Автор: Coggins Jack Название: Soldiers and Warriors: An Illustrated History ISBN: 0486452573 ISBN-13(EAN): 9780486452579 Издательство: Dover Цена: 2752 р. Наличие на складе: Есть (1 шт.) Описание: "A book of lasting value." -- "The New York Times." Mongol warriors, Swiss pikemen, British redcoats -- here is a crackling survey of military might from ancient Egypt to the modern era. Coggins' encyclopedic effort spotlights frontline foot soldiers and their weapons, uniforms, tactics, and training. 250 black-and-white illustrations.
Описание: This original collection features works inspired by traditional tales of Sinbad, Aladdin, Ali Baba, and other exotic characters. Spanning artwork from the 1860s to the 1920s, it includes more than 185 color and black-and-white illustrations by Maxfield Parrish, Charles Robinson, H. J. Ford, and other acclaimed artists from the Golden Age of Illustration.
Описание: Originally published as Decorative motives of oriental art in London and New York in 1927, this slightly oversize volume (9x12.25") reproduces the original, with all its illustrations (in b&w). The study is organized by motif--dragon, elephant, deer, goat, bat, etc.--with detailed discussion of the meaning of the motif in the varying contexts of th
Описание: Sears, Roebuck and Company's 1910 catalog of home building materials, fixtures, and accessories from roofing and siding to chandeliers and porcelain bathtubs. Vintage ad copy, specifications, and prices provide a nostalgic look back at the way homes were built at the turn of the last century. An authentic source for restorers of homes today."
Автор: Planche James R. Название: An Illustrated Dictionary of Historic Costume ISBN: 0486423239 ISBN-13(EAN): 9780486423234 Издательство: Dover Рейтинг: Цена: 4821 р. Наличие на складе: Невозможна поставка.
Описание: An extensive, alphabetical reference to the thousands of terms associated with apparel worn in the principal countries of Europe, from abacot to zibelline. Entries are quite substantial and include word origins, synonyms, quotations, detailed descriptions, and such details as how the garment or deco
Описание: This volume contains a descriptive survey of the costumes worn by the upper classes in Europe, with many b&w drawings and a series of color plates. The history of theatre and theatrical costume, from which the author deducted evidence of contemporary dress, provides the historical structure of the s
Автор: Cyril M. Название: Illustrated Dictionary of Historic Architecture ISBN: 048624444X ISBN-13(EAN): 9780486244440 Издательство: Dover Рейтинг: Цена: 4821 р. Наличие на складе: Есть у поставщика Поставка под заказ.
Описание: This massive compendium by a noted architectural historian contains over 2000 line drawings, and clear, concise definitions for over 5000 important terms relating to the architectural achievements of a great variety of world cultures, ancient to modern. Includes cutaway views, close-ups of intricate
Название: Bloomingdale`s Illustrated 1886 Catalog ISBN: 0486257800 ISBN-13(EAN): 9780486257808 Издательство: Dover Рейтинг: Цена: 2476 р. Наличие на складе: Есть у поставщика Поставка под заказ.
Описание: Famed merchants’ extremely rare catalog depicting about 1700 products: clothing, housewares, firearms, dry goods, jewelry, more. Invaluable for dating, identifying vintage items.
Описание: Excellent facsimile of rare (1888) catalog of Victorian plumbing fixtures and appliances features over 800 engravings and line drawings. Authentic source of information on bathtubs, washstands, water closets, bidets, sinks, greenhouse and kitchen fixtures, much more. Captions. 804 black-and-white il
