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Hardcover. A contribution to the study necessary to understand the place of this small but distinct group of artefacts in the context of the 19th century. The book provides a set of photographs and measured drawings of Shaker furniture for both study and reproduction. Num Pages: 288 pages, 71 drawings, 254 photographs. BIC Classification: 1KBB; 3JH; AFT. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 237 x 307 x 22. Weight in Grams: 1464.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
1980
Publisher
University of Massachusetts Press
Condition
New
SKU
V9780870232756
ISBN
9780870232756
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 55.80

Hardcover. From domestic commonplaces, Loretta Bonnier Anawalt has invented a surreal evocation in prose and verse poems, presented as a pattern of dreams "printed" on the mind, as one might observe images emerging in a photographer's darkroom. Here, art and literature intertwine to provide evocative power, mystery, and intellectual pleasures. Illustrator(s): Helm, Robert. Num Pages: 200 pages, 16 colour illustrations. BIC Classification: 2ABM; AFC; DCF; DSC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 241 x 311 x 19. Weight in Grams: 1275.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
1999
Publisher
Eastern Washington University
Edition
Illustrated
Condition
Used, Like New
SKU
KEX0212756
ISBN
9780910055512
Hardback
Condition: Used, Like New

€ 17.95

Paperback. "The Victorious Youth" is one of very few surviving life-size bronzes from ancient Greece. This book discusses the statue in its ancient context of public memorials, private collectors, market-oriented workshops and long-distance transportation. A complete conservation report is included. Series: Getty Museum Studies on Art. Num Pages: 108 pages, 49 b&w illustrations, 1 colour fold-out. BIC Classification: 1QDAG; ABC; ACG; AFKB. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 235 x 192 x 8. Weight in Grams: 331.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2006
Publisher
J. Paul Getty Museum
Edition
1st Edition
Condition
Used, Like New
SKU
KEX0212666
ISBN
9780892364701
Paperback
Condition: Used, Like New

€ 17.95

Hardback. For tourists and long-time residents, and for anyone interested in the Civil War or public art, Testament to Union is a wonderful guide to these tangible connections to the nation's past and an era when public monuments packed powerful messages. Num Pages: 208 pages, 96, 95 black & white halftones, 1 black & white line drawings. BIC Classification: 1KBB; AFK; AMGD; HBW. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 254 x 178 x 19. Weight in Grams: 635.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
1998
Publisher
Johns Hopkins University Press
Condition
Used, Like New
Edition
Illustrated
SKU
KEX0212629
ISBN
9780801858611
Hardback
Condition: Used, Like New

€ 17.95

Hardback. A chronicle of the life and work of Ernst Neizvestny, the great Russian sculptor and philosopher of art who survived the Soviet police state to become a folk hero to his people. The volume is based on research in the Soviet archives and on interviews with Neizvestny and his family and friends. Num Pages: 480 pages, 75 photographs, bibliography, index. BIC Classification: 1DVUA; 3JJ; ACX; AFKB; AGB. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 260 x 185 x 28. Weight in Grams: 944.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2002
Publisher
Rowman & Littlefield United States
Edition
Illustrated
Number of pages
480
Condition
New
SKU
V9780742520585
ISBN
9780742520585
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 106.08

Paperback. Presents a comprehensive history of ceramics from Islamic lands. This book provides a whole framework for the understanding and study of Islamic ceramics. It is of great interest to the general reader, as well as being a useful reference work for students and specialists. Num Pages: 512 pages, 921 colour illus. BIC Classification: 1QFM; AFPC. Category: (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 276 x 219 x 61. Weight in Grams: 2410.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2006
Publisher
The al-Sabah Collection
Condition
New
SKU
9780500976340
ISBN
9780500976340
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 29.99
€ 22.02

Paperback. In the early 1650s Ferdinand Bol produced a series of wall-covering paintings. This 'painted chamber' is a unique example of a branch of the art of painting which was extremely popular in the seventeenth century, although hardly any of it now remains. Bol's ensemble has always been surrounded by mysteries. Who was the initial owner, what was the re Series: Amsterdam Studies in the Dutch Golden Age. Num Pages: 324 pages, 89 black and white 121 colour illustrations. BIC Classification: 1DDN; 3JD; ABC; ACQ; AFC; AGB. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 260 x 260 x 20. Weight in Grams: 1464. The Ambitions of a Wealthy Widow in a Painted Chamber by Ferdinand Bol. Series: Amsterdam Studies in the Dutch Golden Age. 297 pages, 89 black and white 121 colour illustrations. Cateogry: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational. BIC Classification: 1DDN; 3JD; ABC; ACQ; AFC; AGB. Dimension: 260 x 260 x 20. Weight: 1464.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2012
Publisher
Amsterdam University Press
Number of pages
297
Condition
New
SKU
V9789089643261
ISBN
9789089643261
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 82.50

Hardcover. Considered one of the most important religious structures of the twentieth century, the Chapel of the Rosary in Vince was regarded by Matisse himself as his great masterpiece. This illustrated volume explores the extraordinary story of the chapels creation and the challenges faced by the 77-year-old artist in realising his great vision. Num Pages: 224 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: 1DDF; ACXD; AFC; AGB; AMN. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 323 x 247 x 25. Weight in Grams: 1962.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2013
Publisher
Royal Academy of Arts United Kingdom
Edition
1st ed
Number of pages
224
Condition
New
SKU
V9781907533600
ISBN
9781907533600
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 46.99
€ 42.41

Paperback. This sourcebook demonstrates how artists can exploit the medium of acrylics. Step-by-step lessons show: how to use acrylic paint transparently, translucently or opaquely; apply watercolour and oil painting techniques with acrylics; and extend the versatility of acrylic paints. Num Pages: 144 pages, 200 colour illustrations. BIC Classification: AFC; WFA. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 279 x 210 x 13. Weight in Grams: 574.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2002
Publisher
Watson-Guptill Publications United States
Edition
Revised ed.
Number of pages
144
Condition
New
SKU
V9780823001064
ISBN
9780823001064
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 25.99
€ 18.18

Hardback. The only source in print of the key essays of a pioneer of modernist design. Num Pages: 120 pages, 25 colour illus. BIC Classification: AC; AFW; WF. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 254 x 216 x 14. Weight in Grams: 474.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2001
Publisher
Wesleyan University Press United States
Number of pages
120
Condition
New
Edition
Illustrated
SKU
V9780819564474
ISBN
9780819564474
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 31.99
€ 28.08

Paperback. Series: Dover Fine Art, History of Art. Num Pages: 160 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: 1FPJ; ACBP; AFH; AFT; AGB; AGN. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 252 x 206 x 12. Weight in Grams: 648.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2011
Publisher
Dover Publications Inc. United States
Number of pages
160
Condition
New
SKU
V9780486470504
ISBN
9780486470504
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 38.99
€ 20.85

Hardcover. Chronicles the history of this Society, recognised today as being one of the oldest and most outstanding art societies. Num Pages: 344 pages, 133 b&w, 299 col. BIC Classification: 1DBR; AFCC. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 279 x 220 x 37. Weight in Grams: 1934.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2010
Publisher
Antique Collectors' Club Ltd
Edition
First Edition
Number of pages
344
Condition
New
SKU
V9781851496440
ISBN
9781851496440
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 47.01

Paperback. Winner of the Sunday Times Top Ten Bestseller, this book is about a journey undertaken by the author that begins in the dusty city of Jingdezhen in China and travels on to Venice, Versailles, Dublin, Dresden, the Appalachian Mountains of South Carolina and the hills of Cornwall to tell the history of porcelain. Num Pages: 416 pages. BIC Classification: AFP. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 130 x 197 x 31. Weight in Grams: 386.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2016
Publisher
Vintage Publishing
Condition
New
SKU
9780099575986
ISBN
9780099575986
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 12.99
€ 11.08

Paperback. Essays explore Henri's familiarity with Irish subjects and culture prior to his first trip to Ireland, and focus on the striking portraits that he created during his Irish sojourns Num Pages: 83 color illus. BIC Classification: ACXD; AFC; AGB. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 251 x 216 x 13. Weight in Grams: 630.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2011
Publisher
The Mint Museums United States
Edition
Illustrated
Condition
New
SKU
V9780976230090
ISBN
9780976230090
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 36.99
€ 31.72

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

€ 42.99
€ 28.26

Paperback. Interweaves the creation of the Coptic textiles in the Greco-Roman city of Antinoe with their discovery by the archaeologist Albert Gayet. This book features album pages and covers illustrated in colour, along with archival photographs from Gayet's expeditions. It includes technical drawings that illustrate the weaving techniques of the Copts. Num Pages: 224 pages, 248 illus., 48 in color. BIC Classification: AFW; HDDG. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 214 x 273 x 11. Weight in Grams: 808.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2003
Publisher
University of Washington Press United States
Edition
Illustrated
Number of pages
224
Condition
New
SKU
V9780295983745
ISBN
9780295983745
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 53.34
€ 53.00

Paperback. Features more than 100 performance artists' interviews that highlight complex issues in performance art, including the role of identity in performer-audience relationships and art as an exploration of everyday conventions rather than a demonstration of virtuosity. Num Pages: 553 pages, 28 b/w photographs. BIC Classification: AFKP; AS. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 229 x 152 x 38. Weight in Grams: 517.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2001
Publisher
University of California Press United States
Edition
1st Edition
Number of pages
553
Condition
New
SKU
V9780520210226
ISBN
9780520210226
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 44.99
€ 31.88

Hardcover. Visually stunning picture book biography about modern art phenomenon Jean-Michel Basquiat, written and illustrated by Coretta Scott King Award winner Javaka Steptoe. Num Pages: 48 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: ACXJ; AFC; AGB; BGF. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 283 x 246 x 13. Weight in Grams: 538.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2016
Publisher
Little, Brown Books for Young Readers
Condition
New
SKU
V9780316213882
ISBN
9780316213882
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 20.99
€ 18.62

Paperback. Series: Dover Art Instruction. Num Pages: 224 pages, 179ill. BIC Classification: AFF; AGH; WFA. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 278 x 210 x 16. Weight in Grams: 628.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2004
Publisher
Dover Publications Inc.
Edition
Annotated edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9780486432960
ISBN
9780486432960
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 26.99
€ 25.32

Paperback. This book shows readers how to create anthropomorphic characters (animals with humanlike characteristics) that effectively convey various personalities, combining elements of people with those of furry (or feathered or scaled) animals, reptiles and mythical creatures. Num Pages: 128 pages, col. Illustrations. BIC Classification: AFF; AGZ; AKLC. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 276 x 213 x 9. Weight in Grams: 472.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2012
Publisher
F&W Publications Inc United States
Number of pages
128
Condition
New
SKU
V9781440314735
ISBN
9781440314735
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 26.99
€ 19.00

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