Antiques, vintage and collectables

In the early 14th century, a new weapon entered the arsenals of European armies.

In The Book Unbound, scholars and editors examine how best to use new technological tools and new methodologies with artefacts of medieval literature and culture.

Art is an asset of passion, as author Ramsay H.

This historic reference work for British coins is still the only catalogue to feature every major coin type from Celtic to the present day, arranged in chronological order and divided into metals under each reign, then into coinages, denominations and varieties.

From the 'soft modernism' of Scandinavian furniture to the sleek, clean lines of the lighting created by the Castiglioni brothers in Italy, Judith Miller's Mid-Century Modern reveals the glory of one of the most exciting periods of design history: the late 1940s to the 1970s.

During the Cold War, the G3 was one of the world's pre-eminent battle rifles.

The toy industry and its close relationship with children's artefacts and equipment, made a huge contribution British ascendancy in light industry, after decline of heavy industry.

Whitetail enthusiasts familiar with other books by Peter Fiduccia know he offers straightforward, practical, cutting-edge deer hunting advice and down-to-earth commentary.

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Petersens Hunting Guide to Whitetail Deer is packed with a wealth of valuable how-to information compiled by the foremost authorities in the sport.

Multiple indices provide full access to the manuscript descriptions: topics and genres, titles, artists, translators, dedicatees, additional names, provenance (including dealers and auction houses), dates of production, and places of production.

Find new value, purpose, and joy as you restore and uncover beauty in your home and (most importantly) in your life.

This third volume in Moller's authoritative reference work describes muzzleloading percussion shoulder arms procured by the U.

In Cogans Woods Ron Ellis fondly recalls annual August hunting trips with his father: heading towards the great forests of Kentucky in the passenger seat of the family Mercury, exploring the foggy woods and hills above the Ohio River.

This Element examines the early-twentieth century rare book trade from the perspectives of British and American collectors and dealers.

Journey back in time and take a walk through the historic streets of the world's greatest cities.

To mark the centenary of the start of World War I, the Antiques Roadshow team filmed a series of specials at the Somme, where the public brought in their family's war memorabilia and photographs.

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This volume deals specifically with escape and evasion in the Netherlands, Belgium and France, an operation in which the author himself was directly involved, and discusses the role which these lines of escape played in the lives of airmen who were forced to bail out over enemy territory.

Japanese Dolls: The Fascinating World of Ningyo, is a wealth of information for Japanese art collectors, Asian doll collectors and doll enthusiasts of all levels and interests.

This historic reference work for British coins is still the only catalogue to feature every major coin type from Celtic to the present day, arranged in chronological order and divided into metals under each reign, then into coinages, denominations and varieties.

In 1836, Samuel Colt changed the face of warfare with the production of the first of a series of iconic and influential single-action revolvers, including the .

The focus of this book is on the classic, ageless, and enduring flowers, which we have dubbed Vintage roses.

As the country grows increasingly diverse and complicated, Americans seek, and occasionally find, a common thread to unite them.

In the late 1990s, John Baker was known as a purveyor of quality rare and old wines.

A heavy javelin, normally used as a shock weapon immediately before contact, the pilum was designed with a particular speciality: it could penetrate a shield and carry on into the individual behind it.

A catalogue made by collectors for collectors.

How do regions form and evolve?

Pieter Brueghel was the first important member of a family of artists who were active for four generations.

Ein Naturführer über die wichtigsten Säugetierarten in Namibia.

A stylish and informative guide to the best of Midcentury Modern chair design.

Waterford Crystal is the first ever fully illustrated history of Ireland's most iconic cut-glass manufacturer, its name synonymous with high-end glassmaking throughout the world.

The name Remington is synonymous with the history of the United States, from the Civil War, the two world wars, and every skirmish in between .

The third edition of this standard reference catalogue now in full color with up-to-date prices.

Toy boats, especially those designed to sail on the local pond, have always had a fascination for boys and girls of all ages.

World watch production today is concentrated in three countries: Switzerland, Japan and China.

The submachine gun (SMG) came to be the embodiment of the Soviet fighting spirit during World War II.

An authoritative synthesis of early medieval British and Irish coinage, supported by the catalogue of a world-class collection.

This magnificently illustrated volume showcases elegant examples of ironwork designs by five centuries of Italian masters.

The most basic unit of the physical book is the page.

"e;Doris Payne is an unapologetic badass.

The first illustration of a cannon in Europe can be dated quite precisely to 1326.

Tracing the history and development of gun-making in Birmingham, England--for many years a center of the world's firearms industry--this book covers innovations in design and manufacture of both military and sporting arms from 1660 through 1960.

Meticulously researched, this book examines the evidence for the post-Roman military forces of France and Britain during the 'Dark Ages', reconstructing their way of life and the battles they fought in compelling detail.

Richly illustrated with nearly 1,000 examples of both autographs and forgeries, this new and expanded edition includes signature studies of all Hall of Famers from the 19th century to the present.

A captivating and wonderfully illustrated chronicle of one of the most influential and legendary names in gunsmithing history.

A clear and accessibly written guide to the medieval cloth-making trade in England.

In 1938 the US Chief of Infantry requested that the Ordnance Department develop a carbine to be used by service and support troops, artillerymen, machine-gun crews, tankers, mortar crews and other troops not needing the power of the M1 Garand rifle.