World Antiques - 1978 Large Illustrated Hardback - Furniture, Silver & Ceramics

World Antiques, a substantial 320-page illustrated reference book covering a wide range of antiques, decorative arts and historic collectibles.

Published by Hamlyn in 1978, this large-format volume brings together specialist writers across the major fields of antiques and collecting, with hundreds of photographs of objects from Europe, Asia and America.

Subjects include:

- Antique furniture
- Pottery and porcelain
- Silver and gold
- Jewellery
- Clocks and keys
- Glass and textiles
- Oriental antiques
- Arms and armour

Introduced by Roy Strong, then Director of the Victoria and Albert Museum.

A fascinating book for antique collectors, vintage dealers, charity shop and car boot enthusiasts, or anyone interested in identifying and learning about historic objects.

Original 1978 first edition hardback, approximately 35 cm tall, with dust jacket.

Good vintage condition. The book and binding remain sound. The dust jacket shows considerable rubbing, scratches, edge wear and some tearing and loss around the upper spine. There is age-related spotting and foxing, particularly around the opening pages. The remaining interior is well presented for its age.

Please see photographs for condition.

Collection available in Gorey, Co. Wexford, or postage anywhere in Ireland at the buyer's expense.