The Antiques Magpie: A Compendium of Absorbing History, Stories and Facts from the World of Antiques

by Marc Allum

Book Overview

From the mythical artefacts of the ancient world to saucy seaside postcards, The Antiques Magpie explores the wonderful world of antiques and collectables.

With Antiques Roadshow regular Marc Allum as your guide, go in search of stolen masterpieces, explore the first museums, learn the secrets of the forgers and brush up on your auction technique.

Meet the garden gnome insured for 1 million, track down Napoleon's toothbrush, find...

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1848316038
• ISBN13: 9781848316034
• Release Date: September 2013
• Publisher: Icon Books
• Length: 224 Pages
• Weight: 0.75 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.0" x 5.4" x 8.0"