japan. It is suitable for those interested in pottery and the study of folklore and folk art. Series: Material Culture. Num Pages: 152 pages, 60 b&w photos, 16 color photos. BIC Classification: AFP; AFTB. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 5817 x 3887 x 15. Weight in Grams: 454.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2000
Publisher
Indiana University Press United States
Number of pages
152
Condition
New
SKU
V9780253213563
ISBN
9780253213563
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 14.29

Paperback. Presents the different types of caravan and the great variety of art which was carved and painted upon them and their brothers-in-transport, the old narrowboats. Num Pages: 96 pages, Illustrations (some col.). BIC Classification: 1DBK; AFTB; WGC; WGGN; WQN. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 225 x 248 x 10. Weight in Grams: 338.
Publisher
The History Press Ltd United Kingdom
Number of pages
96
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2010
Condition
New
SKU
V9780752455020
ISBN
9780752455020
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 26.99
€ 23.86

Paperback. This big book presents a wide range of cast metal bookend designs shown in over 500 color photos. Each is identified and there are histories of the manufacturers, book racks, catalogs and a useful identification and buyers' guide. Num Pages: 192 pages, 573 color photos. BIC Classification: AFT; WC. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 217 x 281 x 12. Weight in Grams: 800.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1997
Publisher
Schiffer Publishing Ltd
Edition
0th Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9780764300400
ISBN
9780764300400
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 43.99
€ 28.63

Paperback. An award-winning, beautiful and simple introduction to the Book of Kells now available in Spanish. Here George Otto Simms, a world-renowned authority on the Book of Kells, reveals the mysteries hidden in this magnificent manuscript. Spanish language edition Illustrator(s): Rooney, David; O'Brien, Eoin. Translator(s): Losada, Cruz. Series: Exploring. Num Pages: 72 pages, 8 colour illustrations, 60 black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: AC; AFT. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 216 x 138 x 6. Weight in Grams: 147.
Publisher
O´Brien Press Ltd
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2012
Condition
New
SKU
V9781847173546
ISBN
9781847173546
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 11.99
€ 11.27

paperback. The Pictish School of Celtic art from pagan symbols to monumental sculptures, thoroughly covered and illustrated. Num Pages: 164 pages, colour and b&w illustrations. BIC Classification: AFTB; AFTC; AK. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 286 x 224 x 9. Weight in Grams: 462.
Publisher
Constable
Number of pages
171
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1996
Edition
New Ed
Condition
New
SKU
V9780094769007
ISBN
9780094769007
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 19.99
€ 16.06

Hardcover. BIC Classification: 1DBK; ACX; AFT; AK; HBJD1. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). .
Publisher
Acc Publishing Group Ltd
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2017
Condition
New
SKU
V9781851498550
ISBN
9781851498550
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 43.99
€ 43.21

Paperback. "Engaged in fascinating and useful multidisciplinary research, Cranz is an avatar for body-friendly design.. Read [The Chair] and cheer."--Elizabeth Zimmer, Village Voice Num Pages: 288 pages, 90 illustrations. BIC Classification: AFT; AK. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 206 x 156 x 20. Weight in Grams: 362.
Publisher
WW Norton & Co
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2000
Edition
New Ed
Condition
New
SKU
V9780393319552
ISBN
9780393319552
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 18.99
€ 17.69

Considering economic and political forces, flows of people and materials, and frames that define cultural and market situations as they play out in the artisan communities of these two countries, Wherry uncovers how authentic folk tradition is capitalized or created. Series: Themes in Global Social Change. Num Pages: 208 pages, 13, 6 black & white halftones, 5 black & white line drawings, 2 maps. BIC Classification: 1FMT; 1KLCR; AFT; JFFS; KND. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 229 x 152 x 19. Weight in Grams: 431.
Publication date
2008
Publisher
Johns Hopkins University Press United States
Number of pages
208
Condition
New
SKU
V9780801887949
ISBN
9780801887949
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 74.53

paperback. Essays on the development of Boas' theories on primitive art and his legacy i Northwest Coast art studies offer a theoretical framework for this collectio of 14 articles written between 1889 and 1916 by the art historian and anthropologist. The articles, in which he disputes Eurocentric art theorie Editor(s): Jonaitis, Aldona. Num Pages: 380 pages, 242 illus. BIC Classification: 1KBB; ACBK; AFTB. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 229 x 159 x 26. Weight in Grams: 563.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1995
Publisher
University of Washington Press United States
Number of pages
380
Condition
New
Edition
Illustrated
SKU
V9780295973845
ISBN
9780295973845
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 43.99
€ 38.84

Paperback. Documents a type of folk art in West Bengal, India, that combines traditional narrative scroll painting with singing and storytelling. This title depicts the life and work of modern day artists who have reinvigorated their folk art by depicting contemporary social issues. Num Pages: 120 pages, 118 colour photos. BIC Classification: 1FKA; AFTB. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 292 x 219 x 12. Weight in Grams: 668.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2006
Publisher
Museum of New Mexico Press United States
Edition
1ST
Number of pages
120
Condition
New
SKU
V9780890134894
ISBN
9780890134894
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 41.99
€ 30.31

Hardback. For the last forty years Florentine Muetherich has worked as editor of the corpus of Carolingian illuminated manuscripts she has recently published the School of Reims and is currently preparing the Franco-Saxon schools. In addition to her work on these volumes, she has explored various aspects of Carolingian book illumination. Num Pages: 480 pages, 212 illus. BIC Classification: AFT. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 177 x 246 x 37. Weight in Grams: 1594.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2003
Publisher
Pindar Press United Kingdom
Number of pages
480
Condition
New
SKU
V9781899828678
ISBN
9781899828678
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 319.23

Hardcover. Since in 2005 there was no furniture fair, the accompanying book to the exhibition had empty pages and was sent out to designers, architects, artists, journalists and friends. Each recipient was asked to lend his book for the 2006 exhibition. The result is a collection of private notes, sketches, photographs, collages, and objects. Editor(s): Rendel, Martin; Spitz, Rene. Num Pages: 96 pages, 87 illus. BIC Classification: AFT. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 214 x 149 x 17. Weight in Grams: 372.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2006
Publisher
Edition Axel Menges Germany
Number of pages
96
Condition
New
SKU
V9783936681093
ISBN
9783936681093
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 17.99
€ 14.46

Hardcover. Islamic geometric designs are admired worldwide for their beauty and intricacy, yet in truth they are seldom understood. In this volume, the author analyses and explains these complex designs in their historical and physical context. Num Pages: 256 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: 1QFM; AFT. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 251 x 322 x 28. Weight in Grams: 1960.
Publisher
Thames & Hudson
Number of pages
256
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2013
Edition
1st Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9780500516959
ISBN
9780500516959
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 53.51
€ 44.99

Paperback. Helps readers to create their own patterns, based on compositions from across the Islamic world. This book opens up the world of intricate Islamic patterns, allowing artists, designers and doodlers alike to learn about these works of art as they produce their own. Num Pages: 64 pages. BIC Classification: 1QFM; AFT; AK. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 217 x 308 x 18. Weight in Grams: 776.
Publisher
Thames & Hudson Ltd
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2016
Edition
1st Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9780500292426
ISBN
9780500292426
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 19.99
€ 16.06

Paperback. Provides the craftsperson with the guidance needed to promote, market and sell his or her arts and crafts. The book offers a wide range of techniques, starting with a business plan, and explains the processes of obtaining media exposure, locating promotional tools, and selecting outlets. Series: Audel. Num Pages: 352 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: AFT; KJS; TDP. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 209 x 139 x 15. Weight in Grams: 403.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1994
Publisher
John Wiley & Sons Inc United States
Edition
1st Edition
Number of pages
352
Condition
New
SKU
V9780025377424
ISBN
9780025377424
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 19.71

Paperback. Num Pages: 46 pages, 6 cut-out models. BIC Classification: AFT; AM; WF. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 309 x 236 x 9. Weight in Grams: 460.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1997
Publisher
Schiffer Publishing
Condition
New
SKU
V9780887400773
ISBN
9780887400773
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 8.99
€ 7.90

Hardback. Takes us on a European tour through the palaces and the works of art belonging to royal and princely figures who have marked the histories of their dynasties and countries. This book sheds light on European sovereigns and their splendour: from Augustus the Strong and King of Poland to the Emperor Franz Josef and Empress Elizabeth of Austria. Editor(s): Arminjon, Catherine. Num Pages: 368 pages, Illustrations (some col.). BIC Classification: 1DDFM; AFT; AGC. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 290 x 238 x 39. Weight in Grams: 2218.
Publisher
Skira Italy
Number of pages
368
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2011
Edition
01st Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9788857211176
ISBN
9788857211176
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 53.52

Paperback. Num Pages: 80 pages, 360 color photos. BIC Classification: AFT. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 278 x 216 x 8. Weight in Grams: 496.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1999
Publisher
Schiffer Publishing Ltd United States
Number of pages
80
Condition
New
SKU
V9780764300288
ISBN
9780764300288
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 25.99
€ 18.28

Num Pages: 160 pages, 251 color photos. BIC Classification: AFT; AJC. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 223 x 289 x 21. Weight in Grams: 1254.
Publication date
2006
Publisher
Schiffer Publishing Ltd United States
Number of pages
160
Condition
New
SKU
V9780764325496
ISBN
9780764325496
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 48.99
€ 32.61

Hardcover. Num Pages: 256 pages, 497 color photos. BIC Classification: AFT. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 286 x 225 x 25. Weight in Grams: 1620.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2003
Publisher
Schiffer Publishing
Condition
New
SKU
V9780764319129
ISBN
9780764319129
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 65.39
€ 46.95

Paperback. A mammoth representation of products of American furniture manufacturers. Hundreds of illustrations show the styles of furniture available at height of the 1920s, a pivotal period between Art Nouveau, Art Deco, and the Depression eras. A price guide and four indices make it an easy to use guide for collectors. Num Pages: 464 pages, 8 colour pages, hundreds of black and white photographs. BIC Classification: AFT; WC. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 278 x 213 x 25. Weight in Grams: 1496.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1996
Publisher
Schiffer Publishing Ltd United States
Edition
2 Rev ed
Number of pages
464
Condition
New
SKU
V9780764300592
ISBN
9780764300592
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 46.99
€ 31.02

Paperback. Num Pages: 136 pages, b&w line drawings. BIC Classification: AFT; AGZ; TDP. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (XV) Technical / Manuals. Dimension: 243 x 173 x 8. Weight in Grams: 246.
Publisher
ITDG Publishing United Kingdom
Number of pages
136
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1993
Edition
UK ed.
Condition
New
SKU
V9781853391958
ISBN
9781853391958
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 25.78

Hardcover. The World of Ornament brings together the two greatest encyclopedic collections of ornament of the 19th century: Auguste Racinet's L'Ornement polychrome Volumes I and II and Auguste Dupont-Auberville's L'Ornement des tissus to provide one lavish source book spanning jewelry, tile, stained glass, illuminated manuscript, textile and ceramic ornament. Num Pages: 824 pages. BIC Classification: AFT. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 209 x 153 x 50. Weight in Grams: 1406.
Publisher
TASCHEN Gmbh
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2015
Edition
Multilingual
Condition
New
SKU
V9783836556255
ISBN
9783836556255
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 26.99
€ 20.23

Hardcover. Num Pages: 272 pages, 452 color photos. BIC Classification: 3JH; ACVN; AFT. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 286 x 226 x 28. Weight in Grams: 1660.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2009
Publisher
Schiffer Publishing
Condition
New
SKU
V9780764333712
ISBN
9780764333712
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 76.09
€ 54.12

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