Josef Originals: Figurines of Muriel Joseph George [Paperback]

Jim Whitaker (Author), Kaye Whitaker (Author)

Book Description

Series: Schiffer Book for Designers & Collectors | Publication Date: October 1, 1999

The original designer of Josef Originals, Muriel Joseph George, is introduced for the first time through family photographs and interviews with family members. This book gives valuable insight into the life and times of this talented artist through written historical accounts depictions of her work. Josef Originals have long since been favored by collectors as they explode with color and sparkle with life. Unique designs of dogs, cats, people, and more are featured throughout this book, making it a wholly enjoyable collector's guide. This is new information Josef enthusiasts have been seeking for years. Over 600 color photos of 850 figurines made from the 1940s to the 1980s, an informative text, descriptions, and current value ranges provide the reference no figurines collector can be without.

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About the Author

Jim and Kaye Whitaker are widely recognized as expert dealers in Josef Original figurines who publish a quarterly newsletter from their home in Washington state.

Product Details

• Paperback: 160 pages
• Publisher: Schiffer Pub Ltd (October 1, 1999)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0764310496
• ISBN-13: 978-0764310492
• Product Dimensions: 10.5 x 8.5 x 0.4 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.7 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,466,386 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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5 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Figurines of Muriel Josef George, October 5, 2005

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John Washburn "lowfire501" (Auburn KS) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Josef Originals: Figurines of Muriel Joseph George (Paperback)

The exact book we were needing for our figurine collections. For a used book it was in exceptional condition. Will look for similar collectible books in the future. Hope to find from the same seller.