The glorious Manifattura Lenci of Turin is the protagonist of this volume, which presents one hundred and fifty works belonging to the Ferrero Collection. Small plastics and decorative sculptures have made the fortune of this historical manufacture, first active in the field of cloths and dolls, for 'toys in general, furniture, furnishings and children's clothing', and subsequently, since 1927, in the ceramic sector. The Lenci production was inspired by the fashion magazines of its time, between...
Mini Yule Log brings all the warmth and coziness of the holiday season to your home or office with a one-of-a-kind mini fireplace with light-up yule log, complete with crackling sounds.Kit includes:* 2-3/4 x 3-5/8 x 1-1/2" mini fireplace* Light-up yule log that plays crackling sounds at the push of a button* 48-page mini book on the history and traditions of the Yule Log around the world
Hotchkiss' Handbook to Hummel Art with Current Prices
by John F Hotchkiss
Collector's Encyclopedia of Howard Pierce Porcelain
by Darlene Dommel Hurst
The Golden Girls: Stylized Finger Puppets (Rp Minis)
by Michelle Morgan
The Pendelfin Collector's Handbook
by Stella Ashbrook and Frank Salmon
Anywhere you go in Japan you are likely to encounter the plump, smiling image of Otafuku. Author Amy Sylvester Katoh traces the roots and folk beginnings of this mythic figure, showing Otafuku's many delightful identities, and providing a magical glimpse into this charming character who has become a national icon. With a mixture of poems, photographs, anecdotes, and stories, she presents a veritable treasure chest of surprises that is sure to enchant readers.
Victorian Staffordshire Figures 1835-1875: Second Addendum
by A Harding
Over 1400 historical ceramic figures encompass the wide range of themes depicted by Staffordshire potters between 1835 and 1875. 1090 bright color photos include portraits, naval and military figures, theatrical and literary characters, religious and temperance figures, hunters, shepherds, gardeners, harvesters, pastoral scenes, occupations, pursuits and pastimes, children, sporting figures, dogs and other animals, cottages, houses, and castles. The text provides updated information and listings...
Netsuke, the miniature carvings produced by highly skilled Japanese artists are more than just objets d'art. They originally functioned as toggles holding a wallet or pouch in place on a gentleman's pocketless kimono. This book provides a glance into the many facets of Japanese culture by telling the tales and legends surrounding the real and imaginary beings represented in these tiny yet powerful sculptures.
Manju netsuke have never been the subject of a book on netsuke. Many books ignore them completely and it is hoped that this catalogue will throw light on the differences between the manju and other better-known types of netsuke. Dr. Barnett was one of a handful of collectors of one particular type of netsuke, the manju. These were not widely appreciated until about ten years ago when interest began to increase and the exquisite workmanship and design of this group of carvers was noticed as an ar...
The Neapolitan Crèche at the Art Institute of Chicago (Art Institute of Chicago)
by Sylvain Bellenger and Carmine Romano
The 18th-century Neapolitan crèche at the Art Institute of Chicago, which contains over 200 figures arranged in a panorama of street life, represents the pinnacle of a rich artistic heritage. This luxurious catalogue is the first to study the crèche in the context of art and music history. Essays explore the Neapolitan crèche tradition and examine the design of Chicago’s example with reference to other important crèches in Europe and the United States. Entries on individual figures identify the...
Your Notebook! Blessing Upon Blessing (Your Notebook! Blessing Upon Blessing, #1)
by Mary Hirose
