Collecting as a Pastime (Classic Reprint)
Language: English
Published by Forgotten Books, 2018
- Hardcover
- New

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- Title
- Collecting as a Pastime (Classic Reprint)
- Author
- Charles Rowed
- Publisher
- Forgotten Books
- Publication year
- 2018
- Condition
- New
- Binding
- HRD
- Language
- English
- ISBN 10
- 0267622899
- ISBN 13
- 9780267622894
- Item weight
- 513 grams
Discover how a lifelong hobby of collecting pewter and antiques turns into a window on history, humor, and the quiet joys of pursuing a personal passion.
The narrator shares reflections on what fuels collectors, from early memories to surprising discoveries. These stories mix candid humor with practical observations about valuing old pieces, telling how collecting can shape choices, generosity, and daily life. This edition offers a welcoming glimpse into the world of curios, connoisseurship, and the small mysteries that keep a collection growing.
- Personal anecdotes that illuminate the pull of antiquities and the people who trade them.
- Thoughtful notes on authenticity, aging, and recognizing true old pieces from modern recreations.
- Behind‑the‑scenes glimpses of collecting as a discipline, including photography and cataloging ideas.
- A mix of humor and humility that makes the hobby approachable for new and seasoned collectors alike.
Ideal for readers curious about the motives behind collecting, and for anyone who loves old pewter, pottery, and the stories that come with them.
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