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Miller's antiques encyclopedia, general editor, Judith Miller

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Includes bibliographical references and index

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Miller's antiques encyclopedia

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general editor, Judith Miller

This new edition includes a thoroughly updated directory, list of suppliers and up-to-date price codes. Compiled by an international team of over 40 consultants and writers, and offering clear and wide-ranging coverage of antiques and collectables, this book contains valuable information for both the enthusiast and the experienced dealer. An extensive glossary explains the terms used throughout the book and clear cross-referencing leads you into related areas of interest. All the traditional areas of collecting are featured, with extensive sections on furniture, ceramics, silver and glass. More specialist subjects, such as jewellery, scientific instruments and Oriental art are also included. Packed with absorbing and useful information, this is the definitive reference book on the subject

Furniture -- Ceramics -- Silver -- Jewellery -- Glass -- Rugs & carpets -- Textiles -- Clocks & watches -- Arts and crafts -- Art nouveau -- Art deco -- Mid-century modern -- Postmodernism -- Dolls & teddy bears -- Toys & games -- Oriental works of art -- Miscellaneous

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Antiques encyclopedia