Old House Journal

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ADVANCED COLLECTING

f you collect Winston Churchill memorabilia, eventually you may dedicate an entire is a delight, its text entertaining and the photographs a deep well of ideas for displaying everything from handbags to Chinese mudmen. Although much of it is about “collecting on a higher level,” the book is not just for those thinking about adding a collections wing. You’ll find family memorabilia, modest displays of silver, and miniature silhouettes along with ideas on arranging china, books, and oil paintings. The last chapter is “The Art and How-To of Displaying a Collection,” and it’s full of great advice.

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