Collector's Encyclopedia of American Composition Dolls, 1900-1950

Collector's Encyclopedia of American Composition Dolls, 1900-1950
Author: Ursula R. Mertz
Publisher:
Total Pages: 0
Release: 1999
Genre: Antiques & Collectibles
ISBN: 9781574320800

Collector's Encyclopedia of American Composition Dolls, 1900 - 1950 This exciting value guide is essential for collectors, researchers, and historians interested in all aspects of these truly American toys. Besides the 850 full-color photographs, a wealth of information is provided, including all technical aspects of production and history. Easy-to-follow guidelines assist the reader in determining the quality and value of a doll. Information on purchasing power is provided. Tips on proper maintenance and care of these priceless dolls are furnished, as well as a spotlight section on extraordinary doll designer Bernard Liptfert. 2006 values.

Doll Values

Doll Values
Author: Patsy Moyer
Publisher:
Total Pages: 388
Release: 2001-04
Genre: Antiques & Collectibles
ISBN: 9781574322149

Well-known collector Moyer has selected the best dolls for each section on antique and modern dolls. Listed alphabetically by manufacturer, the doll's history, marks, descriptions and values are included. Illustrations.

14th Blue Book

14th Blue Book
Author: Jan Foulke
Publisher:
Total Pages: 336
Release: 1999
Genre: Antiques & Collectibles
ISBN: 9780875885506

THis price guide has an antique section covering bisque, china, wax, wood, cloth and papier-mache dolls of the 19th and early 20th century, and a modern section which covers composition, hard plastic, vinyl and artists dolls.

The Handbook of Doll Repair and Restoration

The Handbook of Doll Repair and Restoration
Author: Marty Westfall
Publisher:
Total Pages: 282
Release: 1995-01
Genre: Dolls
ISBN: 9780709056515

This handbook presents approved methods of doll repair and restoration, as used by the author herself. Her sole aims are preservation and the prevention of further deterioration, since she subscribes to the view that tampering with rare antiques will compromise their authenticity and value.

The Official Rinker Price Guide to Collectibles

The Official Rinker Price Guide to Collectibles
Author: Harry L. Rinker
Publisher: House of Collectibles
Total Pages: 480
Release: 2000-10-10
Genre: Antiques & Collectibles
ISBN: 9780676601596

This fourth edition of the Harry L. Rinker Official Price Guide to Collectibles has more coverage of collectibles than any other book on the market. Here you'll find furniture, decorative accessories, and giftware along with the traditional character and personality items, ceramic, glass, and toys. Each category includes a brief history, collecting tips, reference books, periodicals, collector clubs, and vital information on reproductions. It's a complete document of the 20th-century American lifestyle.

Warman's Americana & Collectibles

Warman's Americana & Collectibles
Author: Ellen T. Schroy
Publisher: Warman's
Total Pages: 406
Release: 2001-10
Genre: Antiques & Collectibles
ISBN: 9780873419765

"More than 25,000 updated prices, 240 popular categories, collectibles from 1930s to today, expert collecting advice, histories, references"--Cover

American Reference Books Annual

American Reference Books Annual
Author: Bohdan S. Wynar
Publisher:
Total Pages: 826
Release: 2006
Genre: Reference books
ISBN:

1970- issued in 2 vols.: v. 1, General reference, social sciences, history, economics, business; v. 2, Fine arts, humanities, science and engineering.

Schroeder's Antiques Price Guide

Schroeder's Antiques Price Guide
Author: Sharon Huxford
Publisher:
Total Pages: 612
Release: 2002
Genre: Antiques & Collectibles
ISBN:

This book is filled with over 50,000 listings, 600+ categories, and hundreds of sharp original photographs.