Miller's

Collecting the 1950's

By Marsh, Madeleine

Publishers Summary:
Evoking those days when we never had it so good, Collecting the 1950's is filled with period classics from designers creations to the ultimate in kitsch, from objects worth thousands of dollars to pieces that can be picked up for less than a few dollars. This unique book covers furniture, ceramics, glass, technology, toys, games, rock and pop, clothes, and accessories, providing a price guide and design history for every item shown, plus essential tips for the future collector.

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ISBN
978-1-85732-605-5
Publisher
Mitchell Beazley


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Library Journal

Reviewed on November 1, 1997

Often depicted as the era of bad taste, the 1950s usually evokes little more than poodle skirts and kidney-shaped tables in terms of style. However, as Marsh (also editor of the latest annual Miller's Collectibles Price Guide) points out, it was one of the most important periods in design history. It was the decade that brought high fashion to the masses, the clean look of Scand...Log In or Sign Up to Read More

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