Locke, Michael
Bone, Ivory, and Horn: Identifying Natural Materials
- ISBN 13:
- 9780764343070
- author:
- Locke, Michael
- format:
- HardBack
- publisher:
- Schiffer Publishing Ltd (US)
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2013
- Pages:
- 320
- Dimensions:
- 25.7 x 17.8 x 2.5 cm
- Genre:
- Home & Garden, Antiques & Collectables, ,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 20 working days
Description
Bone, Ivory, and Horn: A Guide to Identifying Natural Materials
This comprehensive guide helps collectors, antique dealers, and conservationists identify and understand the biology, rarity, and value of artifacts made from natural materials such as bone, ivory, horn, and others.
With hundreds of images of actual collectibles, including items like knives and buttons, this technical book provides a detailed reference for those seeking to learn more about these often-misidentified artifacts and how to conserve and restore them.
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