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125 Tips & Tricks for Woodworking

by James Parker ...

Starting in a woodworking either as hobby or as profesional can seems a difficult and hard task. From specialized woodworking tools to the identification and understanding of different wood types, there is a lot to know that even veterans are still developing their craft.But learning and experimentation is what carpentry is about.Here in this book you will Find 125 Tips and tricks for woodworking ... Read more

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Starting in a woodworking either as hobby or as profesional can seems a difficult and hard task. From specialized woodworking tools to the identification and understanding of different wood types, there is a lot to know that even veterans are still developing their craft.But learning and experimentation is what carpentry is about.Here in this book you will Find 125 Tips and tricks for woodworking
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Style Your Modern Vintage Home

A Guide to Buying, Restoring and Styling from the 1920s to 1990s

by Kate Beavis ...

A comprehensive, photo-filled guide to giving your home a distinctive retro look down to the last detail.Style Your Modern Vintage Home is an inspirational book for all vintage enthusiasts. It encompasses everything vintage lovers want in one place: every vintage decade and every practical tip for buying, styling, and restoring your vintage homewares to achieve your perfectly styled home. With ... Read more

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A comprehensive, photo-filled guide to giving your home a distinctive retro look down to the last detail.Style Your Modern Vintage Home is an inspirational book for all vintage enthusiasts. It encompasses everything vintage lovers want in one place: every vintage decade and every practical tip for buying, styling, and restoring your vintage homewares to achieve your perfectly styled home. With
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The Material Culture of German Texans

by Kenneth Hafertepe ...

Winner, 2019 San Antonio Conservation Society Foundation Book Award, sponsored by the San Antonio Conservation Society FoundationGerman immigrants of the nineteenth century left a distinctive mark on the lifestyles and vernacular architecture of Texas. In this first comprehensive survey of the art and artifacts of German Texans, Kenneth Hafertepe explores how their material culture was influenced ... Read more

$7.82 USD

Winner, 2019 San Antonio Conservation Society Foundation Book Award, sponsored by the San Antonio Conservation Society FoundationGerman immigrants of the nineteenth century left a distinctive mark on the lifestyles and vernacular architecture of Texas. In this first comprehensive survey of the art and artifacts of German Texans, Kenneth Hafertepe explores how their material culture was influenced
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House Keeping Pest Control

by Kanchan Kabra ...

House Keeping Pest Controlby Kanchan KabraPest control is a very important area of house keeping, it is very tricky and difficult some times but with simple tips in mind we can make it to be easy to handle and hassle free. This book if kept handy will help you to do so. ... Read more

$2.69 USD

House Keeping Pest Controlby Kanchan KabraPest control is a very important area of house keeping, it is very tricky and difficult some times but with simple tips in mind we can make it to be easy to handle and hassle free. This book if kept handy will help you to do so.
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Things Thai

Antiques, Crafts, Collectibles

by Tanistha Dansilp ...

Things Thai presents over 60 different items from Thailand along with extensive cultural and historical background information.Each is a collectible in its own right, and has some cultural relevance or a story to tell. Each object, be it a work of art, an emblem or something more everyday, represents an aspect of Thai life. Some items are devotional objects inspired by Theravada Buddhism, others ... Read more

$10.43 USD

Things Thai presents over 60 different items from Thailand along with extensive cultural and historical background information.Each is a collectible in its own right, and has some cultural relevance or a story to tell. Each object, be it a work of art, an emblem or something more everyday, represents an aspect of Thai life. Some items are devotional objects inspired by Theravada Buddhism, others
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Ornamented Tray

Two Centuries of Ornamented Trays (1720-1920)

by W.D. John ...

This authoritative and definitive work contains the first formal history of antique trays every published. Each of its six chapters is written by a different authority. They discuss:Lace-Edge PaintingThe "Chippendale" StyleTrays Ornamented with Gold LeafThe Freehand Bronze TechniquesStenciled TraysThe Country Painted TrayThe book is lavishly illustrated with more than 500 photographs, seven of ... Read more

$7.28 USD

This authoritative and definitive work contains the first formal history of antique trays every published. Each of its six chapters is written by a different authority. They discuss:Lace-Edge PaintingThe "Chippendale" StyleTrays Ornamented with Gold LeafThe Freehand Bronze TechniquesStenciled TraysThe Country Painted TrayThe book is lavishly illustrated with more than 500 photographs, seven of
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Messengers In Time

by Glenn P Wood ...

This book tells the stories of several antique boxes that, like the author, were born in foreign places and have spent long lives traveling through time and space.We hear from the ghosts of their original owners, long dead, and also the voices of the boxes still alive, refreshed from careful restoration and living in America."Messengers In Time: Tales of Antique Treasures and their Journeys ... Read more

$5.39 USD

This book tells the stories of several antique boxes that, like the author, were born in foreign places and have spent long lives traveling through time and space.We hear from the ghosts of their original owners, long dead, and also the voices of the boxes still alive, refreshed from careful restoration and living in America."Messengers In Time: Tales of Antique Treasures and their Journeys
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Antique Trader Furniture Price Guide

by Kyle Husfloen ...

Series series Antique Trader
Antique Trader Furniture Price Guide examines all major styles of American and European furniture from the seventeenth century through the mid-twentieth century via a review of beds, benches, cradles, sofas, armories, and more, complete with furniture dating chart, price guide, and more than one thousand color photos. ... Read more

$7.99 USD

Antique Trader Furniture Price Guide examines all major styles of American and European furniture from the seventeenth century through the mid-twentieth century via a review of beds, benches, cradles, sofas, armories, and more, complete with furniture dating chart, price guide, and more than one thousand color photos.
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Antiques on the Cheap

A Savvy Dealer's Tips: Buying, Restoring, Selling

by James W. McKenzie ...

Get the inside scoop on every aspect of antiquing - buying, cleaning, repairing, embellishing, refinishing, restoring, and selling. You'll find expert advice for getting great deals at auctions, flea markets, and shops, and you'll learn how to spot items that can be repaired to increase their value. Advice for selling antiques at flea markets, on consignment, and in shops is included. ... Read more

$11.99 USD

Get the inside scoop on every aspect of antiquing - buying, cleaning, repairing, embellishing, refinishing, restoring, and selling. You'll find expert advice for getting great deals at auctions, flea markets, and shops, and you'll learn how to spot items that can be repaired to increase their value. Advice for selling antiques at flea markets, on consignment, and in shops is included.
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Sawdust in Your Pockets

A History of the North Carolina Furniture Industry

by Eric Medlin ...

During the twentieth century, three industries—tobacco, textiles, and furniture—dominated the economy of North Carolina. The first two are well known and documented, being the subject of numerous books, movies, and articles. In contrast, the furniture industry has been mostly ignored by historians, although, at its height, it was nearly as large and influential as these other two concerns. ... Read more

$28.34 USD

During the twentieth century, three industries—tobacco, textiles, and furniture—dominated the economy of North Carolina. The first two are well known and documented, being the subject of numerous books, movies, and articles. In contrast, the furniture industry has been mostly ignored by historians, although, at its height, it was nearly as large and influential as these other two concerns.
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Charleston Furniture 1700 - 1825

by E. Milby Burton ...

This vintage volume contains a classic study of Charleston furniture. With over one hundred and forty authentic photographs, this guide catalogues the famous designs of some of the most sought-after furniture in North America. Contents include: “Sources of Furniture”, “English Importations”, “American Importations”, “Other Importations”, “Negro Cabinet-Makers”, “Kinds of Furniture used in ... Read more

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This vintage volume contains a classic study of Charleston furniture. With over one hundred and forty authentic photographs, this guide catalogues the famous designs of some of the most sought-after furniture in North America. Contents include: “Sources of Furniture”, “English Importations”, “American Importations”, “Other Importations”, “Negro Cabinet-Makers”, “Kinds of Furniture used in
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An Introduction to French Furniture of the 17th and 18th Century - Including Chapters on Louis Quatorze, Louis Quinze and the Regency

by Frederick Litchfield ...

This text contains a detailed introduction to French furniture, popular in the seventeenth and eighteenth centuries. A fascinating treatise, detailing some of the most beautiful and ornate furniture ever produced, this antique book will be of considerable value to collectors of furniture literature and those with an interest in the breath-taking endeavours of France's artisan furniture makers. ... Read more

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This text contains a detailed introduction to French furniture, popular in the seventeenth and eighteenth centuries. A fascinating treatise, detailing some of the most beautiful and ornate furniture ever produced, this antique book will be of considerable value to collectors of furniture literature and those with an interest in the breath-taking endeavours of France's artisan furniture makers.
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The Story of Western Furniture

by Phyllis Bennett Oates ...

As well as fulfilling a functional need, furniture has always been an index of status. From the throne of Tutankhamen or the bed of State of Louis XIV to the austere Shaker chest or the Charles Eames chair and later modern pieces from Europe, the Far East and the United States, the style of each piece tells much about the outlook of the makers and the needs and skills of the time.This absorbing ... Read more

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As well as fulfilling a functional need, furniture has always been an index of status. From the throne of Tutankhamen or the bed of State of Louis XIV to the austere Shaker chest or the Charles Eames chair and later modern pieces from Europe, the Far East and the United States, the style of each piece tells much about the outlook of the makers and the needs and skills of the time.This absorbing
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American Furniture

1650 to the Present

by Oscar P. Fitzgerald ...

Drawing on the latest scholarship, this comprehensive, lavishly illustrated survey tells the story of the evolution of American furniture from the 17th century to the present. Not viewed in isolation, furniture is placed in its broader cultural, historic, and aesthetic context. The focus is not only on the urban masterpieces of 18th century William and Mary, Queen Anne, Chippendale, and Federal ... Read more

$127.61 USD

Drawing on the latest scholarship, this comprehensive, lavishly illustrated survey tells the story of the evolution of American furniture from the 17th century to the present. Not viewed in isolation, furniture is placed in its broader cultural, historic, and aesthetic context. The focus is not only on the urban masterpieces of 18th century William and Mary, Queen Anne, Chippendale, and Federal
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Come Collect with Me: Musings on Collecting and American Antiques

by Baron Perlman ...

A mainstream collector's voice, a psychologist's eye on collecting and collectors, a university teacher's questioning, and an approachable style. Put those together and you have a recipe for a winning book, which contains exercises on style and connoisseurship with photographs of antiques from Perlman's collection that he analyzes, including the compromises made in their purchase. A collector ... Read more

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A mainstream collector's voice, a psychologist's eye on collecting and collectors, a university teacher's questioning, and an approachable style. Put those together and you have a recipe for a winning book, which contains exercises on style and connoisseurship with photographs of antiques from Perlman's collection that he analyzes, including the compromises made in their purchase. A collector
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China Living

by Sharon Leece ...

Gain insight into the world's hyper-modern design paradise with this stunning Chinese interior design book.In this rapidly-changing nation, the pioneering spirit of a new China manifests itself in cutting-edge design and architecture. An insatiable appetite for creative new directions is leading interior designers to infuse their work with a fresh vision rooted in Chinese culture but totally of ... Read more

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Gain insight into the world's hyper-modern design paradise with this stunning Chinese interior design book.In this rapidly-changing nation, the pioneering spirit of a new China manifests itself in cutting-edge design and architecture. An insatiable appetite for creative new directions is leading interior designers to infuse their work with a fresh vision rooted in Chinese culture but totally of
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Tarihi Süreçte Oturma Birimi

(Yavuz Irmak Tasarımları)

by Yavuz Irmak ...

Bu kitabın içeriği, 1970 yılında başlayan yükseköğrenim sürecimle birlikte şekillenen ve günümüze kadar uzanan mesleki deneyimlerim doğrultusunda gelişen tasarım serüvenimin bir anlatımıdır. Her biri bir sonrakinin adeta provası niteliğinde olan tasarımlarımın; teknik, sosyal ve üretim eksenli aşamalardan geçerek nasıl var olduklarını, kendi bağlamları içinde aktarmayı amaçlamaktadır. Eğitmenlik ... Read more

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Bu kitabın içeriği, 1970 yılında başlayan yükseköğrenim sürecimle birlikte şekillenen ve günümüze kadar uzanan mesleki deneyimlerim doğrultusunda gelişen tasarım serüvenimin bir anlatımıdır. Her biri bir sonrakinin adeta provası niteliğinde olan tasarımlarımın; teknik, sosyal ve üretim eksenli aşamalardan geçerek nasıl var olduklarını, kendi bağlamları içinde aktarmayı amaçlamaktadır. Eğitmenlik
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Making Authentic Pennsylvania Dutch Furniture

With Measured Drawings

by John G. Shea ...

Series series Dover Crafts: Woodworking
Richly illustrated guide to the design, construction, painting, and decoration of a host of distinctive pieces — candle stands to four-posters. Includes designs for 24 popular hex signs and measured drawings for building 50 representative pieces: chairs, tables, desks, and many more. 250 illustrations. Bibliography. ... Read more

$11.15 USD

Richly illustrated guide to the design, construction, painting, and decoration of a host of distinctive pieces — candle stands to four-posters. Includes designs for 24 popular hex signs and measured drawings for building 50 representative pieces: chairs, tables, desks, and many more. 250 illustrations. Bibliography.
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Shaker Furniture

by Edward D. and Faith Andrews ...

48 sharp photos show side chairs, long benches, rocking chairs, chests, cupboards, much more. Exact measurements given for each piece to aid in identification, reconstruction, restoration. Also—highly readable commentary on sect’s cultural background. ... Read more

$16.19 USD

48 sharp photos show side chairs, long benches, rocking chairs, chests, cupboards, much more. Exact measurements given for each piece to aid in identification, reconstruction, restoration. Also—highly readable commentary on sect’s cultural background.
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Neo-Classical Furniture Designs

A Reprint of Thomas King's "Modern Style of Cabinet Work Exemplified," 1829

by Thomas King ...

Influential guide displays over 300 Grecian designs: fire screens, sofas, couches, chairs, footstools, commodes, sideboards, washstands, bedsteads,and many other items. ... Read more

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Influential guide displays over 300 Grecian designs: fire screens, sofas, couches, chairs, footstools, commodes, sideboards, washstands, bedsteads,and many other items.
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Making Authentic Shaker Furniture

With Measured Drawings of Museum Classics

by John G. Shea ...

Series series Dover Crafts: Woodworking
This splendid book describes and illustrates in detail how the Shakers designed, built, and finished their furniture and household articles. With its detailed text as well as over 250 photographs and measured drawings for over 80 classic pieces, it offers woodworkers and furniture enthusiasts a practical guide to the essentials of replicating a broad range of designs long admired for their sturdy ... Read more

$12.32 USD

This splendid book describes and illustrates in detail how the Shakers designed, built, and finished their furniture and household articles. With its detailed text as well as over 250 photographs and measured drawings for over 80 classic pieces, it offers woodworkers and furniture enthusiasts a practical guide to the essentials of replicating a broad range of designs long admired for their sturdy
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Texas Furniture, Volume Two

The Cabinetmakers and Their Work, 1840–1880

by Lonn Taylor, David B. Warren ...

Series series Focus on American History Series
The art of furniture making flourished in Texas during the mid-nineteenth century. To document this rich heritage of locally made furniture, Miss Ima Hogg, the well-known philanthropist and collector of American decorative arts, enlisted Lonn Taylor and David B. Warren to research early Texas furniture and its makers. After more than a decade of investigation, they published Texas Furniture in ... Read more

$42.11 USD

The art of furniture making flourished in Texas during the mid-nineteenth century. To document this rich heritage of locally made furniture, Miss Ima Hogg, the well-known philanthropist and collector of American decorative arts, enlisted Lonn Taylor and David B. Warren to research early Texas furniture and its makers. After more than a decade of investigation, they published Texas Furniture in
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Soul of the Home

Designing with Antiques

by Tara Shaw ...

Past meets present in this stylish guide to decorating modern homes with heirlooms and antiques.Designer and antiques dealer Tara Shaw is a respected supplier of French and European antiques for a host of AD100 and Elle Decor A-listers, including Bobby McAlpine, Mary McDonald, and Bunny Williams. In her first book, she helps readers understand how to select the best antiques and how to use them in ... Read more

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Past meets present in this stylish guide to decorating modern homes with heirlooms and antiques.Designer and antiques dealer Tara Shaw is a respected supplier of French and European antiques for a host of AD100 and Elle Decor A-listers, including Bobby McAlpine, Mary McDonald, and Bunny Williams. In her first book, she helps readers understand how to select the best antiques and how to use them in
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Restauro Mobili Antichi

Tecniche per Restaurare il Legno e Vecchi Mobili

by Testi Creativi ...

Un manuale completo sul restauro di mobili antichiIl restauro di mobili antichi in legno richiede metodo, conoscenze tecniche e attenzione ai dettagli. Questo manuale è progettato per guidarti passo dopo passo, offrendo una visione chiara e strutturata di tutte le fasi del lavoro, dalla valutazione iniziale fino alla rifinitura finale. Un approccio pratico e concreto, pensato per chi desidera ... Read more

$6.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

Un manuale completo sul restauro di mobili antichiIl restauro di mobili antichi in legno richiede metodo, conoscenze tecniche e attenzione ai dettagli. Questo manuale è progettato per guidarti passo dopo passo, offrendo una visione chiara e strutturata di tutte le fasi del lavoro, dalla valutazione iniziale fino alla rifinitura finale. Un approccio pratico e concreto, pensato per chi desidera
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