Unique representation of Islamic art is this manuscript book commissioned by the emir of Buchara almost 200 years ago and written by the most famous calligrapher at that  More »

Unique representation of Islamic art is this manuscript book commissioned by the emir of Buchara almost 200 years ago and written by the most famous calligrapher at that time, Yarmuhammad Bayqarakshi from Herat, now in Afghanistan. The book has 5 chapters each in form of a book dated on the last page between 1231 AH and 1233 AH (Anno Hegirae). The first book relates to the philosophical achievements, life in the world, parables, legends and explanations. It has 7976 versets and is named Hairet-ol-abrar. The last page includes the name of the emir of Buchara, Mir Ali Sheer Navai who commissioned the manuscript book and the calligrapher. The second book is named Farhad-o Shirin and is the story of 2 lovers. The hero of the story in order to demonstrate his love, goes to the mountains and brings water from the heart of the stones. The third book is named Leyla ile Majnun and is a revival of the 16th. century Persian story Fuzuli.   « Less

Unique antique Indian manuscript book written in Hindi with exquisite illuminations and numerous illustrations. The book is probably dating to 17-18 century and is in  More »

Unique antique Indian manuscript book written in Hindi with exquisite illuminations and numerous illustrations. The book is probably dating to 17-18 century and is in excellent condition except some water stains. It was rebound in 20th. century in a modern binding and casing in a custom box. Additional photos available on request to the interested buyer. We ship by priority mail or Fedex and for our international clientele, we ship by priority mail international or Fedex. The buyer is responsible for the customs duty if any charged. We accept payment by Paypal echeck or credit cards through Paypal, or bank wire to our bank. In case of return for a refund for any reasons, the shipping fees both ways and insurance are not refundable. After 60 days from the purchase, Paypal fees are not refundable by Paypal and all returns are in form of credit for exchange with any other item from our inventory of the same price or higher.   « Less

We have for sale a book about Winston Churchill. The title of the book is " A man of destiny" Copyright (c) Country Beautiful Foundation, Inc., 1965. All rights reserved,  More »

We have for sale a book about Winston Churchill. The title of the book is " A man of destiny" Copyright (c) Country Beautiful Foundation, Inc., 1965. All rights reserved, first edition. There are 98 pages telling about his life. There are epilogne from leaders of the world upon his death. There are pictures of his paintings. He tells of how the painting carried him through troubled times. The spine shows some wear and there are some aging spots on the first 2 or 3 pages of the book. Otherwise the book is in good condition. It weighs 1.5 pounds and measures 12.375 x 9.25 x .5.We do have more photographs that we can email if you are interested. And if you have any questions please contact us by email or telephone before you purchase the item. Please view our Terms of Sale and Shipping policy. We only ship to the continental U.S. We do have a retail store and there are times the item may be sold through our store. We try to remove items immediately or the next day at the latest. Mixup's are bound to occur and if this happens we apologize for the confusion Status: For Sale Reference#: go_wcb Condition: very good Year: 1965 Height: 12.375 in. (31.43 cm) Depth: .5 in. (1.27 cm) Width: 9.25 in. (23.49 cm) Weight: 1.5 Title: 1965 Book On Winston Churchill- A Man Of Destiny   « Less

Hardback, rare original 1853 United States Constitution book dedicated to each of the new members of the Senate to be supplied with the same number and description of books  More »

Hardback, rare original 1853 United States Constitution book dedicated to each of the new members of the Senate to be supplied with the same number and description of books as were furnished to each of members of the Senate of the last Congress. Passed by the senate 5th of January 1853. Printed by T.K. & F.G. Collins. Note: There is a stamp on the inside cover with the name J.W. Van De Water, Brooklyn, N.Y., might be the same person that is on the 1898 roster of the Holland Society, N.Y.C. March 30, 1887. Hardback w/blind embossed decorated boards and gilt lettering front and spine. Spine is worn and torn with corners frayed. Pages are in good condition. Attached are photos of the book to include some illustrations inside. If you would like to buy it please call (706) 854-9948; Point of contact: Jose   « Less

HOOSIER CABINETS, A BOOK ON VINTAGE KITCHEN CUPBOARDS, Hoosier Cabinets By Phillip D. Kennedy. Provides detailed information about Hoosier, Sellers, Napanee, Boone, and  More »

HOOSIER CABINETS, A BOOK ON VINTAGE KITCHEN CUPBOARDS, Hoosier Cabinets By Phillip D. Kennedy. Provides detailed information about Hoosier, Sellers, Napanee, Boone, and McDougall Kitchen Cabinets along with the history of the companies that made them. The many photographs and reproduced ads provide excellent help dating and identifying old cabinets. Includes tips and techniques to use in the repair and restoration of these old kitchen cabinets. Softcover, 168 pages.   « Less

Large ornate book bindingReference No.: 12Date: 1620Category: Curiosities and Natural HistoryLocation of Origin: Europe / EnglandPrice: 4000Medium/Materials: Leather Brass  More »

Large ornate book bindingReference No.: 12Date: 1620Category: Curiosities and Natural HistoryLocation of Origin: Europe / EnglandPrice: 4000Medium/Materials: Leather Brass and PaperDimensions: 18in (h) x 12in (w) x 6in (d)Description: Dutch New Testament printed circa 1660 in Leyden by Paulus Aertsz van Ravesteyn in an early and ornate leather and brass binding.Provenance: Private collection Antwerp BelgiumAdditional Information: Maps have been removed.For more information on this item, click through to GentlemanCollector.com   « Less

PYLE, HOWARD. HOWARD PYLE'S BOOK OF PIRATES. Fiction, Fact and Fancy concerning the Buccaneers and Marooners of the Spanish Main from the writing and illustrations of Howard  More »

PYLE, HOWARD. HOWARD PYLE'S BOOK OF PIRATES. Fiction, Fact and Fancy concerning the Buccaneers and Marooners of the Spanish Main from the writing and illustrations of Howard Pyle. complied by Merle Johnson. NY: Harper and Brothers (1921). Large 4to (9 3/4 x 12 3/4), (247)p., cloth backed boards, pictorial past-on, No torn pages. No writing on pages. Outside Book edges slightly worn.   « Less

Circa: 1875 Condition: Used Size: 4 1/2 " by 3" This is a wonderful greatly used children's book about going to school which has wonderful illustration all artistically  More »

Circa: 1875 Condition: Used Size: 4 1/2 " by 3" This is a wonderful greatly used children's book about going to school which has wonderful illustration all artistically done for that era. It is written to encourage and admonish children about school. Has a wonderful poem that is "I should not like to be a dunce, and never learn to read, So let me fetch my books at once, and no excuses plead." The artistry is so appropriate for children and it depicts what they looked like at that time in history.   « Less

Circa: 1924 Condition: Used Size: 7 1/2" by 5 1/2 inches This is the 1924 edition of a wonderful illustrated, book of verses, and songs. It explains about Christopher  More »

Circa: 1924 Condition: Used Size: 7 1/2" by 5 1/2 inches This is the 1924 edition of a wonderful illustrated, book of verses, and songs. It explains about Christopher Robin calling his swan "Pooh." The author talks with and walks with Christopher Robin and there are wonderful poems that are delightful, as well as the illustrations. Some child has done some coloring of the illustrations in the front but it just makes it more precious.   « Less

Circa: 1966 Condition: Good Size: 4 by 7 inches Wonderful illustrations, concerning the topic of that era, which was everywhere, "love." It was in all the songs, books,  More »

Circa: 1966 Condition: Good Size: 4 by 7 inches Wonderful illustrations, concerning the topic of that era, which was everywhere, "love." It was in all the songs, books, etc. Great childrens book   « Less