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Starting to Collect Antique Porcelain John Sandon

Starting to Collect Antique Porcelain By John Sandon

Starting to Collect Antique Porcelain by John Sandon


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Summary

Offers practical, accessible advice to the antique porcelain beginner; now available in a new larger format.

Starting to Collect Antique Porcelain Summary

Starting to Collect Antique Porcelain by John Sandon

Forming a collection of antique porcelain is surprisingly simple with the aid of this book, written by a foremost authority. John Sandon presents the essential information in a style which is both accessible and readable, offering all manner of practical advice to the novice and beginner.
- Where should you buy, what should you look for and how do you avoid fakes?
- Should you get a damaged piece restored?
- How much should you spend? The answers to these questions and many more are clearly presented. Clear colour illustrations have been carefully chosen to show the unique attributes of each kind of porcelain. Each entry lists specialist books which offer more information. This guide concludes with a general bibliography, details of makers' marks and the dates of Chinese reigns. Altogether this is a very special kind of reference book; its readable and knowledgable yet compact presentation will be appreciated by committed collectors and enthusiasts whilst giving the novice the confidence to follow in their footsteps.

Starting to Collect Antique Porcelain Reviews

A very special kind of reference book; it's readable and knowledgable yet compact Antique Dealers and Collectors Guide ...an excellent, value for money guide to collecting antique porcelain Antiques Bulletin

About John Sandon

John Sandon discovered the wonderful world of glass on leaving school, when he joined the combined porcelain and glass department of Phillips in London's New Bond Street, one of the world's leading auction houses, where he has been able to handle many magnificent glass collections. The continuing popularity of Antiques Roadshow enables John to share his enthusiasm with a wide audience.

Additional information

GOR002567546
9781851494514
1851494510
Starting to Collect Antique Porcelain by John Sandon
Used - Very Good
Hardback
ACC Art Books
20030702
192
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This is a used book - there is no escaping the fact it has been read by someone else and it will show signs of wear and previous use. Overall we expect it to be in very good condition, but if you are not entirely satisfied please get in touch with us

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