A comprehensive reference work devoted to the study, collection, and trade of antiques, bringing together encyclopaedic information, practical guidance, historical background, and directory listings relevant to collectors, dealers, museums, and researchers. The volume reflects the state of the British and international antiques market during the late 1950s, covering a wide range of collecting fields, notable institutions, professional services, and developments within the art and antiques world. Combining factual articles with reference data and industry contacts, it served as both an informative handbook and a professional resource for anyone engaged in the appreciation, identification, or acquisition of antique objects.

Donald Cowie (editor)

The Antiques Year Book Encyclopaedia & Directory 1958-59