Author:
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Art auctions
Languages : en
Pages : 516
Book Description
The Art of American Book Covers,1875-1930
Author: Richard Minsky
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780807616024
Category : Book cover art
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
From floral patterns to cityscapes, the boldest book designs of a golden age are gathered here in full color.
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780807616024
Category : Book cover art
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
From floral patterns to cityscapes, the boldest book designs of a golden age are gathered here in full color.
Bookends
Author: Robert and Donna Seecof
Publisher: Schiffer Publishing
ISBN: 9780764341687
Category : Antiques & Collectibles
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
Over 350 vivid color photos and engaging text reveal that bookends have been a medium of art from the turn of the twentieth century to today. The photos illustrate 350 pairs of bookends from principal art styles, and the research places them in historical context. Accompanying the photos are identification of the production date, the foundry, sculptor, art style, commentary, and values. The bookends presented have documented American art fashions for the past one hundred years. This novel guide also organizes bookends by art style and historical period, rather than subject matter, which gives the reader new insight into the evolution of bookends in a dynamic culture. Readers will come to regard bookends as works of art and will be knowledgeable about their rightful place in the art world. This book is a must-have reference for art lovers everywhere.
Publisher: Schiffer Publishing
ISBN: 9780764341687
Category : Antiques & Collectibles
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
Over 350 vivid color photos and engaging text reveal that bookends have been a medium of art from the turn of the twentieth century to today. The photos illustrate 350 pairs of bookends from principal art styles, and the research places them in historical context. Accompanying the photos are identification of the production date, the foundry, sculptor, art style, commentary, and values. The bookends presented have documented American art fashions for the past one hundred years. This novel guide also organizes bookends by art style and historical period, rather than subject matter, which gives the reader new insight into the evolution of bookends in a dynamic culture. Readers will come to regard bookends as works of art and will be knowledgeable about their rightful place in the art world. This book is a must-have reference for art lovers everywhere.
Going Once
Author: Christie's
Publisher: Phaidon Press
ISBN: 9780714872025
Category : Art
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
A celebration of evolving taste, told through the stories behind 250 objects sold by the world's leading auction house Founded in London in 1766, Christie's is one of the most important auction houses in the world. During its history, Christie's has sold masterpieces by artists such as Picasso, Leonardo da Vinci, Rembrandt, and Vincent van Gogh, often at record-breaking prices; and, away from the world of art, the personal possessions of such well-known figures as Napoleon Bonaparte, Marilyn Monroe, Yves Saint Laurent, and Princess Diana. From furniture to works of fine and decorative art, vintage cars to clothing and jewellery, the items sold at its auctions hold a mirror to our history and reflect our culture at large. Going Once vividly brings to life the shifts in aesthetic trends, fashion, and design over the centuries, showcasing 250 of the most outstanding objects in its storied history - including some of the very first pieces sold at the auction house.
Publisher: Phaidon Press
ISBN: 9780714872025
Category : Art
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
A celebration of evolving taste, told through the stories behind 250 objects sold by the world's leading auction house Founded in London in 1766, Christie's is one of the most important auction houses in the world. During its history, Christie's has sold masterpieces by artists such as Picasso, Leonardo da Vinci, Rembrandt, and Vincent van Gogh, often at record-breaking prices; and, away from the world of art, the personal possessions of such well-known figures as Napoleon Bonaparte, Marilyn Monroe, Yves Saint Laurent, and Princess Diana. From furniture to works of fine and decorative art, vintage cars to clothing and jewellery, the items sold at its auctions hold a mirror to our history and reflect our culture at large. Going Once vividly brings to life the shifts in aesthetic trends, fashion, and design over the centuries, showcasing 250 of the most outstanding objects in its storied history - including some of the very first pieces sold at the auction house.
Art & Auction
Author:
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Art auctions
Languages : en
Pages : 516
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Art auctions
Languages : en
Pages : 516
Book Description
HCAA Bill Gale Collection Auction Catalog #396
Author: Ivy Press
Publisher: Heritage Capital Corporation
ISBN: 9781599670188
Category : Antiques & Collectibles
Languages : en
Pages : 76
Book Description
Publisher: Heritage Capital Corporation
ISBN: 9781599670188
Category : Antiques & Collectibles
Languages : en
Pages : 76
Book Description
Heritage rare Stamp Auction #1112
Author:
Publisher: Heritage Capital Corporation
ISBN: 9781599674681
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 152
Book Description
Publisher: Heritage Capital Corporation
ISBN: 9781599674681
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 152
Book Description
HNAI Jules Reiver Collection Auction Catalog #390
Author: Ivy Press
Publisher: Heritage Capital Corporation
ISBN: 9781599670256
Category : Antiques & Collectibles
Languages : en
Pages : 232
Book Description
Publisher: Heritage Capital Corporation
ISBN: 9781599670256
Category : Antiques & Collectibles
Languages : en
Pages : 232
Book Description
HNAI Larry Shapiro Collection Auction Catalog #394
Author: Ivy Press
Publisher: Heritage Capital Corporation
ISBN: 9781599670201
Category : Antiques & Collectibles
Languages : en
Pages : 84
Book Description
Publisher: Heritage Capital Corporation
ISBN: 9781599670201
Category : Antiques & Collectibles
Languages : en
Pages : 84
Book Description
Twentieth Century Decorative Arts, Fine Art and Modern Design Auction
Author: Los Angeles Modern Auctions
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 58
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 58
Book Description
HNAI F. U. N. Signature Catalog, Vol. I #394
Author: Ivy Press
Publisher: Heritage Capital Corporation
ISBN: 9781599670157
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 318
Book Description
Publisher: Heritage Capital Corporation
ISBN: 9781599670157
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 318
Book Description