Antique clocks, musical boxes and automata Books

Das Buch ""Die Florentiner Niobegruppe: Ein Beitrag Zur Geschichte Der Antiken Gruppe"" von Hans Ohlrich aus dem Jahr 1888 besch�����ftigt sich mit der Geschichte der antiken Niobegruppe aus Florenz. Dabei geht der Autor auf die Entstehungsgeschichte und...

Ce livre, intitul����� ""Catalogue De La Biblioth�����que C�����l�����bre De M. Ludwig Tieck Qui Sera Vendue ����� Berlin Le 10 D�����cembre 1849 Et Jours Suivants"" a �����t����� �����crit par Johann Ludwig Tieck. Il s'agit d'un catalogue de la...

The Parlor Scrap Book is a collection of poems, stories, and essays compiled by Willis Gaylord Clark and published in 1836. The book is designed to be a source of entertainment and education for families and individuals in their parlors. It includes...

""Die Sammlungen von Gegenst�����nden des Altertums, der Kunst, der V������lkerkunde und von Waffen im Gro�����herzoglichen Museum zu Darmstadt"" ist ein Buch von Philipp Alexander Ferdinand Walther, das 1844 ver������ffentlicht wurde. Das Buch...

Bristol, Connecticut has deep ties to the history of clock and watch making. While the early years of Bristol’s history are well documented, less is known about Bristol’s bustling 20th century clock industry. From 1900 to 1970, the factories...

A beautifully illustrated and meticulously researched book on the history of the watch, exploring its evolution from early timekeeping devices to modern luxury accessories, and featuring profiles of key watchmakers, stunning photographs, and informative...

El Manual de reparación paso a paso más completo y actualizado para propietarios de relojes de cuco. Cientos de fotografías y diagramas. Dedicado al Reloj de Cuco. Versión 2021 actualizada.* ¿Tiene un reloj especial...

"Watchmakers and Clockmakers of the World" is a comprehensive reference book of the most notable makers of clocks and watches in the world at the time when this book was first published. It is presented as a series of lists, each containing different...

This handy volume contains a comprehensive guide to cleaning, repairing, and adjusting watches. It includes information on all the tools, materials, appliances, and processes employed in watchwork. This antiquarian volume was originally intended for the...

Lucania Numismatica, Seu Lucaniae Populorum Numismata Omnia est liber auctore Dominico Magnan, editus anno 1775. In hoc libro, auctor describit omnes numismata quae a populis Lucaniae emissa sunt, cum imagines earum et inscriptiones. Lucania, regio...

Discover the fascinating history, cultural significance, and technological advancements of wristwatches in this comprehensive guide. From the early origins and evolution of. to their impact on. this book explores the intersection of tradition and...

Old Tavern Signs: An Excursion In The History Of Hospitality (1916) is a book written by Fritz Endell that explores the history of taverns and inns through the study of their signs. The book delves into the origins of taverns and their importance in...

""Metallic Implements of the New York Indians"" is a historical book written by William Martin Beauchamp in 1902. The book explores the metal tools and weapons used by the indigenous peoples of New York State before the arrival of Europeans. The author...

Watches through the Ages: Tradition Meets TechnologyDelve into the fascinating journey of timekeeping with "Watches through the Ages: Tradition Meets Technology," a comprehensive exploration of the evolution of watches from ancient times to the modern...

The History And Antiquities Of North Allerton: In The County Of York is a book written by Christopher James Davison Ingledew in 1858. The book is a comprehensive account of the history and antiquities of North Allerton, a town located in the county of...

The Antiquarian Magazine And Bibliographer V3: January-June, 1883 (1883) is a book written by Edward Walford. The book is a compilation of articles and essays related to antiquarianism and bibliographic studies. It covers a wide range of topics such as...

Originally published in 1826, this very early work on Treatise on clock and watch Making is both expensive and hard to find in its first edition. It is a comprehensive and informative look at the subject with much of the information still useful and...

The Arts of Japan is a comprehensive book written by Edward Dillon in 1906. The book explores the rich artistic heritage of Japan, covering a wide range of topics including painting, sculpture, ceramics, metalwork, lacquerware, and textiles. The author...

Sussex Archeological Collections V15: Relating To The History And Antiquities Of The County (1863) is a book written by George P. Bacon. The book is a collection of essays and articles on the history and archaeology of the county of Sussex in England. It...

On The Development And Distribution Of Primitive Locks And Keys is a book written by Augustus Henry Lane Fox Pitt-Rivers in 1883. The book is a comprehensive study of the evolution and distribution of primitive locks and keys, covering the historical...

The book ""List Of Books Received By The American Antiquarian Society From The Sale Of The First Part Of The Brinley Library (1879)"" by Nathaniel Paine is a comprehensive list of books that were acquired by the American Antiquarian Society during the...

Le livre ""Le Tr�����sor de San'a: Monnaies Himyaritiques (1880)"" de Gustave L�����on Schlumberger est une �����tude d�����taill�����e des monnaies du royaume Himyarite, une ancienne civilisation qui a prosp�����r����� dans la r�����gion du Y�����men...

This text comprises concise treatise on the tower clock, designed and made for the University of Chicago by the Chicago Manual Training School of the University of Chicago. Complete with detailed descriptions and explanations of its machinations, as well...

Antoine Stradivari Luthier C�����l�����bre Connu Sous Le Nom De Stradivarius (1856) est un livre �����crit par Fran�����ois Joseph F�����tis. Il s'agit d'une biographie d�����taill�����e d'Antoine Stradivari, un c�����l�����bre luthier italien du XVIIe...

The Murch Collection of Egyptian Antiquities is a book written by Arthur C. Mace and published in 1912. The book is a detailed account of the collection of Egyptian artifacts that were acquired by Charles Murch, a wealthy businessman and collector. The...

La Science Des Medailles V2 (1739) est un livre �����crit par Louis Jobert. Il s'agit d'un ouvrage qui traite de la science des m�����dailles. Le livre est divis����� en deux parties. La premi�����re partie traite de l'histoire des m�����dailles, de leur...

""A Dissertation On The Ancient Chinese Vases Of The Shang Dynasty: From 1743 To 1496 B.C."" is a book written by Peter Perring Thoms and first published in 1851. The book is a detailed study of the ancient Chinese vases that were created during the...

Provincial Antiquities of Scotland is a book written by Walter Scott in 1834. The book is a comprehensive description of the historical and cultural artifacts of Scotland's provinces. It is divided into six sections, each focusing on a different province...

Autograph Letters and Autographs of the Signers of the Declaration of Independence is a historical book written by George Clifford Thomas and published in 1908. The book contains a collection of autographed letters and documents written by the signers of...

""A Treatise On The Structure And Preservation Of The Violin And All Other Bow Instruments"" is a book written by Jacob August Otto in 1848. The book is a comprehensive guide to the construction and maintenance of violins and other bow instruments. It...

""A Gold Treasure Of The Late Roman Period"" is a book written by Walter Dennison and published in 1918. The book details the discovery of a collection of gold objects from the late Roman period, including jewelry, coins, and other decorative items...

""Thuricum Sepultum Et Tantum Non Ignoratum Indagatum Atque Retectum"" ist eine Sammlung alter und neuer Grabschriften, die im Jahr 1780 von David von Moos ver������ffentlicht wurde. Das Buch enth�����lt eine Vielzahl von Inschriften auf Grabsteinen, die...

This early work on clockmaking is thoroughly recommended for inclusion on the bookshelf of all horologists. Eight plates and 24 illustrations accompany a wealth of information and anecdote on British clocks and clockmakers. Many of the earliest books,...

This early work on English clocks is thoroughly recommended for inclusion on the bookshelf of all horologists. Contents Include: The Beginnings of the English School of Clock-making, The Weight-driven Clock, The Spring-driven Clock, Clock-making in...

Staffordshire Pottery And Its History is a comprehensive book written by Josiah Clement Wedgwood in 1913. The book delves into the history of Staffordshire pottery, which is considered to be one of the most important centers of pottery production in...

The Cuckoo Clock Owner?s Repair ManualSeries: Clock Repair you can Follow Along The most comprehensive and most up-to-date, Step by Step Repair Manual for Cuckoo Clock Owners. Hundreds of photos and diagrams. Dedicated to the Cuckoo Clock. Updated...

This vintage book contains a complete guide to watchmaking, with information on watch and clock cleaning and repairing, tempering in all its grades, making tools, compounding metals, soldering, plating, and more. Written in simple, plain language and...

2022 Hardcover Reprint of 1961 Second Edition. Full facsimile of the original edition. Not reproduced with Optical Recognition software. As The New York Times wrote after his death, Henry B. Fried was "widely acknowledged as the dean of...

2018 Reprint of 1954 Edition.  Full facsimile of the original edition.  Not reproduced with Optical Recognition software.  This work is quite rare in the original and expensive even in the later reprint.  We reprint the original...

"The Clockjobber's Handybook" is a 1889 work by Australian writer Paul Hasluck that focuses on the care and maintenance of watches and timepieces. With chapters on the various tools, appliances, materials, and processes, this classic guide contains...

""M�����moires et documents publi�����s par la Soci�����t����� nationale des Antiquaires de France (1898)"" est un recueil de textes historiques et arch�����ologiques publi����� par la Soci�����t����� nationale des Antiquaires de France. Cet ouvrage...

""Aemner Og Kuriositeter Fra Columbustiden Og Columbusliteraturen"" er en bog skrevet af Harald Weitemeyer og udgivet i 1892. Bogen beskriver emner og kuriositeter fra tiden omkring opdagelsesrejsende Christopher Columbus og hans litteratur. Bogens...

How to Find, Price & Buy A Vintage Rolex WatchFinding a vintage Rolex is easy. Finding one that's worth its price... that's the challenge.Fakes are getting harder to spot, and a poor restoration could end up costing you more than its price in repairs...

The indispensable guide for investing in luxury watches. Build a watch collection that will not only grow in value but also bring joy on the wrist.According to Bloomberg, multiple luxury watches have outperformed vintage cars, Bitcoin and other crypto...