Collectible Bells: Treasures of Sight and Sound Contributor(s): Baker, Donna S. (Author) |
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ISBN: 0764305557 ISBN-13: 9780764305559 Publisher: Schiffer Publishing OUR PRICE: $37.95 Product Type: Hardcover Published: May 1998 Annotation: A wonderful assortment of bells from around the world identified and shown in over 590 color photographs includes bells of many sizes, shapes, styles, colors, and textures, from school bells, cowbells, and bicycle bells to souvenir bells, commemoratives, and figurines. Basic bell types include open mouth bells, crotals, gongs, mechanical bells, and chimes. Bells for every taste and inclination! |
Additional Information |
BISAC Categories: - Technology & Engineering | Technical & Manufacturing Industries & Trades |
Dewey: 681.868 |
LCCN: 98004707 |
Series: Schiffer Book for Collectors |
Physical Information: 0.87" H x 8.72" W x 11.31" (2.76 lbs) 192 pages |
Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
Publisher Description: In this colorful and descriptive book, you will find a wonderful assortment of bells both functional and decorative, from school bells, cowbells, and bicycle bells to souvenir bells, commemoratives, and figurines. Universally admired for their beauty and tone, bells have been known and used since antiquity. Here, over 590 full color photographs illustrate the incredible diversity of sizes, shapes, styles, colors, and textures which characterize these fascinating collectibles. +Starting with a review of basic bell types, including open mouth bells, crotals, gongs, mechanical bells, and chimes, Collectible Bells: Treasures of Sight and Sound provides separate, informative chapters on materials used to make bells, bells from around the world, bells with a specific purpose, bells of all shapes and styles, and more. Within its pages you'll find antique and contemporary bells, traditional and unusual bells, elegant and humorous bells-bells for every taste and inclination An index, extensive bibliography, and values are also included in this captivating and enjoyable book. |