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Starting to Collect Antique Porcelain

Hardback

Main Details

Title Starting to Collect Antique Porcelain
Authors and Contributors      By (author) John Sandon
SeriesStarting to Collect
Physical Properties
Format:Hardback
Pages:192
Dimensions(mm): Height 240,Width 195
Category/GenreCeramics and glass
ISBN/Barcode 9781851494514
ClassificationsDewey:738.2075
Audience
General
Illustrations 1 Illustrations, black and white; 208 Illustrations, color

Publishing Details

Publisher ACC Art Books
Imprint ACC Art Books
Publication Date 2 July 2003
Publication Country United Kingdom

Description

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. From its discovery in ancient China, the story of porcelain unfolds country by country as the secrets of manufacture were slowly passed from continent to continent. 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.

Author Biography

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.

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