Meest populaire boeken in Nederland●Antiek en verzamelingen

LEGO van Jens Andersen is een onmisbaar boek voor elke LEGO-liefhebber. Ga mee op een culturele reis door de tijd en duik in de fascinerende familiegeschiedenis achter het speelgoed van de eeuw. LEGO van biograaf Jens Andersen is het verhaal achter het speelgoed dat we allemaal kennen. Elk jaar krijgen tussen de tachtig en negentig miljoen kinderen een doos LEGO cadeau, en kopen nog eens tien miljoen volwassenen een set voor zichzelf. Maar LEGO is nog véél meer dan een duizelingwekkend aantal ...

Releasedatum: 2022-10-13 € 11,99

Na lezing van Dat kan mijn kleine zusje ook weet de lezer: •           dat niet alle conceptuele kunst flauwekul is; •           dat Picasso een grootheid is (maar Cézanne beter); •           dat Jackson Pollock niet kliederde; •           dat Dalí met zijn snor schilderde; •  ...

Releasedatum: 2012-09-27 € 14,99

The definitive illustrated edition of the international bestseller with gorgeous new photography of the celebrated netsuke collection, and sumptuous full-colour images hand-picked by Edmund de Waal from his family archive 264 Japanese wood and ivory carvings, none of them bigger than a matchbox: Edmund de Waal was entranced when he first encountered the collection in his great-uncle Iggie's Tokyo apartment. When he later inherited the 'netsuke', they unlocked a story far larger and more dramatic...

Releasedatum: 2011-11-17 € 17,99

This electronic guide is the perfect complement to the MOONWATCH ONLY BOOK. Its purpose is to support every OMEGA Speedmaster owner in any situation, particularly when travelling. In this mobile guide, you won’t find all the details or historical information that the authors have gathered into the original MOONWATCH ONLY book. Its focus is in a different direction: towards model identification, which is a key factor when searching for a Speedmaster. You will find a unique and user-friendly ide...

Releasedatum: 2020-04-12 € 27,99

In De witte weg verteld Edmund de Waal de geschiedenis van het materiaal dat hem als keramist al zijn hele leven fascineert. Door te reizen naar de plekken waar porselein werd uitgevonden, vervaardigd, verfijnd, verzameld en begeerd, probeert hij de aantrekkingskracht te doorgronden van wat ooit bekendstond als ‘het witte goud’. Hij bezoekt de drie landen – China, Duitsland en Engeland – die bepalend zijn geweest bij de ontdekking, de verspreiding en de popularisering van de techniek om ...

Releasedatum: 2015-10-14 € 14,99

Van multimiljonair naar de bijstand Flippo en het spel om de knikkers is het schokkende, waargebeurde en allesomvattende verhaal van Hans Zandvliet. Met het ontketenen van een jarenlange wereldwijde rage vergaart hij in de jaren negentig tientallen miljoenen en leeft als een vorst op zijn landgoed in Wassenaar als buurman van koning Willem-Alexander. In dit krankzinnige, zakelijke avontuur leiden onbetrouwbare zakenpartners, starre onmenselijke bankiers, de kleine lettertjes in een verzekeringsp...

Releasedatum: 2019-08-16 € 11,99

One hundred years ago, in 1914, the Kew Observatory in Great Britain granted a "Class A" chronometer certificate to a wristwatch for the very first time. This was a major achievement for the timepiece in question, a tiny Rolex watch, and it also marked the advent of the modern precision wristwatch. Discover 100 Years of Rolex Chronometers and Rolex Oyster Watches with this e-book.

Releasedatum: 2015-04-15 € 4,99

De meeste reclame-uitingen die we zien zakken meteen weg in het moeras van ons geheugen. Maar er bestaan ook reclamecampagnes die miljoenen Nederlanders zich kunnen herinneren en die deel van onze cultuur zijn gaan uitmaken. Hoe verzin je zo’n pakkende reclame? Jaap Toorenaar vroeg het de bedenkers van ‘Melk, de witte motor’, de olifant van Rolo, de supermarktmanager van Albert Heijn en tientallen andere onvergetelijke reclames. Ze vertellen openhartig over hun gepuzzel en gepieker en over...

Releasedatum: 2019-03-15 € 19,99

Verzamelaars over hun liefde voor vinyl Waarom omringt iemand zich met 70.000 elpees of wijdt hij een heel leven aan Bob Dylan? In dit boek komen 22 vinylfanaten aan het woord; anonieme liefhebbers en bekende muziekfreaks. Ze houden van jazz, tot hiphop en heavy metal. Elke verzamelaar vertelt over zijn passie en presenteert zijn 10 mooiste platen. En natuurlijk: de praktijk. Hoe onderhoud je een verzameling vinyl?

Releasedatum: 2012-10-03 € 4,99

4/5 Sterne **** »Die Informationen in diesem Buch sind sehr hilfreich.«  4/5 Sterne **** Gute Übersicht für jeden, der darüber nachdenkt, sich eine Luxusuhr zu kaufen: »Gute Übersicht über die relevanten Uhrenhersteller und ihre jeweilige Bedeutung. Einige herausragende Modelle werden besprochen. Argumente in Luxusuhren zu investieren werden angeführt. Gut zu lesen.« 4/5 Sterne **** »Vier Sterne. Ansprechend.« »Mir hat das Buch gefallen und jetzt muss ich eine Bank ausrauben, u...

Releasedatum: 2019-06-15 € 9,99

Dit boek Er ontstaat een ander Nederland van Hans Schraders en Herman Poos heeft zich ontwikkeld als een drieluik. Het boek behandelt tien belangrijke sectoren in onze samenleving die de komende jaren grote veranderingen ondergaan. Zowel de intensiteit als de veelvoud aan veranderingen vragen om een nieuwe, innovatieve managementbenadering waarbij de integratie van de deeloplossingen van cruciaal belang is. Naast een brede analyse van de tien sectoren interviewden de auteurs 19 opinieleiders in ...

Releasedatum: 2022-10-25 € 14,99

Now is a very good time to take an interest in Bitcoin and invest in it. It has been going strong for 10 years and its popularity has soared. In order to make the best returns on Bitcoin investments you need to understand what it really is and how it works. You also need to know the best way to obtain Bitcoins and the best investment strategies. This guide will show you all of this and more. Many people think that Bitcoin is a scam but it certainly isn't. However there have been some scams i...

Releasedatum: 2021-05-08 € 4,49

★★★★ Great Information: »The details in this book helped me a lot…« ★★★★★ Nice little Book! »Great overview of those models, a nice little book.« ★★★★★ Very good book: »Very good and concise book if you want to learn more about Rolex in a short time.« ★★★★★ Well worth reading and at a fair price: »This is a very useful and clearly written primer for anyone who is interested in Rolex watches. All of the modern and many of the vintage watches are cove...

Releasedatum: 2016-04-20 € 7,99

Fritz Gutman, een telg uit een rijk Duits-Joods bankiersgeslacht, beheerde voor de oorlog een Amsterdamse dependance van de Dresdner bank aan de Gouden Bocht. Hij woonde met zijn gezin op landgoed Bosbeek in Heemstede. Ze hadden een butler, een kok, een gouvernante, zeven dienstmeisje en twee chauffeurs. Het huis stond vol kunst, dure meubels, tapijten, vazen, Chinees porselein en er hingen grote meesters aan de muren. Maar aan hun bekoorlijke leven kwam een einde toen op 10 mei 1940 de Duitsers...

Releasedatum: 2015-10-29 € 12,99

This comprehensive chronology takes you on a visual tour of sharp weapons throughout history: from the hand-held flints of the Stone Age, through to the civilian knives of modern times. There are intriguing blades from Africa and Asia, including the Japanese tanto and Sudanese throwing knives, the ceremonial kris from Indonesia, the double-edged Japanese ken, and the distinctively decorated Indo-Persian peshkabs.  Presented in an easy-to-follow format there are specially commissioned photog...

Releasedatum: 2012-12-10 € 4,99

This is a fully illustrated comprehensive reference guide to edged weapons, from early stone-age flint hand axes to the swords of World War One. This broad-ranging work examines weapons from the swords and spears of ancient Egypt to the pike and thrusting pole arms of medieval Europe, and from the slashing sabres of the 17th-century cavalry to the presentation and dress swords used for show, pomp and civil ceremonies in the 1900s. Presented in an easy-to-follow format there are specially commiss...

Releasedatum: 2012-12-10 € 4,99

Are you looking to learn how you can cash in on the NFT revolution? Did you just find out about NFTs? Do you want to jump in on the craze as an artist, gamer, or musician? Are you finding it difficult to find all the information in the same place or just utterly confusing?   If this sounds like you, then read on! NFT Art and Collectables for Beginners offer comprehensive information regarding this recent profitable and budding trend. This guidebook talks about what NFTs are and also provide...

Releasedatum: 2021-04-05 € 3,49

The Watch is the most popular book on vintage and contemporary mechanical watches, appealing to both beginners and experts. In the decade since it was published, the international audience of watch lovers and watch collectors has grown exponentially. It’s time for The Watch, Thoroughly Revised. For this new edition, the original author, Gene Stone, is joined by Stephen Pulvirent of Hodinkee.com. Together, they have thoroughly revamped the book to reflect the current state of the watch world, w...

Releasedatum: 2018-11-13 € 13,99

A stunning celebration of Aston Martin's iconic cars, from the early models and legendary James Bond cars, to the very latest machines - with incredible photography throughout. The experts at evo magazine look back at Aston Martin's glorious history, with first-hand, behind-the-wheel reports, technical information and performance stats . From the earliest surviving models to the latest machines, the greatest Astons of all time are tried and tested , accompanied by jaw-dropping photography from t...

Releasedatum: 2017-09-07 Genre:Lifestyle en wonen € 3,99

4/5 Stars **** »The information contained in this book is quite useful« Juan C. L 4/5 Stars **** Good reference for those considering a luxury watch: »Good overview of luxury watch manufacturers and significance of each. Reviews some leading models. Covers reasons to invest in a luxury watch… Easily readable« JJPEngr 4/5 Stars **** »Four Stars. Involving.« Aaron »I enjoyed the book and now must rob a bank to afford a Rolex or Patek-Philippe.« John G. »That was an interesting book. I a...

Releasedatum: 2015-05-14 € 7,99

This book is an adjunct to the two excellent existing repair manuals, Marshall/Oldfield and Da Book. It contains material that is often very specific to a particular pen or type of pen, but much of its information can also be applied generally to other pens. Learn what is here, extrapolate from it, and apply your new knowledge to the needs of the pen in your hands at any given moment.

Releasedatum: 2015-04-07 € 6,99

"Blockchain is as significant now as the Internet was 25 years ago." - Blythe Masters, CEO of Digital Asset Holdings   Blockchain is arguably one of the greatest and most revolutionary innovations since the founding of the Internet! Blockchain can be a difficult topic to comprehend, especially for beginners without much of a technical background. But it really doesn't have to be. All it takes is one person who is good at explaining things on a very basic and fundamental level, and that is w...

Releasedatum: 2018-02-09 € 2,49

From the 'soft modernism' of Scandinavian furniture to the sleek, clean lines of the lighting created by the Castiglioni brothers in Italy, Judith Miller's Mid-Century Modern reveals the glory of one of the most exciting periods of design history: the late 1940s to the 1970s. The book explores the most desirable interiors, furniture, ceramics, glass, metalware and textiles of this hugely popular period. It features all the iconic designs and designers of the era, with price codes to help value a...

Releasedatum: 2018-02-01 € 3,99

5/5 Stars ***** Great book for watch enthusiasts! »This is the second e-book from this author, that I've read. He has a nice, clear writing style and definitely he has lots of insight on what makes a particular watch brand and watch model valuable. I thought the omission of Grand Seiko was somewhat odd, but it is still a great book.« (July 18, 2017) The field of Luxury Watches is not only an interesting hobby for rich people. Our new book Collecting Luxury Watches gives the reader some detaile...

Releasedatum: 2017-04-13 € 9,99

He doesn't just have a license to kill; he also has a license to tell time. Bond's creator Ian Fleming made sure to give the world's most famous secret agent a wristwatch in his novels. In the eleventh volume (there are a total of 14 original editions), On Her Majesty's Secret Service, which was published in 1963, Fleming offers the reader a very precise description of this watch. James sees a "heavy Rolex Oyster Perpetual on a metal watch bracelet as he awakes in the middle ...

Releasedatum: 2015-04-20 € 2,99

Ten fun things you can do with luxury watches… well, ok, it ended up being thirteen things, not ten. But that already says a lot. And no, it not only says that you get 30\% more than you payed for… it says something about watches and about having watches as a hobby. A luxury watch is not just a watch. You can do a lot of smart, fun and interesting things with a watch, inspired by a watch or in companianship with a watch. This ebook will give you some ideas, inspiration and even reason, why s...

Releasedatum: 2016-05-30 € 3,99

With its streamlined shapes and forward-looking approach, the Art Deco style still looks modern today. In the 1920s and 1930s, designers and craftsmen made innovative use of both natural and man-made materials to produce elegant pieces that broke with tradition and celebrated the future. In this beautifully illustrated guide, antiques expert Judith Miller explores the key makers and pieces of the movement, explaining what to look for as a collector. The book explores all the key collecting areas...

Releasedatum: 2016-10-06 € 3,99

Are you looking for affordable luxury watches? Look no further, this WatchTime Superguide has everything you need. Discover the latest affordable watches from the world's top watch brands, see great photos and learn more about each watch's features. There is no reason why you should not be able to find the perfect accessible watch for you that offers true luxury and prestige at reasonable prices.

Releasedatum: 2015-05-27 € 2,99

“This is a fun and painless way to give yourself a firm grounding in the wide wonderful world of antiques and collectibles.” Kyle Husfloen, Managing Editor, Antique Trader Weekly and Antique Trader’s Antiques & Collectibles Price Guide Do you love to poke around estate sales and antique shops, but can’t tell the difference between Queen Anne and Queen Victoria furniture? Do you dream of owning that old Oriental rug or Meissen figurine — but worry that the dealer might gouge you on ...

Releasedatum: 2011-04-27 € 13,99

Al zijn leven lang struint boekhistoricus Garrelt Verhoeven rommelmarkten, boekenbeurzen en kringloopwinkels af op zoek naar bijzondere boeken en drukwerk. Niet als een jager op zoek naar dat ene ontbrekende werk, maar als een boekenjutter die zich laat verrassen door wat hij in de schappen of de krochten van het internet kan vinden. Verhoeven voert de lezer mee naar de wereld van oude boeken en bibliotheken, maar ook naar verre oorden en lang vervlogen tijden. Heerlijke kost voor iedereen die z...

Releasedatum: 2023-01-25 € 7,99

*** Miller's Antiques Handbook & Price Guide remains the essential and trusted guide to the antiques market. It has earned the reputation of being the book no dealer, collector or auctioneer should be without. Compiled by Judith Miller, world-renowned antiques expert and co-founder of the book, the guide features more than 8,000 antiques. Comprehensive sections cover Ceramics, Asian Antiques, Furniture, Glass, Silver and Metalwares, Jewellery and objets de vertu , Clocks and Watches, Books, ...

Releasedatum: 2022-04-07 € 3,99

All entries new for each edition. Miller's Collectables Handbook & Price Guide 2021-2022 is the up-to-date guide to the collectables market no dealer, collector or auctioneer should be without. Featuring more than 4,000 objects in full colour, each with a detailed description and price range, the book also shows you how to spot that rare example that may be worth twenty times more than another piece. In-depth features explain why one piece is worth more than another, show how to value an ite...

Releasedatum: 2021-03-11 € 3,99

A fascinating look at the history and development of the revolver. Highly detailed and informative, Percussion Revolvers explores the advent, development, and use of precartridge revolvers during the middle years of the nineteenth century. The percussion revolver emerged in the 1830s and remained state-of-the-art until metallic cartridge revolvers came into common use in the mid-1870s. Through the use of modern replicas, shooting enthusiasts Mike Cumpston and Johnny Bates investigate the capacit...

Releasedatum: 2014-07-01 € 12,99

The authors of this book are neither watchmakers nor specific watch specialists, just dedicated watch collectors. A book for the friends of watches and a guide for the collector or the possible collector-to-be, giving some advice and guidelines, certainly also expressing very subjective opinions. Specific subjects of interest from the multi-facetted mosaic of time, watches and watchmaking as a whole: collecting watches, watches and time, the quartz crisis, the revival of mechanic watches, clocki...

Releasedatum: 2021-04-30 € 3,99

In his years of collecting and restoring fountain pens, Richard Binder has become one of the world's foremost authorities on fountain pen history and repair techniques. In this volume, he dishes up a goodly serving of information about various aspects of understanding, collecting, and enjoying pens. Beginning collectors and veterans alike will learn something new and exciting about their hobby.

Releasedatum: 2015-10-14 € 6,49

Miller's Field Guides are an invaluable resource for collectors when out buying items at antiques shops, auctions or car boot fairs. They provide a fast and accurate way to recognize, identify and date antiques. In each book a simple question-and-answer checklist is provided for a wide range of key items, teaching you what to look for as well how to spot a fake or a copy. There are price codes throughout, plus concise information on makers, factories, identifying marks and the factors that affec...

Releasedatum: 2014-10-20 € 1,99

Tribut an eine Kultmarke Rolex fasziniert. In etwas mehr als 100 Jahren ist der Kunstbegriff zur Markenikone gereift und heute eine der wohl profitabelsten Uhrenmarken der Welt. Das hat zweifellos mit von Anfang an gelungenem Marketing zu tun, mit Staatsmännern, Sportassen und Filmstars, die wie selbstverständlich eine Rolex tragen. So ist die Marke mit der Krone weltweit als Luxusgut anerkennt, obgleich derzeit pro Jahr in hoch effizienter Serienfertigung mehr als eine halbe Million Rolex-Uhr...

Releasedatum: 2009-11-30 € 14,99

Military Buffs, History Students, Historical Trivia Lovers and Even Students of Politics...You Must Have This eBook For Your Collection!Nowhere else in just one edition will you find such complete information!German Army Medals & Awards - The Complete List.Military buffs and collectors will appreciate this complete book of medals and award descriptions from the earliest days up to the present. This book really rounds out your library of military knowledge!Gaze at the medals and awards – un...

Releasedatum: 2011-11-24 € 2,99

Adam Brookes reconstrueert de unieke reis van zestien jaar van museumdirecteur Ma Heng om de kunstschatten van de Verboden Stad veilig te stellen, een tocht die ons veel leert over het huidige China. Toen Japan in 1931 Mantsjoerije binnenviel, groeide de angst voor luchtaanvallen op Peking. Men vreesde voor het lot van de kunstschatten in de Verboden Stad: kostbaar porselein, zijdeschilderingen van onschatbare waarde, unieke kalligrafieën en bibliotheken, plus tien reusachtige stenen met inscri...

Releasedatum: 2022-10-21 € 12,99

'103 Sterke Verhalen' onthult de kleurrijke geschiedenis achter de wereldbekende collectie KLM-huisjes. De Delfts blauwe miniaturen zijn gemodelleerd naar 103 monumenten uit heel Nederland. Sterke Verhalen, alle geheimen achter de gevels van de KLM-huisjes Herinneringen zijn ons kostbaarste bezit en komen vaak door iets kleins tot leven. Daarin schuilt óók de kracht van een souvenir. De bekende Delfts blauwe huisjes van KLM zijn gemodelleerd naar 103 bestaande monumenten uit het Koninkrijk der...

Releasedatum: 2022-10-15 € 8,99

Circut Joy - a suitable tool for people who like crafting but don't want to invest too much time and effort. With it, you can easily make everything from professional greeting cards to classy stickers. And with its compact size, you can throw the Cricut Joy anywhere. This book will perfect your crafting journey. It contains over 70 tips and tricks with illustrated practical examples and pictures to make creative projects by using Circut Joy. Moreover, you will learn about: - Cricut Joy and I...

Releasedatum: 2021-11-04 € 3,49

A fully illustrated, beautifully produced edition of Junichiro Tanizaki's wise and evocative essay on Japanese culture. ‘We find beauty not in the thing itself but in the patterns of shadows, the light and the darkness, that one thing against another creates… Were it not for shadows, there would be no beauty.’ This book is in fact a portal. Reading it, you will be led by Junichiro Tanizaki’s light touch into a mysterious and tranquil world of darkness and shadows, where gold flashes in t...

Releasedatum: 2019-11-07 € 9,49

Miller's Antiques Handbook & Price Guide remains the essential and trusted guide to the antiques market. It has earned the reputation of being the book no dealer, collector or auctioneer should be without. Compiled by Judith Miller, world-renowned antiques expert and co-founder of the book, the guide features more than 8,000 antiques. Comprehensive sections cover ceramics, furniture, glass, silver and metalwares, jewellery and objets de vertu , clocks and watches, books, Oriental antiques, t...

Releasedatum: 2019-09-05 € 1,99

In 2017 the Salvator Mundi was sold at auction for $450m. But is it a real da Vinci? In a thrilling narrative built on formidable research, Ben Lewis tracks the extraordinary journey of a masterpiece lost and found, lied and fought over across the centuries. In 2017, Leonardo da Vinci’s small oil painting, the Salvator Mundi was sold at auction for $450m. In the words of its discoverer, the image of Christ as saviour of the world is ‘the rarest thing on the planet by the greatest human being...

Releasedatum: 2019-04-18 € 8,49

If you are thinking of buying a fountain pen and want some quick information, this is the book for you! It is a very fast read and I have included valuable information and links that will help you get started. I will let you know how I got started with fountain pens, why you should use a fountain pen, how to find the perfect starter pen, and tell you about nibs, inks, paper and more. The fountain pen hobby is a lot of fun and there are thousands of great people involved that would love to connec...

Releasedatum: 2018-06-24 € 1,99

Aristotle (384–322 BCE) was a Greek philosopher and student of Plato who stunningly changed the course of Western philosophy. He has gone down in history as one of the greatest philosophers of all time. Cicero, the Roman statesman and philosopher, once called his writing style "a river of gold;" and his scope of thought and subsequent influence on the study of science, logic, philosophical discourse, and theology has led many to dub him "The Philosopher."

Releasedatum: 2017-11-13 € 0,49

A complete study of escapements in watchmaking, as well as a short account of the history and development of the escapement in horology. With helpful diagrams and a wealth of fascinating information, this volume is highly recommended for those with an interest in clockmaking and horology in general. Contents include: "The Detaches Lever Escapement", "The Cylinder Escapement", "The Chronometer Escapement", "History of Escapements", and "Putting in a New Cylinder". Many vintage books such as this ...

Releasedatum: 2017-08-25 € 8,99

This vintage book contains a complete guide to horology. Horology is the science of measuring time and constructing timepieces. This volume contains information on all aspects ranging from basic principles to oiling, cleaning, adjusting, and much more. Written in simple language and profusely illustrated, "A Practical Course in Horology" will be of considerable utility to novices and apprentices. Contents include: "General Principles", "Wheel Work", "Gearing", ...

Releasedatum: 2017-08-25 € 8,99

Dinky Toys are a part of many peopleís childhood. They were one of the many famous brands produced as part of the Meccano empire set up by Frank Hornby at his Binns Road factory in Liverpool. Although they began before the Second World War, it was the post-war ranges produced by Dinky that really caught the publicís imagination and helped to make the period into the companyís golden years.??This colourfully illustrated book tells the story of Dinky Toys, including small Dinky Toys, the larger...

Releasedatum: 2017-04-15 € 9,99

Designed as the essential reference tool for appraisers, collectors and dealers of silverware, the Encyclopedia is an indispensable guide for anyone researching silver hallmarks, offering clear and wide-ranging reproductions of thousands of hallmarks from more than 60 countries and regions, past and present, on every continent. It is also clearly and logically organized into two volumes for ease of reference: in the first volume are hallmarks listed by visual type and category, fully cross-refer...

Releasedatum: 2018-03-20 € 3,99