This text contains contemporary information on materials and techniques for antique restoration. It lists materials recommended for use in cleaning, conserving and repairing, and gives instructions on their uses and sources of supply.

A-Z Guide to Cleaning, Conserving and Repairing Antiques

Reference

Riley, Noël

Rowland, Tom

Catalogs & Directories

Century Hutchinson*

An invaluable A-Z guide to cleaning and restoring more than 100 types of antiques, for expert and non-expert alike. Whether you want to clean an antique decanter, rusty ironwork, a stuffed bird, or a piece of embroidery, or repair damaged veneer, torn leather, or chipped tortoiseshell, this concise handbook guides you through every step. With the aid of clear drawings and diagrams, it offers easy-to-follow instructions on how to conserve and repair over 100 types of collectable antiques. Throughout, there is expert advice on all the latest techniques and materials used in every stage of preservation, cleaning, and restoration. An essential guide for antique lovers, both amateur and professional. Noel Riley is the author of The Victorian Design Sourcebook and Careers in Antiques. 192 pp 5 1/2 x 8 1/2 16 pp drawings &amp; diagrams

Crafts, Hobbies & Home

Antiques & Collectibles

Constable & Robinson Ltd.

This fully illustrated reference book, designed for collectors, designers and artists, examines all the design elements of Victorian England. The author traces technological developments and captures the spirit of discovery and modernity that characterized the time. Each of the artistic disciplines that dominated the period are explored in detail, such as jewellery, fine art, architecture, graphics, toymaking, furniture, glass, ceramics and photography. Important developments in industrial design are also examined.

Victorian design source book

Arts & Photography

Phaidon

Collecting small antiques can be of absorbing interest, partly because the items are easy to display and partly because they can be found in a great variety of places, including antique shops, public auctions, bric-a-brac stalls, garage sales and flea markets. Each title in this series is written by an expert in his or her chosen subject...with a wealth of practical advice to help the novice over any initial hurdles, guidance on prices and over 100 illustrations to help with identification.

Money Boxes (Antique Pocket Guides)

King, Constance E.

Lutterworth Pr

Collecting small antiques can be of absorbing interest, partly because the items are easy to display and partly because they can be found in a great variety of places, including antique shops, public auctions, bric-a-brac stalls, garage sales and flea markets. Each title in this series is written by an expert in his or her chosen subject...with a wealth of practical advice to help the novice over any initial hurdles, guidance on prices and over 100 illustrations to help with identification.

Visiting Card Cases (Antique Pocket Guide)

Lutterworth Press

Tea Caddies (Antique Pocket Guides)

The history of children's china 1790-1890.

Gifts for Good Children: The History of Children's China 1790 - 1890

Richard Dennis Publications Di

Tea Caddies

Cookbooks, Food & Wine

Beverages & Wine

Seven Hills Books

The Accomplished Lady: A History of Genteel Pursuits c. 1660-1860

Oblong Creative Ltd

Discusses the history and craft of tile-making and art from medieval times to the present

A History of Decorative Tiles

History & Criticism

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