Reference Books

This is an illustrated book documenting European Porcelain by Jan Divis.

This is "American Arts and Crafts Textiles" book. It is written by Ayres, Hansen, McPherson, and McPherson. This book has many useful illustrations with descriptions.

This is an "Early American Decoration" book by Esther Stevens Brazer. The book expands on technique, and is essential for enthusiasts, restorations, and artists branching into this era.

This is a book about Rookwood pottery by Anita J. Ellis. It examines the types and techniques.

This book references fashion jewelry from 1925-1975. It is written by Lillian Baker, and has large illustrations.

This is a book documenting Art Deco styles. Thoroughly illustrated, the book examines household, architecture, jewelry, etc. It is written by Theodore Menten.

This is "The Opulent Interiors of the Gilded Age" book by Lewis, Turner, and McQuillin. The book illustrates and discusses interiors of magnificent houses.

This is "The Valentine and it's Origins" by Frank Staff.

This book, by Leslie Greene Bowman, tracks the arts and crafts designs of America. The book has photos, and gives specific makers, maker marks, and era examples.

This is a book, "The Aloha Shirt," describing the Hawaiian Aloha shirt. The book is written by Dale Hope and Gregory Tozian, and has photos.

This is a Better Homes and Garden book on American Crafts. The book examines colonial, country, and victorian styles and techniques.

This book, by Loraine Burdick, is a hardback following the career of Shirley Temple. The book has wonderful photos and descriptions.

This is a book documenting the works of Louis Tiffany. The book is written by Robert Koch, and has wonderful descriptions and photos.