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Set of 16 Leather Bound Dutch Encyclopedias
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
A collection of sixteen volumes of a Dutch encyclopedia set published from 1932-1938. This set of
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20th Century Dutch Other Books

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Leather, Paper

Set of 13 Dutch Encyclopedias
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
A collection of thirteen volumes of a Catholic encyclopedia by Dutch author N. V. Uitgeversmij
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20th Century Dutch Other Books

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Leather, Paper

Set of 13 Dutch Encyclopedias
Set of 13 Dutch Encyclopedias
H 10.5 in W 25.75 in D 6.75 in
Jacques Adnet Encyclopedia / Magazine Stand
By Jacques Adnet
Located in Lake Worth Beach, FL
) apparent Materials: oak, leather Dimensions (H, W, D): 22"h, 30.5"w, 20.5"d Additional Information: The
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Magazine Racks and Stands

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Leather, Oak

Set of 20 German Catholic Encyclopedias
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
A collection of twenty volumes of a Catholic encyclopedia by German authors Joseph Cardinal
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Antique 19th Century German Other Books

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Leather, Paper

Antique Art Nouveau German Leather Bound Encyclopedia of Scientific Inquiry Set
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
This five volume set of leather bound 1st Edition encyclopedias were done by Weltall and Menschheit
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Antique Early 19th Century German Art Nouveau Books

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Leather, Paper

Complete Collection Gilt Leather Bound Book Set
Located in Tarry Town, NY
Gilt leather bound sturdy / library room complete collection set. The set include twenty 28 volumes
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Mid-20th Century Books

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Paper, Leather

Eight Decorative 19th Century Antique Leather Bound Display Books
Located in STOKE ON TRENT, GB
Leather Bound Books These antique Encyclopedia Britannica books are a great addition to any
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21st Century and Contemporary Desk Sets

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Leather, Paper

Pair of French Art Nouveau Leather Side Chairs
By Gaillard
Located in New York, NY
Pair of French Art Nouveau walnut sleigh design open back side chairs with brown leather seat
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Antique Late 19th Century French Art Nouveau Side Chairs

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Leather, Walnut

Frankenstein by Mary W. Shelley, Photoplay Grosset & Dunlap Edition, 1931
Located in Colorado Springs, CO
. Rebound in red 1/.4 leather and black cloth boards, with raised bands, gilt stamps, and gilt titles to
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Vintage 1930s American Books

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Leather, Paper

Frankenstein; or The Modern Prometheus by Mary Shelley, Later Printing, 1891
Located in Colorado Springs, CO
, Encyclopedia of Science Fiction, 1099). CONDITION: Excellent condition. 12mo. Rebound in ¼ black leather and
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Antique 1890s English Gothic Books

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Leather, Paper

Manly P Hall, the Secret Teachings of All Ages, First Edition Book & 4 Prints
By TASCHEN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The classic encyclopedia of the arcane in an expanded edition. Renowned philosopher and lecturer
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21st Century and Contemporary Books

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Foil

The Holy Bible, Containing the Old and New Testaments, 1887
Located in Colorado Springs, CO
. Appointed to be Read in Churches. Oxford: The University Press, 1885. With original full burgundy leather
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Antique 1880s English Late Victorian Books

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Leather, Paper

The Holy Bible, Standard Edition, Illustrated Family Bible, 1885
Located in Colorado Springs, CO
original full leather carved and gilded boards. Gilded edges and pewter clasps. Presented with a custom
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Antique 1880s American Late Victorian Books

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Leather, Paper

19th Century R. & J. Beck Stereoscope
By R.&J. Beck 1
Located in Norwood, NJ
microscopes, stereoscopes, and photographic lenses. See: Hannavy, J. Encyclopedia of nineteenth-century
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Antique Late 19th Century English Victorian Historical Memorabilia

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Brass

19th Century R. & J. Beck Stereoscope
19th Century R. & J. Beck Stereoscope
H 13.5 in W 10.25 in D 9 in
Danny Ho Fong for Tropi-Cal Wicker and Iron Dining Table and Chairs, ca 1960s
By Tropi-cal, Danny Ho Fong
Located in Cathedral City, CA
example is unusual in that it features what appears to be original leather upholstered seats in a pleasing
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables

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Iron

Arts Decoratifs Et Industriels Modernes Encyclopedie, 12 Books, 1925 Art Deco
Located in Oakland, CA
‘Encyclopedie des Arts Decoratifs et Industriels Modernes’ (Encyclopedia of Modern Decorative and
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Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Bookends

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Paper

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Complete Writings of Henry Wadsworth Longfellow - LARGE PAPER EDITION - 11 VOLS
Located in Hillsborough, NJ
AUTHOR: LONGFELLOW, Henry Wadsworth. TITLE: The Complete Writings of Henry Wadsworth Longfellow, with Biographical and Critical Notes. PUBLISHER: London: George Routledge & Sons, ...
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Antique 1880s British Books

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Leather

Large and Impressive German Antique Finely Engraved Judaica Pewter Seder Plate
Located in London, GB
The fine German antique pewter plate depicts a family scene, as the group sits at the table during the Passover Seder. Around the rim of the plate are various engraved Hebrew inscrip...
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Antique 19th Century Religious Items

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Pewter

Black Forest Walnut Library Ladder
Located in New York, NY
Rustic Black Forest (19th Cent) walnut 3 step library ladder with carved branch design. (late 19th cent.)
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Antique 19th Century German Black Forest Ladders

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Walnut

Black Forest Walnut Library Ladder
Black Forest Walnut Library Ladder
H 32.75 in W 19.5 in D 23 in
Oversized Black Forest 19th Century Carved Oak Stag Rack with Antlers
Located in Atlanta, GA
A black forest oversized carved oak coat and hat rack from the 19th century depicting stags with antlers and umbrella stand. Created during the 19th century, this stunning black fore...
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Antique 19th Century German Black Forest Coat Racks and Stands

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Oak, Antler

Black Forest Walnut Bear Umbrella Stand
Located in New York, NY
Rustic Black Forest (19th Century) walnut carved bear umbrella stand holding leaf shaped dish
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Antique 19th Century German Black Forest Umbrella Stands

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Walnut

Collection Gilt Leather Bound Library Book Set
Located in Tarry Town, NY
Decorate your sturdy / Library room with this collection set of gilt leather bound library book set of eighteen volumes. Germany in storm and stress " Old Fritz and The New Era by L....
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Vintage 1910s Books

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Paper, Leather

Antique German Silver Music Box in the Form of a Grand Piano
Located in London, GB
This charming antique silver musical box features a singing bird, which appears from an opening oval. The musical box is exquisitely crafted in the shape of a miniature grand piano, ...
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Antique 19th Century German Models and Miniatures

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Silver

Artistes italiens contemporains - Rare Book - 1927
Located in Roma, IT
V.A., Artistes Italiens contemporains, Stabilimento grafico Foa, Torin, 1927. Vol in 8°, pp. 209, cm 25x1.5x22. In French. Catalogue of the "Exposition d'Artistes Italians Contemp...
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1920s Modern More Art

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Paper

Complete Works of Ralph Waldo Emerson, 14 Vols, in a Fine Full Leather Binding!
Located in Hillsborough, NJ
Author: EMERSON, Ralph Waldo. Title: The Complete Works of Ralph Waldo Emerson. Publisher: Cambridge: The Riverside Press, 1883. Description: THE RIVERSIDE EDITION. 14 vols...
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Antique 1880s American Books

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Leather

Gothic Revival Carved Oak and KPM Porcelain Triptych
By KPM Porcelain
Located in London, GB
The triptych comprises a trio of porcelain plaques, depicting the patron saints of the German city of Cologne (Köln) by the renowned Berlin manufacturer KPM (Konigliche Porzellan-Man...
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Antique 19th Century German Gothic Revival Religious Items

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Porcelain, Oak

Antique German Catholic Journeymen Association Dayton Ohio Embroidered Flag 71"
Located in Dayton, OH
An antique early 20th century German Catholic Flag. Front reads: Katholischer Gesellen Verein (Catholic Journeymen Association) / Gegrundet 1868 (Founded 1868) / Dayton, Ohio. Back ...
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Early 20th Century Late Victorian Historical Memorabilia

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Metal

19th Century C. M. Hutschenreuther Hand-Painted Porcelain Plaque "Ruth"
By Lorenz Hutschenreuther
Located in Cincinnati, OH
This 19th century hand-painted oval plaque was made in Hohenberg, Bavaria by porcelain manufactory C. M. Hutschenreuther. The plaque has a convex form and features a hand-painted ima...
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Antique Late 19th Century German Rococo Revival More Furniture and Colle...

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Porcelain, Wood

Pair of Louis XVI Style Side Chairs by Armand-Albert Rateau
By Armand Albert Rateau
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of Chic Louis XVI style side chairs by Armand-Albert Rateau. Stamped A A RATEAU and numbered. Armand-Albert Rateau (1882 - 1938) was a French furniture maker and interior ...
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Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Side Chairs

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Silk, Upholstery, Wood

Set of Six Pierre Jeanneret Armchairs
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Six armchairs from The State Bank of India, France/India, 1950s; teak, upholstery, cane; hand painted letters/numbers to three; measures: 33 1/2" x 21" x 21"; the bank was designed b...
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20th Century Indian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Cane, Teak

Vintage Net Crafting Elegance - 1793 Panckoucke Fishing Series
Located in Langweer, NL
This antique engraving is an illustration from the monumental work of the "Encyclopédie Méthodique" published by Charles-Joseph Panckoucke in 1793, specifically from the section 'Rec...
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Antique 1790s Prints

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Paper

Old Religion Print Showing Six Roman Catholic Habits, Rituals & Ceremonies, 1723
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique religion print depicting six Roman Catholic habits, rituals and ceremonies. Degradation of a Bishop, excommunication, rehabilitation of someone who was excommunicated, reconc...
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Antique 1720s Religious Items

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Paper

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Leather Bound Set Encyclopedia Britannica 25 Volumes
Located in Middleburg, VA
Fabulous set of 25 volumes early English large leather bound Encyclopedia Britannica beautifully
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Antique 19th Century English Books

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Leather, Paper

Folk Art Bird Bath by "Popeye" Reed
By "Ernest ""Popeye"" Reed"
Located in Solebury, PA
wood carvings of American Indians dressed in leather clothing. Reed studied Greek mythology and
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American Folk Art Sculptures

Heart Shaped 10 Carat Blue Topaz Onyx and Diamond Pendant in 9 Carat Yellow Gold
Located in Chislehurst, Kent
pendant can be worn at a short or long length, on a chain, a leather cord or a ribbon. Hardness – 8 on
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21st Century and Contemporary British Modern Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Onyx, Topaz, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

Spanish 19th Century 15 Volume Set of Vellum Encyclopedias
Located in Atlanta, GA
A wonderful 15 volume set of 19th century Spanish vellum covered encyclopedias - SERRANO
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Antique 19th Century Spanish Books

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Leather

Complete Collection Gilt Leather Bound Book Set
Located in Tarry Town, NY
Decorate your sturdy / Library room with this complete collection set of gilt leather bound library
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Vintage 1940s North American Books

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Leather, Paper

The Holy Bible, Edited by Rev. John Eadie, Illustrated, circa 1880s
Located in Colorado Springs, CO
quarto, with original full leather carved and gilded boards, original brass clasps and corner clips, and
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Antique 1880s Books

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Gold, Brass

The Holy Bible, Containing the Old and New Testaments, Illustrated, 1885
Located in Colorado Springs, CO
leather carved and gilded boards. Gilded edges. Presented with a custom-made archival clamshell box
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Antique 1880s American Gothic Revival Religious Items

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Leather, Paper

The Holy Bible, Containing the Old and New Testaments, Illustrated, 1882
Located in Colorado Springs, CO
, [1882]. Illustrated. Large quarto, with original full leather carved and gilded boards. Gilded edges
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Antique 1880s Canadian Books

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Leather, Paper

Brown’s Self-Interpreting Family Bible by the Rev. John Brown, Illustrated, 1890
Located in Colorado Springs, CO
Philadelphia: William T. Amies, c. 1880. Illustrated. Large quarto, with original full leather carved and gilt
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Antique 1890s American Baroque Revival Books

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Leather, Paper

Arts Decoratifs et Industriels Modernes Encyclopedie, 12 Books, 1925
Located in Atlanta, GA
Rare the 'Encyclopedie des Arts Decoratifs et Industriels Modernes' (Encyclopedia of Modern
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Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Books

"Heading For the Hi Country" Colorado Rocky Mountains Cowboy Scene
By Bill Chappell
Located in San Antonio, TX
, and wood and leather carvings. His leather work expanded into saddlery, and he began making silver
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1960s Impressionist Landscape Paintings

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Oil

Brunswick Marquette Walnut Pool Table with Accessories
By Brunswick Co.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
, numerous videos and books, and other accessories, including “Billiard Encyclopedia” and “Blue Book of Pool
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20th Century Arts and Crafts Game Tables

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Walnut

Set of 8 Leather Bound Encyclopedia
Located in Brea, CA
Set of 8 leather bound encyclopedia We've acquired many leather bound books from a collection, see
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20th Century Books

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Leather, Paper

Set of 8 Leather Bound Encyclopedia
Set of 8 Leather Bound Encyclopedia
H 10.5 in W 2.25 in D 8 in
20th Century Collection of Nine Leather Bound Encyclopedia's
Located in Chicago, IL
20th century collection of nine leather bound encyclopedia's.
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20th Century American Books

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Leather, Paper

Set of Leather Bound "The Catholic Encyclopedia", circa 1910-1914
Located in San Francisco, CA
About An early 20th century collection of 6 leather bound "The Catholic Encyclopedia" with top
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Early 20th Century Industrial Books

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Leather, Paper

Diderot Encyclopedia the Complete Illustrations, 5 Vol. in Slipcase
By Denis Diderot
Located in Bridgeport, CT
blue cloth and navy blue leather with gold print. Dimensions: 4 1/4" x 6 7/8" vol 1-4 Slipcase - 9 1
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20th Century Hollywood Regency Books

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Leather, Paper

Rare Set of Encyclopedia Britannica 9th Edition '1878-1889' Vols 1-24 Plus Index
By Encyclopaedia Britannica
Located in Ottawa, Ontario
Encyclopedia Britannica, 9th Edition 1878 - 1889, Vols. 1-24, Plus Index. A rare set of
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Antique Late 19th Century English Victorian Books

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Paper

Complete Collection Gilt Leather Bound Book Set
Located in Tarry Town, NY
Decorate your sturdy / library room with this complete collection set of gilt leather bound library
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Vintage 1950s North American Books

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Leather, Paper

Complete Collection Gilt Leather Bound Book Set
Located in Tarry Town, NY
Decorate your sturdy / library room with this complete collection set of gilt leather bound library
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Mid-20th Century North American Books

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Leather, Paper

Vintage Asprey's Reference Library, English, Leather, Compendium, 8 Books, 1925
By Asprey International Limited
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is a vintage Asprey's of London reference library. An English, leather-bound compendium of 8
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Early 20th Century British Edwardian Books

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Leather

Very Large Collection of Antiquarian Leather Bound Books
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Large collection of antiquarian leather bound books including Waverley Novels, Tarbell's Life of
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Antique 19th Century Edwardian Books

Rare Calugi e Giannelli Men's 'Violent Angels' Italian Leather Jacket, A/W 1988
By Calugi e Giannelli
Located in Doncaster, South Yorkshire
An absolutely incredible vintage mens leather jacket from the 80s by the genius Italian designer
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1980s Italian Jackets

Large Scottish Holy Bible from the 19th Century
Located in Austin, TX
. John Brown. Featuring many steel and color engravings and encyclopedia reference illustrations, this
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Antique 19th Century Scottish Books

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Brass

Large English Holy Bible with Clasps from the 19th Century
Located in Austin, TX
Commentaries of Scott and Henry Featuring many sepia and color engravings and encyclopedia reference
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Antique 19th Century English Books

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Brass

1896 Antique Howes Historical Collections of Ohio Illustrated Engravings Laning
Located in Dayton, OH
1896 antique Howes Historical Collections of Ohio, volumn I & II. An encyclopedia of the State
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Antique 1890s Victorian Books

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Leather, Paper

The Holy Bible, with Annotations by the Rev. Dr. Challoner, Illustrated, 1876
Located in Colorado Springs, CO
. Sadlier & Co., 1876. Illustrated. Large quarto, with original full leather carved and gilded boards
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Antique 1870s American Religious Items

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Pewter

Calugi E Giannelli Men's Vintage Avant Garde Utility Jacket, 1980s
By Calugi e Giannelli
Located in Doncaster, South Yorkshire
. With a leather belt to the bottom of the back and sides which pulls in the waist giving a current
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1980s Italian Jackets

10 Volumes, Benson Lossing & Woodrow Wilson, Harpers Encyclopedia of U.S History
Located in New York, NY
10 Volumes. Benson John Lossing & Woodrow Wilson, Harper's Encyclopedia of United States History
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20th Century American Books

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Leather

Leather Collection of 20 Book Set, 1909-1959
Located in New York, NY
Nordic Family Book Encyclopedia set on Film (1909-1959). Published by Stenström & Bartelson, Malmö
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Books

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Leather

Set of Red Leather Encyclopedia Britannica Books
Located in Santa Rosa, CA
This set is in good condition and there are a total of 24 volumes. The total measures 44" wide and 11" high with a depth of 9".
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Vintage 1940s American Decorative Objects

10 brilliant red encyclopedia
Located in st. helena, napa valley, CA
ancient, leather bound encyclopedia. for accessory / shelve filler. stunning in an all white room
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American Books

1920s Encyclopedia Britannica Louis Vuitton Trunk
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Haguenau, FR
Encyclopedia Britannica Louis Vuitton Malle. Stencil monogram made for britannica encyclopedia
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Vintage 1920s French Trunks and Luggage

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Brass

Complete Imperial Cyclopaedia of Machinery, circa 1855
Located in Hudson, NY
Excellent Industrial engravings and explanatory pages in this large encyclopedia made in reference
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Antique 1850s English Books

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Leather, Paper

Regency Octagonal Mahogany Library Table. C. 1820
Located in New York, NY
proportions and design. The octagonal shaped top with a brown tooled leather surrounded by a crossbanded and
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Antique 19th Century English Center Tables

Regency circular rosewood drum table , C 1820
Located in New York, NY
enriched with carved details. The round top with a tooled red leather and a beveled edge molding. The
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20th Century English End Tables

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Rosewood

Classic Georgian Mahogany small size Drum Table, English C 1810
Located in New York, NY
both the neat execution in richly colored mahogany and the tailored detailing. The tooled green leather
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Antique 19th Century English End Tables

French Encyclopedia Books, Larousse Universel, 1922
Located in Austin, TX
Larousse Universel is a 2 volumes A to Z French encyclopedia published by Larousse editions, Paris
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Vintage 1920s French Books

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Leather, Paper

French Books-Encyclopedia d' Enseignement Moderne, 1922
Located in Austin, TX
3 volumes of French Encyclopedia published by Librairie Aristide Quillet, Paris 1922. Tome one
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Vintage 1920s French Books

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Leather, Paper

French Encyclopedia, Two Volumes Nouveau Larousse Universel, 1948
Located in Austin, TX
Le Nouveau Larousse Universal is a 2 volumes, A to Z, encyclopedia published by Librairie Larousse
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Vintage 1940s French Books

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Leather, Paper

1866 Complete Pierre Larousse French Encyclopedia 16 Volumes
By Pierre Larousse
Located in Petaluma, CA
This is a complete set of 16 original volumes of the Pierre Larousse Encyclopedia. The first 15
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Antique Late 19th Century French Books

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Paper

1970's Manolo Blahnik Suede and Gold leather night shoes.
By Manolo Blahnik
Located in Bilbao, ES
Gorgeous Manolo Blahnik Black Suede and Gold Leather shoes. These shoes are from the very beginning
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1970s Spanish Shoes

French Books, Larousse Universel, 1948
Located in Austin, TX
Larousse Universel is a 2 volumes A to Z French encyclopedia published by Larousse editions, Paris
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Vintage 1940s French Books

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Leather, Paper

French Books, Larousse Universel, 1948
French Books, Larousse Universel, 1948
H 11.75 in W 8.5 in D 4.75 in
French Book Nouvelle Enclyclopedie, Resume des Sciences et Arts, 1834
Located in Austin, TX
French Translation of Gerson Hesse's New Encyclopedia published by Chez Didier, Paris 1834. Hard
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Antique Mid-19th Century French Books

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Leather, Paper

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