The Dictionary of Glass Paperweights: An Illustrated Primer

Paul H. Dunlop

ISBN 10: 0961954752 ISBN 13: 9780961954758

Published by Papier Presse, Edison, NJ, 2009

Language: English

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2009, #59 of 100 signed special limited 1st edition. Bound in leather, all edges gilt.� This book is a thorough current reference on glass paperweights. The author has written a wonderful guide to the world of paperweights, taking care to provide pictures and line drawings to illustrate knowledge that he shares with us -- discussions of rarity, contrasts in style, method, and motif. Dunlop also contrasts antique and modern versions and provides brief biographies of contemporary makers. All of this is laid out alphabetically. You will find this book to be an indispensable reference, worthy being read over and over. An important book that belongs in the collection of all collectors of antique paperweights. 383 pages with hundreds of color photographs and line drawings. Hard bound. 7 1/4" by 10 1/4". Sections + Foreword + Preface + Acknowledgments + Introduction +Table of Contents + Illustrated Dictionary + Building and displaying a collection + Museums with paperweight collections + Bibliography + Index. Seller Inventory # lg0dd

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Title: The Dictionary of Glass Paperweights: An ...

Publisher: Papier Presse, Edison, NJ

Publication Date: 2009

Binding: Hardcover

Condition: As New

Dust Jacket Condition: As New

Signed: Signed by Author(s)

Edition: 1st Edition

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This book is a thorough current reference on glass paperweights. The author has written a wonderful guide to the world of paperweights, taking care to provide pictures and line drawings to illustrate the knowledge he shares with us. He includes discussions of rarity, contrasts in style, method, and motif. He also contrasts antique and modern versions and provides brief biographies of contemporary makers. All of this is laid out alphabetically. You will find this book to be an indispensable reference, worthy being read over and over. This is an important book that every collector will cherish. An important book that belongs in the collection of all collectors of antique paperweights. 383 pages with hundreds of color photographs and line drawings. Hard bound. 7 1/4" by 10 1/4". 2009. Sections are: Foreword Preface Acknowledgments Introduction Table of Contents Illustrated Dictionary Building and displaying a collection Museums with paperweight collections Bibliography Index

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