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Henry Penn Bellfounder: Peterborough to Pennsylvania
Commemorates the work of this Peterborough bellfounder and his C18th bells found in churches in Northamptonshire and East Anglia. This is a 2005 reprint of the original, re-issued to accompany a series of lectures by Northamptonshire Record Society on Henry Penn. Paperback.
Naves, Towers & Spires: A Walk Around York's Mediaeval Parish Churches
Twenty-two churches described and illustrated in colour along with a walking itinerary. Paperback. 44 pages. Small inscribed dedication from the author on the title page, otherwise in good condition. Cat No 4966
Mesolithic Assemblage In Sussex: Excavations at Belle Tout, Beachy Head
Paperback. 20 pages. Minor signs of wear, otherwise good condition. Cat No 4965
The World Map in Hereford Cathedral circa 1300
Discusses the possible identity of the author of the map, its purpose, the materials used, its preservation and the geographic features depicted, as well as its decorative border and the men and beasts shown. Seven b&w plates accompany the text.
Claverton Pumping Station: A Definitive Study
A description of the history, construction and function of the pumping station on the Kennet & Avon Canal, built in 1810, restored and still working today. Paperback. 66 pages. Slight wear to corners, otherwise good clean condition. Cat No 4963
Treasures on Earth: Museums, Collections and Paradoxes
The Director of the University Museum Oxford asks: “Why are so many museums seriously short of funds and some failing. Who are museums for? Who will pay? Who will choose?” Paperback. 114 pages. In new condition. Cat No 4962
Ausstellung Romanische Kunst in Österreich
A very large paperback exhibition catalogue marking every aspect of Austrian Romanesque art. 428 buildings and artefacts are described alongside four fold-out location maps followed by 72 colour and b&w plates. Text in German. Paperback. 366 pages. Good condition.
Wooden Shoes: Their Makers and their Wearers
History of the Dutch clog, a complete review of their manufacturing technique and their decoration. English text. Paperback. 72 pages. In good condition. Cat No 4958
A Collection of Russian Metal Icons
A sale catalogue of 529 metal icons, crucifixes and baptismal crosses. Each is described in terms of subject, material used, size, date and price alongside a b&w photograph. Paperback. 96 pages. Small cover corner crease, otherwise good clean condition.
