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Decorative arts

Considering economic and political forces, flows of people and materials, and frames that define cultural and market situations as they play out in the artisan communities of these two countries, Wherry uncovers how authentic folk tradition is capitalized or created. Series: Themes in Global Social Change. Num Pages: 208 pages, 13, 6 black & white halftones, 5 black & white line drawings, 2 maps. BIC Classification: 1FMT; 1KLCR; AFT; JFFS; KND. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 229 x 152 x 19. Weight in Grams: 431.
Publication date
2008
Publisher
Johns Hopkins University Press United States
Number of pages
208
Condition
New
SKU
V9780801887949
ISBN
9780801887949
Condition: New

€ 71.25

Paperback. "Engaged in fascinating and useful multidisciplinary research, Cranz is an avatar for body-friendly design.. Read [The Chair] and cheer."--Elizabeth Zimmer, Village Voice Num Pages: 288 pages, 90 illustrations. BIC Classification: AFT; AK. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 206 x 156 x 20. Weight in Grams: 362.
Publisher
WW Norton & Co
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2000
Edition
New Ed
Condition
New
SKU
V9780393319552
ISBN
9780393319552
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 18.99
€ 17.11

Hardcover. BIC Classification: 1DBK; ACX; AFT; AK; HBJD1. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). .
Publisher
Acc Publishing Group Ltd
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2017
Condition
New
SKU
V9781851498550
ISBN
9781851498550
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 42.99
€ 41.56

Paperback. The Pictish School of Celtic art from pagan symbols to monumental sculptures, thoroughly covered and illustrated. Num Pages: 164 pages, colour and b&w illustrations. BIC Classification: AFTB; AFTC; AK. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 286 x 224 x 9. Weight in Grams: 462.
Publisher
Constable London
Number of pages
171
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1996
Edition
New Ed
Condition
New
SKU
V9780094769007
ISBN
9780094769007
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 17.99
€ 13.13

Paperback. An award-winning, beautiful and simple introduction to the Book of Kells now available in Spanish. Here George Otto Simms, a world-renowned authority on the Book of Kells, reveals the mysteries hidden in this magnificent manuscript. Spanish language edition Illustrator(s): Rooney, David; O'Brien, Eoin. Translator(s): Losada, Cruz. Series: Exploring. Num Pages: 72 pages, 8 colour illustrations, 60 black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: AC; AFT. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 216 x 138 x 6. Weight in Grams: 147.
Publisher
O´Brien Press Ltd
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2012
Condition
New
SKU
V9781847173546
ISBN
9781847173546
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 11.99
€ 11.27

Paperback. Num Pages: 144 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: AFTB; WCC. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 216 x 141 x 14. Weight in Grams: 260.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2012
Publisher
University of North Texas Press
Edition
2nd
Condition
New
SKU
V9781574414516
ISBN
9781574414516
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 21.99
€ 20.39

Paperback. This big book presents a wide range of cast metal bookend designs shown in over 500 color photos. Each is identified and there are histories of the manufacturers, book racks, catalogs and a useful identification and buyers' guide. Num Pages: 192 pages, 573 color photos. BIC Classification: AFT; WC. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 217 x 281 x 12. Weight in Grams: 800.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1997
Publisher
Schiffer Publishing Ltd
Edition
0th Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9780764300400
ISBN
9780764300400
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 42.99
€ 27.91

Paperback. Presents the different types of caravan and the great variety of art which was carved and painted upon them and their brothers-in-transport, the old narrowboats. Num Pages: 96 pages, Illustrations (some col.). BIC Classification: 1DBK; AFTB; WGC; WGGN; WQN. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 225 x 248 x 10. Weight in Grams: 338.
Publisher
The History Press Ltd United Kingdom
Number of pages
96
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2010
Condition
New
SKU
V9780752455020
ISBN
9780752455020
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 26.99
€ 23.29

Paperback. Num Pages: 240 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: 1MBN; ACBK; AFT; JHBT. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 237 x 155 x 17. Weight in Grams: 430.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2004
Publisher
Dover Publications Inc. United States
Number of pages
240
Condition
New
SKU
V9780486430928
ISBN
9780486430928
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 20.99
€ 15.30

Paperback. A colour compendium of tile art and production from around the world, ranging from ancient times onwards. Placing the tiles firmly in their historical and cultural context, it highlights the continuity and diversity of tiles, examining how tile art in one time and place has inspired and rejuvenated those in others. Num Pages: 304 pages, 330 colour illustrations. BIC Classification: AFP; AFT. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 272 x 222 x 23. Weight in Grams: 1366.
Publisher
British Museum Press
Number of pages
304
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2013
Condition
New
SKU
V9780714150994
ISBN
9780714150994
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 33.99
€ 28.32

Paperback. Originally published in 1968, Karsten Harries's classic work provides a philosophical understanding of how modern art differs fundamentally from the art of earlier periods. Num Pages: 166 pages. BIC Classification: AFT. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 150 x 226 x 3. Weight in Grams: 260.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1979
Publisher
Northwestern University Press
Edition
1st Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9780810105935
ISBN
9780810105935
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 32.99
€ 27.49

Paperback. Num Pages: 150 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: AFT; AGZ. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UF) Further/Higher Education; (UU) Undergraduate; (XV) Technical / Manuals. Dimension: 257 x 178 x 18. Weight in Grams: 360.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1978
Publisher
Kent State Univ Pr
Condition
New
SKU
V9780873382120
ISBN
9780873382120
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 35.99
€ 30.46

Hardcover. Num Pages: 136 pages, 120 illustrations, 100 in colour. BIC Classification: AFT. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 254 x 230 x 17. Weight in Grams: 784.
Publisher
Thames & Hudson Ltd United Kingdom
Number of pages
136
Format
Hardback
Publication date
1992
Edition
1st British Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9780500973769
ISBN
9780500973769
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 36.99
€ 33.00

paperback. An illustrated examination of pottery and potters on four continents. It discusses and illustrates the work of modern masters of traditional ceramics from Bangladesh, Sweden, various parts of the United States, Turkey, and Japan. It is suitable for those interested in pottery and the study of folklore and folk art. Series: Material Culture. Num Pages: 152 pages, 60 b&w photos, 16 color photos. BIC Classification: AFP; AFTB. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 5817 x 3887 x 15. Weight in Grams: 454.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2000
Publisher
Indiana University Press United States
Number of pages
152
Condition
New
SKU
V9780253213563
ISBN
9780253213563
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 14.99
€ 14.98

hardcover. From the illustrious Mughal Empire during its greatest period of monument-building and artistic creativity to the time of British rule, the richness of India's architecture is overwhelming. The author's fine photographs reveals the skill, patience and pictorial imagination of the many thousands of craftsmen who have turned to floral motifs. Num Pages: 256 pages, 350 colour illustrations. BIC Classification: 1FKA; AFT; WFA. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 297 x 200. .
Publisher
Thames and Hudson Ltd
Number of pages
256
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2016
Edition
1st Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9780500518397
ISBN
9780500518397
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 45.99
€ 36.61

Paperback. A visually stunning compilation of modern Indian design and architecture. Num Pages: 240 pages, 109 colour illustrations, bibliography. BIC Classification: 1FKA; AFT; AK; AM. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 155 x 139 x 18. Weight in Grams: 364.
Publisher
Phaidon Press Ltd United Kingdom
Number of pages
240
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2000
Edition
Mini ed
Condition
New
SKU
V9780714839486
ISBN
9780714839486
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 11.99
€ 10.07

Paperback. Num Pages: 224 pages, 221 black and white photographs. BIC Classification: 1FPJ; AFT; AJC. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 256 x 182 x 21. Weight in Grams: 878.
Edition
Illustrated
Publisher
Weatherhill
Number of pages
224
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2008
Condition
New
SKU
V9781590306192
ISBN
9781590306192
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 44.99
€ 28.96

Hardback. Num Pages: 336 pages. BIC Classification: AFT. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Weight in Grams: 2220.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2010
Publisher
Skira Italy
Edition
Arabic ed
Number of pages
336
Condition
New
SKU
V9788857204048
ISBN
9788857204048
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 64.40
€ 60.28

Hardcover. Tells the story of the magnificent royal inheritance of diamonds from the time of Queen Adelaide in the 1830s to the present day. Illustrated with archive material as well as photography of the jewels, this book includes stones of international importance as well as items of great historic significance. Num Pages: 324 pages, 348 colour illustrations. BIC Classification: 1DBK; AFKG; AFT. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 321 x 254 x 40. Weight in Grams: 2732.
Publisher
Royal Collection Trust
Number of pages
324
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2012
Edition
1st Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9781905686384
ISBN
9781905686384
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 146.37
€ 105.39

Paperback. This book examines all types of saw, hand and machine, their use, maintenance and useful tables relating to various applications. Series: Workshop Practice. Num Pages: 96 pages, 70 black & white photographs; 74 scale diagrams; 13 tables of data. BIC Classification: AFT; AGZ; WKDW. Category: (XV) Technical / Manuals. Dimension: 210 x 149 x 6. Weight in Grams: 154.
Publisher
Special Interest Model Books United Kingdom
Number of pages
96
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1986
Condition
New
SKU
V9780852428870
ISBN
9780852428870
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 11.24

Paperback. Series: Classics in California Anthropology S. Num Pages: 91 pages, 37 photos. BIC Classification: 1KBBWF; AFKC; AFTB; JFSL9; JHMC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 226 x 154 x 8. Weight in Grams: 255.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2006
Publisher
PA Hearst Museum of Anthropology United States
Number of pages
91
Condition
New
SKU
V9780936127057
ISBN
9780936127057
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 23.91

Paperback. Model engineers and many small workshops do not need, or have access to, much of the sophisticated measuring equipment used in industry. Accurate marking out and measurement by more basic means at all stages of work are comprehensively described by an expert engineer. Series: Workshop Practice. Num Pages: 112 pages, 60 black & white photographs; 27 scale data. BIC Classification: AFT; AGZ. Category: (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 209 x 150 x 7. Weight in Grams: 158.
Publisher
Trans-Atlantic Publications, Inc.
Number of pages
112
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1985
Condition
New
SKU
V9780852428412
ISBN
9780852428412
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 11.21

Hardcover. This publication is a survey of European hand tools, from various woodworking and other trades, dating from the 16th century to the 19th century. The tools that are illustrated and analysed were either made decoratively or received surface decoration, often incorporating ancient symbols, dates and owners initials. Num Pages: 256 pages, 160 colour illustrations. BIC Classification: AFTB; TGXT. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 216 x 301 x 18. Weight in Grams: 1150.
Publisher
Stobart Davies Ltd United Kingdom
Number of pages
256
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2012
Condition
New
SKU
V9780854421176
ISBN
9780854421176
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 40.99
€ 28.50

Hardback. BIC Classification: AFT; TDPB1. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Weight in Grams: 1590.
Publisher
Skira Italy
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2011
Edition
Simplified Chinese ed
Condition
New
SKU
V9788857211831
ISBN
9788857211831
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 58.55
€ 45.30

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