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soft cover. 8 1/2" x 11. Are you interested in matchsafes, breweriana, orientalia, fraternal orders, black memorabilia, Native Americans, royalty and politicians, risquS themes, sports, advertising, heraldry, gambling, and late-nineteenth and early twentieth century art forms? One medium that has captured all the above is matchsafes, presented here as a microcosm of life and art from 1840 to 1920. Nearly 2,000 matchsafes have been captured in exquisite detail in 398 color photographs by Gordon Deas. E... more information

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soft cover. 8 1/2" x 11. With over 230 brilliant color photographs, paint color charts, and precise patterns, Leah Wachter provides woodcarvers with illustrated directions necessary to create from basswood incredibly detailed small animals that are big on character. Her instructions lead woodcarvers successfully through a field mouse carving project. Woodburning and painting techniques are presented with great attention to detail. Also, information and patterns for carving an armadillo, a skunk, and a... more information

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soft cover. 8 1/2" x 11. Relive the golden age of Milwaukee motorcycling with this unique book that goes beyond the rest. Read intimate accounts from company officials, dealers, and riders of classic Harley Davidson motorcyles of the 1930s. Hundreds of period photographs from private collections and massive text trace the development of the H-D Big Twin from the sidevalve VL to the '61 and '74 models, and the legendary Knucklehead. Experience the Milwaukee motorcycle scene from the men and women who l... more information

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hard cover. 8 1/2" x 11. The 1st Air Commandos were sired by General of the Army Henry H. "Hap" Arnold and brought to life by the imagination of two men, Lieutenant Colonel Philip G. Cochran and Lieutenant Colonel John R. Alison. In gathering men of character and tenacity, these two visionaries molded a unit which had to overcome orthodox military minds, paralyzing fear, and Burma's impregnable terrain before taking the fight to the Japanese. With a focus on the might and flexibility of air ... more information

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hard cover. 8 1/2" x 11. This book, the first in a multi-volume history of German aviation, provides a comprehensive and detailed analysis of of jet aircraft design and development in Germany. The solid description, unique photo material, historical documents, numerous drawings and complete data tables - published for the first time - make this book not only a gripping story but also an indispensable reference work for anyone with an interest in the development of aviation. In August 1939 in Germany a... more information

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hard cover. 8 1/2" x 11. This volume, the second in a mulit-volume history of German aviation, discusses the life work of one of Germany's greatest aircraft designers in pictures, tables, drawings and in his own words discussing flight testing of his airplanes. Examined are the birth of Focke-Wulf's airplanes, the ideas and thinking which formed the foundation of Tank's designs, his masterpieces in the areas of long-range and high-speed flight as well as flight test results. The reader experiences the... more information

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soft cover. 8 1/2" x 11. This newly revised book presents a factual discussion of the wide variety of colorful and popular plastics housewares made between 1945 and 1960. Wonderful advertisements that announced to the world what new designs were possible with this experimental material are shown. Many color photographs of today's highly collectible plastics objects demonstrate the variety of colors and useful forms that were manufactured. Vinyl, Lucite, Melamine and Formica, to name but a few, have be... more information

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hard cover. 8 1/2" x 11. The beautiful glass art wares made by the Fenton Art Glass Company from 1970 through 1985, in Williamstown, West Virginia, are highly desirable today. Many, ranging from animal figures to vases, are displayed here in over 1,160 color photographs. Every color, form, and glass decorating motif employed by Fenton during this period is described or displayed. An informative text recounts the production history of the art ware items made during this period (including baskets, bells... more information

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hard cover. 8 1/2" x 11. Established in 1906, the Fenton Art Glass Company of Williamstown, West Virginia, has long produced glassware that fires collectors' passions. Over 900 color photographs capture the vases, pitchers, tidbit trays, candleholders, teacups, console bowls, and more, produced from 1940 to 1970. Many of these coveted items appear in print for the first time. Five years of research went into the text, providing a comprehensive listing of the art glass produced and the decorative motif... more information

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hard cover. 8 1/2" x 11. Dazzling handmade glass rarities from the Fenton Art Glass Company of Williamstown, West Virginia, are showcased, described, and illustrated in nearly 800 vibrant color photographs! These highly sought, yet rarely seen, items from 1940-1985, include experimental pieces, sales samples, and glassware made rare by brief production spans, ranging from baskets and cake plates to tankards and vases. Fenton artisans proving their skills made spectacular personal pieces collectors' tr... more information

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hard cover. 8 1/2" x 11. The most complete listing of Fenton Milk Glass available today! The beautiful white and pastel milk glass made by Fenton Art Glass from 1940-1985 is described and displayed in over 450 striking color photographs. During this period, Fenton was the preeminent manufacturer of milk glass wares. One look at this book will show you why. Superb examples in the popular Hobnail and Silver Crest patterns abound along with Block & Star, Cactus, Daisy & Button, Regency, Rose, and... more information

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soft cover. 8 1/2" x 11. This popular tour of sumptuous glass colors, decorative treatments, and forms (from baskets and bowls to sandwich trays and vases) produced by the famous Fenton Arts Company is back in a new edition, complete with new values for collectors. More than 840 color images provide a visual feast of the company's popular products, plus rare, unlisted, and experimental items. A brief history of the West Virginia company, listings of factory ware and mold numbers, a chronicle of the va... more information

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hard cover. 8 1/2" x 11. Over 1000 dazzling color images display the beauty and elegance in glassware produced by the Fenton Art Glass Company from 1985 to today. These highly collectible and much sought after wares are from Fenton's General, Connoisseur, and Special Series lines. Along with Christmas and Easter items, here are the popular animals, baskets, bells, bud vases, candy dishes, clocks, fairy lights, lamps, ringholders, trinket boxes, vases, and more in treatments ranging from Carnival to Sh... more information

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hard cover. 8 1/2" x 11. Finally, here is a comprehensive guide to the Fenton art glass produced as special order items from the 1940s to 1980. Until now, few have been aware of the activities of Fenton's Special Orders Division. Over 840 striking color photos display these gorgeous glasswares produced for well known marketing companies, including L.G. Wright; Abels, Wasserberg & Co.; Macy's*TM; DeVilbiss Manufacturing Co.*TM; and Sherwin-Williams*TM. The wide ranging text includes histories of th... more information

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hard cover. 8 1/2" x 11. Displayed in 900 beautiful color images are the Fenton Art Glass special order items produced from 1980 to today, ranging from baskets and chop plates to rose bowls and vases. These dazzling, much-coveted items were made-to-order for various companies, collectors' clubs, and individual customers. The company orders from Aladdin*TM, Anheuser-Busch*TM, Lenox*TM, and QVC*TM are featured. The text includes brief histories of the ordering companies, clubs, and individuals, Fenton l... more information

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hard cover. 8 1/2" x 11. The most complete listing of Fenton Milk Glass is now revised and expanded. The beautiful white and pastel Milk Glass made by Fenton Art Glass from 1940-1985 is described and displayed in over 470 striking color photographs. During this period, Fenton was the preeminent manufacturer of Milk Glass wares. One look at this book will show you why. Superb examples in the popular Hobnail and Silver Crest patterns abound along with Block & Star, Cactus, Daisey & Button, Regen... more information

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soft cover. 8 1/2" x 11. This extensive and easy-to-use guide allows readers quick access to vital information on all of Fenton's art glass types and values. Thousands of listings and over 390 beautiful color images illustrate the vast range of art glass produced by the Fenton Art Glass Company since it opened for business in 1905. Included are Fenton's Burmese, Carnival, Crests, Silver Crest, Hobnail, Milk Glass and Pastel Milk Glass, Opalescent, Opaque, Overlay, Satin, and Transparent styles, as wel... more information

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hard cover. 8 1/2" x 11. Join this journey to the flea markets of Paris, the brocantes of Brittany, and into the heart of the city of Quimper, to see hundreds of examples of this distinctive and beautiful French pottery, some of it quite unique and rare. Learn about the history, art, and spirit of the Breton people, as reflected on the pottery from Quimper. Meet merchants, faencerie personnel, and museum directors whose history in Quimper goes back for generations. More than 800 photographs bring an i... more information

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soft cover. 9" x 12. Today's nose art has become the rule and not the exception throughout the bomber and tanker fores of Strategic Air Command, and although Tactical Air Command frowns on non-standard markings of any sort, several TAC gained Air National Guard units have artwork on their aircraft. Tradition plays a large part in modem nose art. As shown in Randy Walkers' new book cartoons and sexy ladies have returned. Names like "Memphis Belle", "Chow Hound" and "Maid in the... more information

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soft cover. 9" x 12. Additional nose art and unusual markings as seen on today's B-52s, B-1Bs , FB-111s, F-16s, F-4s, and many others, including Desert Storm markings. over 700 color photographs ... more information

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