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Michael, George Edward was born on August 29, 1919 in Rochester, New Hampshire, United States. Son of Joseph and Antoinette (Arooth) Michael.
(Author, George Michael. Contains over 200 black and white...)
Author, George Michael. Contains over 200 black and white illustrations. "The Federal Period, spanning from 1770 to 1830, is generally thought to have been the time of America's finest design and craftsmanship. It was the last era of hand manufacture and no other period in American history has produced work of such high quality across a broad spectrum. In this study of important contributions in the areas of furniture, ceramics, glass, pewter, silver and timepieces, George Michael selects and discusses representative work of the major designers and craftsmen. Appropriately illustrated with photographs taken in museums and private homes this collectors' book includes a price list of major pieces and explores in detail the work of artisans such as Hepplewhite, Sheraton, Phyfe, and Revere, as well as others who while less well known, made distinctive contributions to this quintessential American age." The spine is tight and straight, the pages are clean and has no tears, no highlights. Total 239 pages. The overlook Press, publishers. This book is out of print. A very good find for the book lover who loves antiques and furniture, etc. One can learn a lot by reading this book!
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(The "who, what, where, and how much" of antiques and coll...)
The "who, what, where, and how much" of antiques and collectibles - everything needed to get started - is presented in this introduction to collecting. With nearly 60 years of experience in buying and selling, appraising, and lecturing on the topic, author George Michael has rightfully earned the title of Mr. Antiques. He again shares his half-century of experience in one handy and easy to use volume. Furniture, glass, ceramics, metalwork, and more are covered in this definitive book - written especially for the novice. The comprehensive chapters include historical information, manufacturing techniques, collecting guidelines, glossaries, and samplings of prices to round out the category. A longtime PBS personality, Mr. Antiques takes collectors into his world with such ease and comfort that they will not feel like beginners for long.
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(Offers an up-to-date introduction to the hobby of antique...)
Offers an up-to-date introduction to the hobby of antiques and collectibles, which covers the whole field from early American furniture to contemporary toys and games. This basic guide provides all the necessary information which will help you find and identify antiques, discern genuine articles from reproductions, date antiques and care for your collectible treasures. Designed as a reference guide for anyone wishing to collect antiques, the book offers clear, straightforward advice on where to look for collectibles and what to do with them once you have bought them.
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Michael, George Edward was born on August 29, 1919 in Rochester, New Hampshire, United States. Son of Joseph and Antoinette (Arooth) Michael.
Student, Emerson College, 1937-1938.
Radio/television writer, General Electric, Schenectady, New York, 1945-1947; radio writer, WROW, Albany, New York, 1947-1950; television writer, Public Broadcasting television, Durham, N.H., 1963-1987.
(Offers an up-to-date introduction to the hobby of antique...)
(The "who, what, where, and how much" of antiques and coll...)
(Collecting reference, hardcover.)
(Vintage antiquing anecdotes.)
(Author, George Michael. Contains over 200 black and white...)
Moderator Town of Merrimack, New Jersey, 1968-1972. Master sergeant United States Army, 1942-1945. Named to National Auctioneers Association Hall of Fame, 1986.
Married Elizabeth Michael, October 20, 1946. Children: Gregory, Glenn, Geoffrey, Gary, Gerald.