Author: Carol McNeillPublisher: Amberley Publishing Limited
ISBN: 1445651572
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
Languages : en
Pages : 161
Book Description
Carol McNeill explores the fascinating history of Kirkcaldy's potteries.
Collecting Antique Marbles
Author: Paul BaumannPublisher: Penguin
ISBN: 1440225230
Category : Antiques & Collectibles
Languages : en
Pages : 327
Book Description
Marbles evoke memories of childhood and simpler times; perhaps this is why they are collected with such enthusiasm! Marble fans won't want to go without this fantastic reference, which has been the standard collecting guide since its first publication nearly 35 years ago. Collecting Antique Marbles not only provides up-to-date pricing information, it provides collecting tips and advice on the hobby every collector should know. This long-awaited 4th edition provides a full-color look at the rarest and most collectible marbles in the world, aiding in identification and giving marble enthusiasts an eyeful of what's out there. A history of marble types and manufacturers is included in the book, as well as important information on spotting fakes and reproductions. A new chapter on Carpet Bowls joins updated chapters on German Swirls, Onionskins, Clambroths and Indians; Lutz; Sulphides and End-of-Day; Transition and Machine-Made, and many more.
Author: Patrick McVeigh
Author: The Glasgow Pottery of John And Matthew Perston Bell
Author: Henry E KellyPublisher: Henry E Kelly
ISBN:
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
Languages : en
Pages : 170
Book Description
The complete history of the famous Bells brothers from Glasgow, Scotland, who founded J & M P Bell pottery in Townhead of Glasgow in 1841. They produced extensive ranges of earthenware pottery, china etc throughout their existence. Also known as "The Glasgow Pottery", the J&MP Bell company is the most prolific Scottish pottery ever to have existed. This book, self-published by Henry E Kelly, provides the full history of the pottery and the men behind it. It is extensively illustrated by photographs taken by Douglas A Leishman, who has dedicated a large part of his life to photographing thousands of Scottish pottery pieces.
Author: Llewellynn Frederick William Jewitt
Author: Llewellynn Frederick W. Jewitt
Author: Llewellynn Frederick William Jewitt
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