The Ultimate Corkscrew Book [antique/collectible/figural/wine/pullers/extractors/levers/knives/cork screws]

Donald Bull

Verlag: Schiffer Publishing, 1999

Beschreibung

Oversized 9 1/4" x 12 1/4" tan cloth with black titling to front board and spine, in illustrated dustjacket; 308 pp. An enormous, nearly 5-pound, illustrated volume on antique and collectible corkscrews. This copy Very Good or better with only some bumping to the corner tips and a few small blemishes on the cover; otherwise pristine and Fine. Jacket is about Near Fine with only minor bumping at the tips and some slight rubbing on the back panel; otherwise Fine. See photo enlarged. "An armchair guide to corkscrews with over 700 color photographs and 3600 illustrated and documented examples, The Ultimate Corkscrew Book showcases the diversity and creativity that has occurred in the production of corkscrews over the last several hundred years. Remarkably, all examples featured in this extensive volume come from one source: the author's personal collection. Longtime collector of corkscrews, author Donald A. Bull displays the breadth of his collection through categorical examples of Eclectic Corkscrews, Figural Corkscrews, Corkscrew knives, and Miscellaneous Corkscrews along with their current market values. These items reflect the labors of a most relentless and diligent pursuit on the author's part, which has resulted in one of the most comprehensive collections of corkscrews ever amassed. This text will truly open the eyes of every devotee, from the novice to the true addict, enticing all to explore the entire range of this twisted hobby." - publisher. Bestandsnummer des Verkäufers 01845v

Bibliografische Details

Titel: The Ultimate Corkscrew Book [antique/...

Verlag: Schiffer Publishing

Erscheinungsdatum: 1999

Einband: Oversized Hardcover

Zustand: Very Good +