Found 3 items in the class "Resources_and_Supplies/Books".

	REFERENCE BOOKS: Aluminum by design Bracelets, chairs, buildings, even a Rolls Royce—aluminum has inspired a dazzling array of innovative objects since it first appeared in the 19th century, when its rarity made it as prized as gold. This unprecedented book, published to accompany what will surely be one of the most exciting museum exhibitions in years, demonstrates how aluminum's essential qualities of brilliance, strength, light weight, resistance to corrosion, and ease of recycling have made it not only ubiquitous in daily life but also irresistible to some of the world's most visionary artists, designers, architects, and engineers. An impressive roster of scholars traces the myriad creative uses of aluminum, and stunning illustrations showcase works by Rene Lalique, Philippe Starck, Buckminster Fuller, and Charles Christofle, among many others. Organized by Pittsburgh's Carnegie Museum of Art, this groundbreaking exhibition and publication will surprise and delight a wide audience.     $75.00
	REFERENCE BOOKS: Comtemporary Blacksmith This important new book tackles the burgeoning revival of the blacksmith’s art. Author Dona Meilach has brought together over 500 works by nearly 200 artist-craftsmen from sixteen countries to illustrate the unprecedented activity in modern ironwork that has led to its blossoming into a serious art form. You’ll learn several techniques using hot and cold forming with the results clearly shown. You’ll be able to recognize how a fence, railing, grille, table, chair, knife, and other items evolve, and better appreciate their design and workmanship. Each chapter provides background for the type of objects shown-- architectural ironwork, sculpture, furniture, containers and vessels, lighting fixtures and candleholders, fireplace accessories, wind vanes, household and liturgical items, and the incredible knives made of Damascus steel. You’ll find ample information for how and where to begin your own study in this extensive resource list of organizations, Internet sources, publications, museums, and educational opportunities. The Contemporary Blacksmith** undoubtedly should be found in the libraries of every metalworker, art educator, architect, interior designer, ironwares collector, and crafts person.     $46.00
	REFERENCE BOOKS: Dolls & Accessories 1910-1930's by Dian Zillner - New softcover This important reference book includes over 520 photographs of dolls made from 1910 to the 1930s of bisque, celluloid, cloth, composition, metal, and wood. Dolls are pictured from the famous German companies of Kestner, Kämmer & Reinhardt, Armand Marseilles, Geubrüder Heubach, Käthe Kruse, the French firms of Jumeau and S.F.B.J., and the Italian Lenci company, as well as American dolls by Horsman, Ideal, Effanbee, Louis Amberg & Son, Averill Mfg. Co., Chase Stockinet Dolls, A. Schoenhut, and other important companies.Special chapters feature World War I related dolls and dolls modeled on famous comic strips of the era, such as "Gasoline Alley," "Happy Hooligan," and "Little Orphan Annie." Boudoir and pincushion (half) dolls, popular at that time, also appear. A selection of doll buggies, beds, chairs, dressers, trunks, stoves, cabinets, dishes, and other interesting doll accessories rounds out the book. Detailed descriptions, dating information, and current market values make this an invaluable guide. Doll collectors will treasure this book for many years to come.     $29.95

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