Miller's Antiques Encyclopedia

Miller's Antiques Encyclopedia
Judith Miller (Author)

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Antiques & Collectibles

A new edition of the bible of the antiques world - the most accessible, authoritative and trusted antiques reference book available. This new edition reflects changes in the antiques market since 2008. Clearly and logically organized by period and a type, it is packed with practical and useful information and hundreds of photographs. It explains materials, marks and techniques; provides clues to identification and dating; and offers hints on what to consider when examining antiques. The huge breadth of material covers everything from 18th century chairs to 20th century Barbie dolls, Art Deco sculpture to ancient Chinese ceramics, and toy robots to the ever popular Mid-Century Modern. Indispensable to industry professionals and collectors, it is also accessible to beginners and a useful resource for eBay users.

First published in 1998, Miller's Antiques Encyclopedia has gone to sell more than 130,000 copies and remains an invaluable aid to collecting.

• Rank: #690478 in Books
• Published on: 2013-08-06
• Released on: 2013-08-06
• Original language: English
• Number of items: 1
• Binding: Hardcover

Description #1 by ValoreBooks.com:

Miller's Antiques Encyclopedia Reference Edition, ISBN-13: 9781845331504, ISBN-10: 1845331508

Description #2 by Barnes & Noble:

Categories: Collectibles, Antiques->Encyclopedias. Contributors: Judith Miller - Author. Format: Hardcover

Description #3 by Overstock.com:

Compiled by an international team of over 40 distinguished consultants and writers, Millers Antiques Encyclopedia is the bible of the antiques world. No other book covers the subject with unmatched breadth, depth, and authority: it explains materials, marks, and techniques; provides clues to identification and dating; and offers hints on what to consider when examining antiques. Thats why contemporary collectors, dealers, and auctioneers continue to need this outstanding and accessible resource on everything from ancient Chinese ceramics to Art Deco sculpture, 18th century chairs to 20th century Barbie dolls, and Native American rugs to toy robots. It showcases examples from across the world, giving an international perspective on antiques and the history of design. And new sections on Mid-Century Modern and Postmodern work make this the must-have, expert-authenticated guide to the subject.