The beautiful diversity of high quality vintage purses is presented here through a friendly and informative text and hundreds of clear color photographs. Chosen from among the leading private, dealer and museum collections, these primarily nineteenth and twentieth century purses are among the finest glass and metal beaded, metal mesh, tapestry, embroidered, plastic, and home-crafted examples known. Also, purse frames, specialty vanity, dance, childrens' and curious styles are featured. Catalogs, advertising, trade cards and original drawings along with histories of the leading manufacturers such as Bliss, Napier, Whiting & Davis and Mandalian are included to anchor the purses in their period histories. The enormous amount of hand work accomplished at these companies and the excellent materials used in their construction are seen as reasons for the purses' continuing beauty decades later. This book will delight all fashion enthusiasts as it reflects all the art styles of the decades through purses. And the updated values reflect the collectors' market today.
"synopsis" may belong to another edition of this title.
Lynell Schwartz is the owner of The Curiosity Shop, an antiques shop in Cheshire, CT. For more than a decade, her articles and antiques have appeared in many national magazines and newspapers including Antiques and The Arts Weekly and The Maine Antiques Digest.
"About this title" may belong to another edition of this title.
Seller: Scissortail, Oklahoma City, OK, U.S.A.
Condition: good. This is a pre-loved book that shows moderate signs of wear from previous reading. You may notice creases, edge wear, or a cracked spine, but it remains in solid, readable condition. Please note: -May include library or rental stickers, stamps, or markings. -Supplemental materials e.g., CDs, access codes, inserts are not guaranteed. -Box sets may not come with the original outer box. If it does, the box will not be in perfect condition. Your satisfaction is our top priority! If you have any questions or concerns about your order, please don't hesitate to reach out. Thank you for shopping with us and supporting small businessâ"happy reading! Seller Inventory # STM.I8P
Seller: GreatBookPrices, Columbia, MD, U.S.A.
Condition: As New. Unread book in perfect condition. Seller Inventory # 2479504
Seller: Strand Book Store, ABAA, New York, NY, U.S.A.
Oversized Hardcover. Condition: Good. (Schiffer Book for Collectors). Seller Inventory # 3753367
Seller: GreatBookPrices, Columbia, MD, U.S.A.
Condition: New. Seller Inventory # 2479504-n
Seller: Rarewaves USA, HEBRON, KY, U.S.A.
Hardback. Condition: New. 2nd edition, revised. The beautiful diversity of high quality vintage purses is presented here through a friendly and informative text and hundreds of clear color photographs. Chosen from among the leading private, dealer and museum collections, these primarily nineteenth and twentieth century purses are among the finest glass and metal beaded, metal mesh, tapestry, embroidered, plastic, and home-crafted examples known. Also, purse frames, specialty vanity, dance, childrens' and curious styles are featured. Catalogs, advertising, trade cards and original drawings along with histories of the leading manufacturers such as Bliss, Napier, Whiting and Davis and Mandalian are included to anchor the purses in their period histories. The enormous amount of hand work accomplished at these companies and the excellent materials used in their construction are seen as reasons for the purses' continuing beauty decades later. This book will delight all fashion enthusiasts as it reflects all the art styles of the decades through purses. And the updated values reflect the collectors' market today. Seller Inventory # LU-9780764319037
Seller: Kennys Bookshop and Art Galleries Ltd., Galway, GY, Ireland
Condition: New. Num Pages: 160 pages, 522 color photos. BIC Classification: AC. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 286 x 220 x 19. Weight in Grams: 1116. . 2004. 2 Revised. Hardcover. . . . . Seller Inventory # V9780764319037
Quantity: Over 20 available
Seller: Rarewaves.com USA, London, LONDO, United Kingdom
Hardback. Condition: New. 2nd edition, revised. The beautiful diversity of high quality vintage purses is presented here through a friendly and informative text and hundreds of clear color photographs. Chosen from among the leading private, dealer and museum collections, these primarily nineteenth and twentieth century purses are among the finest glass and metal beaded, metal mesh, tapestry, embroidered, plastic, and home-crafted examples known. Also, purse frames, specialty vanity, dance, childrens' and curious styles are featured. Catalogs, advertising, trade cards and original drawings along with histories of the leading manufacturers such as Bliss, Napier, Whiting and Davis and Mandalian are included to anchor the purses in their period histories. The enormous amount of hand work accomplished at these companies and the excellent materials used in their construction are seen as reasons for the purses' continuing beauty decades later. This book will delight all fashion enthusiasts as it reflects all the art styles of the decades through purses. And the updated values reflect the collectors' market today. Seller Inventory # LU-9780764319037
Quantity: Over 20 available
Seller: Kennys Bookstore, Olney, MD, U.S.A.
Condition: New. Num Pages: 160 pages, 522 color photos. BIC Classification: AC. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 286 x 220 x 19. Weight in Grams: 1116. . 2004. 2 Revised. Hardcover. . . . . Books ship from the US and Ireland. Seller Inventory # V9780764319037
Seller: Revaluation Books, Exeter, United Kingdom
Hardcover. Condition: Brand New. 2nd revised edition. 160 pages. 11.00x8.75x0.75 inches. In Stock. Seller Inventory # 0764319035
Quantity: 1 available
Seller: Merigo Art Books, Manerba del Garda, BS, Italy
cm 22x29 pag. 160 ill. 522 col completo di firme inglese. Seller Inventory # 3177