Constance Eileen King Knihy

Surveys the history of dolls and dollmaking from around the world from primitive rag-and-wood figures to extravagantly detailed dolls

Traces the chronology of Jumeau production from the 1840s through the late 19th century. Color pictures show the beauty and different moods of the faces, are accompanied by text that provides collectors with important and interesting information. Price guide, Jumeau marks, and historical list of international prices and sizes included.

From French settees to Chippendale desks to medieval tables to Bugatti chairs, Encyclopedia of Furniture details the history and development of Western furniture. Lavishly illustrated with hundreds of full-color photographs, this chronological guide highlights the major trends as well as the minor eccentricities. Experienced antique dealers offer advice and analysis in this essential reference work for both amateur and experienced collector.

Der Schwerpunkt des Buches liegt auf den im 19. Jahrhundert hergestellten Objekten, da dies das bevorzugte Sammelgebiet ist. Da Stoffpuppen zunehmend begehrt sind, werden diese ebenfalls behandelt, und es gibt eine ausführliche Diskussion über Chad Valley. Das Buch widmet auch Raum der Illustration einzelner Räume und Möbel für Puppenhäuser.