Product Information
Kovels' American Antiques is an indispensable tool for all collectors, history buffs, and anyone who wants to know how to recognize, evaluate, purchase and care for antiques. In a stunning package that showcases the breadth of expertise that defines their career, the Kovels have written an essential book about America's historical past for today's "new century" marketplace. Focuses on the antiques made or used in America from 17501900 that appeal to today's collector. Reflects all the new methods of dating and evaluating American artifacts. Covers 18th- and 19th-century pottery and porcelain, glass, furniture, silver, clocks, jewelry, and other decorative arts. Includes lists of the most important designers and factories with dates, locations, and marks PLUS a bibliography for further reading. Stories of discoveries, tips on care, and warnings about fakes and fantasy items.Product Identifiers
PublisherRandom House Information Group
ISBN-100609808923
ISBN-139780609808924
eBay Product ID (ePID)30751522
Product Key Features
LanguageEnglish
TopicArchaeology, Reference, Antiques & Collectibles, Social Science
AuthorTerry H. Kovel, Ralph M. Kovel
IllustratorYes
Dimensions
Item Length9.2in.
Item Height0.9in.
Item Weight32.1 Oz
Item Width7in.
Additional Product Features
Book TitleKovels' American Antiques, 1750-1900
Lccn2004-051385
Dewey Decimal745.1/0973/075
Edition DescriptionLarge Type / Large Print Edition
Lc Classification NumberNk806.K68 2004
Publication Year20040000, 2004
Dewey Edition22
FormatTrade Paperback
Target AudienceTrade
FeaturesLarge Type