ANTIQUES & COLLECTIBLES / Textiles & Costume Books

USA: Tuttle Publishing,US, 2007 Brand New BookFeaturing textiles from the personal collection of gallery owner Rudolf G Smend, historic photographs from the Hans van der Kamp Collection, and the text from academic Isa Fleischmann-Heck, this work is useful for collectors and lovers of the "golden period" of Java. . Paperback. New. ... more information

Offered by Chapterhouse Books Online (North Yorkshire, United Kingdom) +/-

Schiffer Pub Ltd, 1996 Hard Cover. Very Good/Very Good. ... more information

Offered by Margie Limbach, Bookseller (Florida, United States) +/-

hard cover. 11" x 81/2. Chintz ceramics were introduced in the late 19th century, and rose to great heights of popularity in the first half of the 20th century as they were exported around the world. This classic work, now in its third edition, is better than ever for dealers and collectors. The brilliant floral bouquets adorning chintz ceramics are displayed in nearly 500 gorgeous color photographs. The major English chintz manufacturers, Royal Winton, James Kent, Lord Nelson, Shelley, Crown Ducal, a... more information

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Atglen, Pennsylvania, U.S.A.: Schiffer Pub Ltd, 2000 **NEW** Chintz ceramics were introduced in the late 19th century, and rose to great heights of popularity in the first half of the 20th century as they were exported around the world. This classic work, now in its third edition, is better than ever for dealers and collectors. The brilliant floral bouquets adorning chintz ceramics are displayed in nearly 500 gorgeous color photographs. The major English chintz manufacturers, Royal Winton, James Kent, Lord ... more information

Offered by Crunruh Books (Illinois, United States) +/-

Atglen, PA, U.S.A.: Schiffer Publishing, Limited, 2000. 160 pages, well illustrated with over 400 full colour photographs, showing over 100 patterns of chintz china. Chintz (floral) ceramics were introduced in the late nineteenth century and rose to great heights of popularity in the first half of the twentieth century. The major English chintz manufacturers - Royal Winton, James Kent, Lord Nelson, Shelley, Crown Ducal and Empire - are discussed and many examples of their wares illustrated. Lesser known mak... more information

Offered by Trinder's Fine Tools (United Kingdom) +/-

Texas Tech University Press : Texas, 1985. Paperback. Fine condition, new. A detailed history of women's clothing in 19th century Texas.... more information

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London: Aurum Press, 1998. A splendid guide to the collecting of vintage clothing & accessories, hundreds of items are illustarted & described, advice on what to look for and collect, illustarted, this book is in very good condition, 191pp, the book is in very good condition, the dust jacket is price clipped otherwise good.. Hard Cover. Very Good/Good. 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall. Ex-Library. ... more information

Offered by Pooka Books (Washington, United States) +/-

Aurum Press, 1998 More and more people are discovering an interest in collecting vintage clothes, the costumes and accessories worn by our parents and grandparents. Not only are past fashions an intrinsic part of out social history, but many of the garments are also eminently wearable, either as striking party pieces or as authentic retro additions to a contemporary wardrobe. As second hand costumes become an increasingly common feature of antique fairs and flea markets, and as specialist shops open, there ... more information

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New York: Rizzoli, 1987 325 pages. A lavishly illustrated look at the life and creative processes of the founder of the "New Look". The book is virtually as new in dust jacket.. First U. S. Edition. Hardcover. Collectible-Fine/Fine. 4to - over 9¾" - 12" tall. Black Cloth Covered Boards. ... more information

Offered by Bertram & Williams, Books and Fine Art (Virginia, United States) +/-

Hobby House Press. 1997. Fine condition.1st ed edition. Americas, Australia & Pacific Islands. Pictorial card wraps. Colour photos. ... more information

Offered by Stella & Rose's Books (United Kingdom) +/-

soft cover. 8 1/2" x 11. This is the first book to present a complete look at women's fashion buckles. Belt buckles and clasps in four categories: glass, metal, plastic, and natural materials, plus shoe buckles and rare and unusual pieces are displayed in over one thousand color photographs, each captioned with a complete description, size, and price guide. A selected time line on manufacturing techniques and buckle history from about 1820 to 1960 as well as basic cleaning and repair techniques of buc... more information

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hard cover . 8 1/2" x 11. This gorgeous work takes a sentimental journey through 100 years of fashion accessories that have added individuality to each "new look." Hundreds of hats, shoes, gloves, scarves, jewelry, handbags, and more are presented in a decade-by-decade progression of fashion styles. The 478 glorious color photographs, original drawings, and extensive text bring the century to life-for "what" people wore reflects the tenor of the times that tells us "why!"... more information

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Atglen, Pennsylvania, U.S.A.: Schiffer Pub Ltd, 1997 **NEW** This is the first book to present a complete look at women's fashion buckles. Belt buckles and clasps in four categories: glass, metal, plastic, and natural materials, plus shoe buckles and rare and unusual pieces are displayed in over one thousand color photographs, each captioned with a complete description, size, and price guide. A selected time line on manufacturing techniques and buckle history from about 1820 to 1960 as well as basic cleanin... more information

Offered by Crunruh Books (Illinois, United States) +/-

Dover Publications, 2004. Trade Paperback. Very Good. Very good copy with a hint of shelfwear. ... more information

Offered by Bananafish Books (Pennsylvania, United States) +/-

soft cover. 11" x 8 1/2. We often think of the 1940s as a decade filled with drab tones of grey and black reflecting a period of war and post-war rebuilding. To our surprise, fabrics of the decade jump off the pages of Forties Fabrics with vibrant colors in florals, stripes, checks and plaids. The early part of the decade saw a profusion of designs shown primarily in patriotic colors of red, white, and blue, many of them in patterns of stars and stripes, navy and airplane themes. Trends in the later y... more information

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Atglen, Pennsylvania, U.S.A.: Schiffer Pub Ltd, 1997 **NEW** We often think of the 1940s as a decade filled with drab tones of grey and black reflecting a period of war and post-war rebuilding. To our surprise, fabrics of the decade jump off the pages of Forties Fabrics with vibrant colors in florals, stripes, checks and plaids. The early part of the decade saw a profusion of designs shown primarily in patriotic colors of red, white, and blue, many of them in patterns of stars and stripes, navy and airplane... more information

Offered by Crunruh Books (Illinois, United States) +/-

2005 . Trestain, Eileen Jahnke. DATING FABRICS 2: A COLOR GUIDE 1950-2000. Paducah, KY: American Quilter's Society, c2005. 207pp, color photos, biblio. Lg 8vo. New hardcover copy with internal spiral binding $25.95 ... more information

Offered by Columbia Books, Inc. ABAA/ILAB (Missouri, United States) +/-

soft cover. 8 1/2" x 11. Finally, a guide to vintage chenille for the collector and designer. This book takes you on a rich visual tour of vintage chenille bedspreads manufactured from the 1920s through the early 1970s. Hundreds of these beautiful tufted spreads are shown as well as novelty items and clothing. Detail shots highlight manufacturing techniques and trace the change from handmade to machine manufacture. A price guide is included in the captions. An introduction acquaints readers with the w... more information

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Atglen, Pennsylvania, U.S.A.: Schiffer Publishing, Limited, 2002 **NEW** Finally, a guide to vintage chenille for the collector and designer. This book takes you on a rich visual tour of vintage chenille bedspreads manufactured from the 1920s through the early 1970s. Hundreds of these beautiful tufted spreads are shown as well as novelty items and clothing. Detail shots highlight manufacturing techniques and trace the change from handmade to machine manufacture. A price guide is included in the captions. An... more information

Offered by Crunruh Books (Illinois, United States) +/-

soft cover. 8 1/2" x 11. Handkerchiefs are the perfect collectible: they are inexpensive, useful, decorative, fun, and easy to pack in a suitcase! Whether a souvenir of a memorable occasion or a memento from a loved one, this author shows that all are worth preserving. This book is absolutely charming. Organized by theme, hundreds of handkerchiefs are shown in over 300 color photographs representing over 30 states, major cities, popular tourist destinations, and many continents. Examples date from the... more information

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