A dazzling cross-section of turtle figures from a diverse group of cultures are gathered here--including Waterford crystal from Ireland, Native American pueblo pottery and fetish carvings, and Japanese netsuke carvings, among many others. Nearly 350 color photos display turtles' intrinsic beauty captured by artists from around the world in materials prized since the beginning of time. Mythology, anthropology, biology, and environmental concerns are interwoven in a way that will both pique your interest and hold your attention.
Realistic pricing information is included for each item. Upon reading this fascinating book, you will never again be indifferent toward turtles.
| ISBN: | 9780764309793 |
| Publication date: | 5th November 1999 |
| Author: | Alan J Brainard |
| Publisher: | Schiffer Publishing an imprint of Schiffer Publishing, Ltd. |
| Format: | Paperback |
| Pagination: | 143 pages |
| Series: | A Schiffer Book for Collectors |
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Antiques, vintage and collectables: ceramics, glass and other related items Antiques, vintage and collectables: ceramics, porcelain and pottery Antiques, vintage and collectables: glass Antiques, vintage and collectables: toys, games, dolls and models |
A dazzling cross-section of turtle figures from a diverse group of cultures are gathered here--including Waterford crystal from Ireland, Native American pueblo pottery and fetish carvings, and Japanese netsuke carvings, among many others. Nearly 350 color photos display turtles' intrinsic beauty captured by artists from around the world in materials prized since the beginning of time.
Turtle Collectibles features in the following genres: Antiques, vintage and collectables: ceramics, glass and other related items, Antiques, vintage and collectables: ceramics, porcelain and pottery, Antiques, vintage and collectables: glass, Antiques, vintage and collectables: toys, games, dolls and models
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Turtle Collectibles was written by Alan J Brainard and published by Schiffer Publishing an imprint of Schiffer Publishing, Ltd.
Turtle Collectibles has 143 pages
Yes it is part of A Schiffer Book for Collectors series