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These remarkable vintage map artworks, both hand drawn and painted, capture the beauty of the Alps more effectively than any camera or computer.

Britains has been a world-leading toy and model manufacturer for over 120 years. This book reproduces, in full colour, all model catalogues issued by Britains during the 1970s, and lists all the items shown in the catalogues, complete with the original UK retail prices. This is the essential guide to the models of the 1970s.

What is a beautiful watch? How do you make a good choice? The Magic of Watches explains how and why these little objects are so precious, fascinating and exciting.

An impeccably researched and inspiring insight into the evolution of jewellery through the ages, explored through sumptuous photography of pieces drawn from the V&A's outstanding collection.

Documents every decade of comic book history from the 1940s onwards. This volume covers all the moments and behind-the-scenes details of comics during the Reagan years.

Technologically sophisticated and powerful, the crossbow has long enjoyed a popular reputation for villainous superiority because it could be used with little training as a weapon of assassination. The study of bow designs, trigger mechanisms and spanning devices reveals a tale of considerable mechanical ingenuity; advances that produced a battlefield weapon requiring comparatively little training to use. It was an extremely useful weapon, and especially effective in siege warfare for both attack and defence.Known to the Ancient Greeks and the Chinese as early as the 5th century BC, the crossbow developed both in Western Europe and in the Far East. Advances in trigger mechanisms, spanning and bow design allowed the development of ever more powerful bows. In this study acknowledged weaponry expert Mike Loades traces the origins, development, combat record and lasting legacy of the crossbow, the formidable projectile weapon that played a key role in a host of battles and sieges across Europe and Asia.

No other book exists to rival the continuing importance attached to this group of essays, written by many of the foremost scholars in their respective areas, brought together to explore common ground in the history of collecting.

Fascinating showcase book documenting the private world of collectors of the macabre

This celebration of high-end men's wristwatches is a collection of essays, timelines, and more than 250 color photographs. Aimed at collectors, watch enthusiasts, and anyone with an interest in fashion, the book ranges from in-depth looks at specific models, including classics and contemporary timepieces, to overviews of pilot's watches, diver's watches, and other watches developed for various purposes. Short essays and timelines take a look at pop culture, including topics such as cars and watches, watches in space, watches in films, famous advertising campaigns, and celebrities and their timepieces. Learn about today's customized watches, smart watches, and a watch that shows the time in words only. Featured watch brands include Audemars Piguet, Omega, Rolex, IWC, Patek Philippe, Hublot, Tag Hauer, and more. The author also presents his top 10 list for the ultimate watch collector.

Highly illustrated in colour with photographs of rare toy soldier sets, figures and vehicles, this book documents the rise and fall of the 20th Century British Toy Industry reflected in the history of its most successful company.

A revised edition of the classic pocket guide to hallmarks.

In 1982, ownership of Matchbox die cast toys, the most popular metal vehicles in the world, passed from Lesney to Universal. The toys produced under Universal's ownership are documented in this thorough text. Additional materials include lists of places of interest for the collector to visit and mail order sources.

Corgi Toys proved an immediate success in the 1950s and over the next 30 years hundreds of miniatures would be modelled on contemporary vehicles. This book explores the history of Corgi Toys, describing the various models and illustrating how these simple children's toys became valuable collectables.

Gold leaf gilder and restoration artist Ellen Becker brings her years of experience to readers through over 300 full color photos and step-by-step instructions for various gold leafing and restoration techniques through a series of projects.This is the most comprehensive instructional book for gold leafing on the market today.

Explore the broad range of beautiful, high-quality porcelain figurines manufactured by the Bing & Grondahl Porcelain Manufactory, of Copenhagen, Denmark, in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Today, collectors worldwide appreciate the sculptors and decorators skills, as reflected in their charming figurines. More than 700 animal and human figurines are shown, along with date marks, shop signs, plates, dishes, bowls, and vases. Approximately 1,000 Bing & Grondahl figurines have been identified and described. The figurines are cataloged in numerical order with identification of the sculptor, size, price, and a guide to rarity Ideal for novice collectors, figurine addicts, and dealers, this book provides insight to the huge range of high quality porcelain figurines available both new (current production of Bing & Grondahl pieces by Royal Copenhagen) and vintage. It appeals especially to specialized collector-owners of dogs, cats, fauns, fish, etc.

Fifty fascinating pinball games are presented in 800 color photos, showcasing each game's special features, cultural influences, design and artistic trends, historical connections, collectibility, values, and unique game rules. An essential reference for the libraries of pinball collectors and aficionados everywhere.

Free your imagination and discover vibrant interiors inspired by market and vintage finds from around the world.

Shares details of how automata work, Explains the principles of the inner workings, Features over 50 successful and realistic mechanisms, Includes personal favourites that breathe life and magic. Lavishly illustrated with rare antique and modern automata

Jump into the action-packed LEGO Marvel multiverse with DK's latest Visual Dictionary, complete with an exclusive minifigure.Discover everything you need to know about the latest sets, vehicles, and minifigures. See every detail of the Guardians of the Galaxy's spaceship, explore Doctor Strange's Sanctum Sanctorum, examine the advanced vehicles of Wakanda, discover Spider-Man's most dastardly villains, and find out about your favourite LEGO Marvel minifigures - from Black Panther to The Scarlet Witch.Meet all the iconic LEGO Marvel characters and learn about their allies, villains, skills, vehicles and locations.©2023 The LEGO Group.© 2023 MARVEL

This is the first illustrated guide devoted specifically to the highly collectable field of military watches and clocks. Detailed descriptions are given of more than 150 distinct models issued over the past century to the armed forces of Britain, the United States, Germany, France, Russia, Italy, Holland, Canada, Czechoslovakia and Japan.

Sprachen: Deutsch, Englisch Format: 24,5 x 31,4 cm, 256 Seiten Spannender neuer Titel aus der erfolgreichen Reihe von teNeues Uhrenbüchern (mehr als 100.000 verkaufte Exemplare) Pre-Owned ist Trend in einer schnell wachsenden und höchst diversen Zielgruppe Mit hilfreichen Tipps für passionierte Sammler und wissbegierige Einsteiger Einzigartiger Fokus auf Lifestyle, Popkultur und Mode, aber auch Wissenswertes für Kenner! Ein Must-Have Bildband für alle Freunde von pre-owned Uhren. Auf 256 Seiten finden Uhrensammler Abbildungen der wertvollsten und schönsten Luxus-Uhren. Das Coffee-Table-Book ist damit nicht nur Zier in jedem Wohnzimmer, sondern auch ein Uhrenratgeber für alle, die Armbanduhren nicht nur als Mode Accessoire, sondern auch als Geldanlage betrachten. Sprachen: Deutsch, Englisch