Contents


  1. Prologue                                                    5
  2. The Philosophy of Negotiation                    9
  3. The King and I                                         21
  4. The Hungarian Findings                            24
  5. The Great Discovery in India                    29
  6. From Russia with Love                             31
  7. Auctions and Fairs in England                   36
  8. Judaica                                                     40
  9. Made in Palestine and Israel                      51
10. Wooden Made Items                                60
11. Porcelain and Pottery                                68
12. Islamic and Persian Antiques                     75
13. Desktop Collectables                                80
14. Tobacciana and Boxes                              89
15. Coins and Medals                                   100
16. Jewellery and Watches                            104
17. Flatware and Kitchenware                       110
18. Paintings, Prints and Photography             121
19. Asian Art                                                 129
20. Furniture, Carpets and Lighting                 134
21. General Antiques and Collectables            138
22. Epilogue                                                   144