Posted in Antiques and Collectibles (Sunday, September 7, 2008)
Written by MAGGIE PHILO. By MURDOCH BOOKS.
Sells new for $9.95.
There are some available for $0.49.
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1 comments about DECORATIVE PAINTED FURNITURE (DECORATIVE ARTS S.).
- You don't have to be an artist--satisfy your creative urges with this book. It isn't necessary to paint portraits or landscapes. Simple gometric shapes or "coloring book" figures (ladybug, tulip, heart) are easy and fun. Ordinary furniture or small wooden objects (treasure chest, stepstool) become charming parts of your own home, or special gifts. Make a mistake? Choose the wrong color? Paint over it! Have fun and get started!
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Posted in Antiques and Collectibles (Sunday, September 7, 2008)
Written by Mark Aldbrook and Charles Hemming. By Lund Humphries.
Sells new for $92.84.
There are some available for $50.00.
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No comments about The Folding Screen.
Posted in Antiques and Collectibles (Sunday, September 7, 2008)
Written by Kevin Bonner. By Sterling.
The regular list price is $10.95.
Sells new for $3.25.
There are some available for $5.10.
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3 comments about Furniture Restoration: Practical Crafts Series.
- I couldn't believe some of the reviews I had read about this book, so I bought a cheap used copy to see if what I had read was true. It was and more. The use of the term Restoration in the title is a laughable misuse of the word. Renovation maybe, but if you are looking for Furniture Restoration - find another book.
Autobody putty for filling damage, painting hardware that has worn plating - these are all fine ideas for furniture without value, but not for antiques. If you are looking to repair furniture from a thrift shop for daily use, fine get this book. But do NOT use this as a guide for restoration of antique or fine furniture. Damaged antique furniture will be more valuable as they are than repaired with some of the techniques described in this book.
- Much of the content of this title is spoilt by a very heavy reliance on materials such as "car body filler", which should have almost nothing to do with restoration other than for motor vehicles! It seems to me that those involved with it's writing/publication must have shares in manufacturers of same, (or am I just going too far there?!) The diagrams are excellent, clear and direct, but I do shudder at some of the advice and content. Where has the soul gone in restoration if our first turn is to a synthetic filler rather that a sympathetic, honest to goodness timber repair/restoration.
- This book is good for the beginner and the more experienced restorer. The pictures are excellent and helpful. Easy to read and understand.
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Posted in Antiques and Collectibles (Sunday, September 7, 2008)
Written by Marjorie K. Albers. By Iowa State Press.
There are some available for $5.79.
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No comments about The Amana People and Their Furniture.
Posted in Antiques and Collectibles (Sunday, September 7, 2008)
Written by Lanto Synge. By Bulfinch Press Book.
There are some available for $45.16.
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No comments about Mallett's Great English Furniture.
Posted in Antiques and Collectibles (Sunday, September 7, 2008)
Written by Howard Krug. By Natural Heritage Books.
There are some available for $14.95.
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No comments about Century of Excellence.
Posted in Antiques and Collectibles (Sunday, September 7, 2008)
Written by Carlos Pons. By Ediciones del Serbal.
Sells new for $24.15.
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No comments about El Mueble y Su Restauracion.
Posted in Antiques and Collectibles (Sunday, September 7, 2008)
Written by Kari M. Main. By Yale Univ Art Gallery.
There are some available for $18.15.
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No comments about Please Be Seated: Contemporary Studio Seating Furniture.
Posted in Antiques and Collectibles (Sunday, September 7, 2008)
Written by Edith Mannoni. By Ch.Massin.
The regular list price is $23.25.
Sells new for $38.19.
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No comments about Mobilier Provencal.
Posted in Antiques and Collectibles (Sunday, September 7, 2008)
Written by TONY CURTIS. By STUDIO EDNS..
There are some available for $6.32.
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No comments about DISCOVERING FURNITURE (COLLECTING FOR PLEASURE S.).
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