About the author
Tina Skinner is credited as author or compiler of numerous illustrated reference books published by Schiffer Publishing, several represented here in the occult-philosophy category despite covering decorative arts and design history rather than esotericism. Hawaii Remembered: Postcards from Paradise gathers early twentieth-century postcards documenting Hawaii's tourist, agricultural and Polynesian cultural history. Trademarks of the 1950s reproduces more than 2,000 period logos and typefaces from clothing, drugstore, alcohol and food brands, arranged by U.S. Patent and Trade Office registration number. Designer Fabrics of the Early 60s surveys couture textile design from Paris fashion houses through full-color swatch photography. Across these titles the books function as visual reference material for collectors, designers and historians of mid-century commercial and decorative art, rather than works of spiritual or philosophical inquiry.
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💬 What our editors say about Tina Skinner's books
“Tina Skinner’s curation is a visually stunning triumph, offering a vivid glimpse into Hawaii’s golden age through over 350 hand-tinted postcards. The blend of authentic commentary and historical context creates a rich tapestry…”
Esoterica Books editorial team, Occult literature desk · on Hawaii Remembered: Postcards from Paradise
“This catalog is a treasure trove for specialists in graphic history and trademark research, offering a unique glimpse into the legal yet artistic landscape of 1950s commerce. However, it does not suit casual readers seeking…”
Esoterica Books editorial team, Occult literature desk · on Trademarks of the 1950s Skinner, Tina
“While visually stunning, this volume is strictly a reference work rather than a narrative history. It does not suit readers seeking biographical anecdotes about designers or sociological analysis of the era's cultural movements.…”
Esoterica Books editorial team, Occult literature desk · on Designer Fabrics of the Early 60s Skinner, Tina
📋 Editions by Tina Skinner in the catalog
| Edition | Year | Publisher | Pages | ISBN |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hawaii Remembered: Postcards from Paradise | — | Schiffer Publishing | 224 | 9780764322198 |
| Trademarks of the 1950s Skinner, Tina | — | Schiffer Publishing | 160 | 9780764318283 |
| Designer Fabrics of the Early 60s Skinner, Tina | — | Schiffer Craft | 112 | 9780764305061 |
| Doorways of Cape May | 2004 | Schiffer Publishing | 64 | 9780764321610 |
| Midget Exhibit: Images from the Heyday of Dwarf Display | 2004 | Schiffer Publishing | 128 | 9780764321146 |
