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DESIGN AND DECORATING BOOKS

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LARGE GROUPING OF ART, DESIGN, ETC BOOKS: Including Landscapes of the Civil War, The American's New Art, Women Photographers, etc. Dimensions: (Largest) H 12.25" x W 10" x D 1.25" Condition: Varying conditions. Used. Uncollated.

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3 Boxes of Books incl Great War Related: 3 Boxes Books incl. Source Records of the Great War, Great Events by Famous Historians, approx. 34 books, with art nouveau design, 1923 -

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Four Reference Books on Edged weapon and Guns: Four Reference Books on Edged weapon and Guns. Total length (inside scabbard if present) : ", Blade length : ". ~ . Detailed condition reports are not included in this catalog. For additional informat

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The Grand Design: Strategy and the U.S. Civil War: The Grand Design: Strategy and the U.S. Civil War By Donald Stoker. Was published by Oxford University Press in 2010. The book is approx 6 1/2" x 2" x 9 1/2" and it weighs 1.87lb. The book is in a goo

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The Grand Design: Strategy and the U.S. Civil War By Donald Stoker: The Grand Design: Strategy and the U.S. Civil War By Donald Stoker. Was published by Oxford University Press in 2010. The book is approx 6 1/2" x 2" x 9 1/2" and it weighs 1.87lb. The book

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Large Dirk van Erp Shell Casing Lamp c1902-1908: Large Dirk van Erp Shell Casing Lamp c1902-1908. Unsigned. Excellent original patina. "Spanish American War Naval Engagement Santiago de Cuba July 3, 1898 Flagship U.S.S. Brooklyn Commodore W.S. Schle

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Roberto Antonio (Echaurren) Matta (1911 - 2002) Abstract Painting w/Provenance: Abstract oil on cardboard painting "Shadows of Morpheus sidereal space" by well listed artist Roberto Antonio (Echaurren) Matta (1911 - 2002). Signed. There is a certification from Instituto Nacional

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RARE AMERICAN CIVIL WAR PERIOD US CAVALRY OFFICER PRESENTATION GRADE SWORD: Rare American Civil War period US cavalry officer's Presentation Grade Sword. A beautiful and rare example with its gilt brass furniture, silver grip with steel and yellow metal scabbard. Large curved

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Fabulous 19th C. English or Scottish Navy Captain's Table Bell of Ram Horns with Awesome Serpent Sil: Fabulous 19th C. English or Scottish Navy Captain's Table Bell of Ram Horns with Awesome Serpent Silver Color Metal Mounts. Complete with original Stand & Hammer. Gorgeous Piece which Would Make a Cen

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2022Rare American Civil War era US Artillery Officer's Sword with Well Etched Blade and New York Maker'sSee Sold Price

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Rare Album 23 WW2 Holocaust Photographs Dachau Concentration Camp: Very rare WW2 23 original Holocaust photographs from Dachau concentration camp. When the men of the 42nd “Rainbow” Division rolled into the Bavarian town of Dachau at the tail end of World War II,

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Good 1650s English Cromwellian Civil War Lobster-tail Horseman Helmet.: Good 1650s English Cromwellian Civil War Lobster-tail Horseman Helmet. ~~ DEAR BIDDERS, Please View More Detailed Close-Up Images by visiting our website - Sofedesignauctions.com ~ Thank you ! ~~~~~~.

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Rare Massive English or American made Guardless Bowie: Rare Massive English or American made Guardless Bowie Knife ~ California Gold Rush to Civil War era ~ Horn Grips & Brass Mounts ~ Original Ornate Tooled Leather Scabbard. Total Length (inside scabbard

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Russian civil war1918-1919 Cuban Cossacks private: Russian civil war1918-1919 Cuban Cossacks private cherkeska

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Nice Civil War Period Officer Sword with Engraved Blade: Nice Civil War Period Officer Sword. Slightly curved engraved German Blade still retains gild panels, maker marked "Clauberg Solengen", bearing military motifs with the motto - "Always Ready" in the m

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Rare 17th-early 18th C. English Scottish Fighting Dirk with an Impressive Main-Gauge Blade & Fine Br: Rare 17th-early 18th C. English Scottish Fighting Dirk with an Impressive Main-Gauge Blade & Fine Brass Mounted Carved Wood Grip. A Unique and Rare Early Example. Total Length: 13 3/4", Blade Length :

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Creating the not so big house, Laura Ashley, The decorating book, Brittens Old Clocks and Watches, Flea Market decorating, How to decorate with antique trunks, Life's Picture History of World War II. Dimensions: H 14.25" x W 10.5" Condition: All showing signs of use and age.

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This is an on-site auction where all the items remain at our Second Annex Gallery location in Bridgeport, CT for pickup. Items must be picked up in the time frame of Monday October 26st through Friday October 30th 9am-5pm FIVE DAY WINDOW, NO EXCEPTIONS. The Absence of a condition statement does not imply that the lot is in perfect condition or completely free from wear and tear, imperfections or the effects of aging. Condition requests can be requested via email. Any condition statement given, as a courtesy to a client, is only an opinion and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Westport Auction shall have no responsibility for any error or omission.

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DESIGN AND DECORATING BOOKS

Name: DESIGN AND DECORATING BOOKS
SKU: 91832146
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