by JudithMiller (Author)
This is the super-sleuth's guide to spotting, buying and collecting antiques. Looking to discover a valuable treasure or nab a bootsale bargain? Antiques and Collectables expert Judith Miller shows you how to solve any collecting case. Find out how to tell a genuine piece from a fake. Spot signs that indicate an object has been restored. Discover makers and styles to look out for, and whether an object should be kept, or not. It includes expert advice on makers, questions to ask, tips for identifying the best examples in furniture, ceramics, glass, silver, dolls, teddy bears, textiles and more. With hundreds of photographs that reveal every detail of each piece, you'll soon know how to crack any antiques case. It also includes over 30,000 colour photos, descriptions and price guides.
Format: Hardcover
Pages: 240
Edition: 01
Publisher: Dorling Kindersley
Published: 07 Jun 2007
ISBN 10: 1405318074
ISBN 13: 9781405318075