The Art and History of the Toothpick

The collection references over 1,500 toothpicks and compendiums that includes toothpicks dating from classical antiquity to the late Victorian Era. It is probably the largest collection of toothpicks that presently exist. The book shows over 2,800 images demonstrating the vast diversity in style, complexity, and creativity of toothpicks as an art form for such a historically utilitarian instrument. It is my hope that collectors will be inspired and academic researchers will experience a newfound curiosity to study these tools in greater depth.

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Book Details:

• ISBN-13: 978-1-59598-972-7
• Publisher: HenschelHAUS Publishing, Inc.
• Publication Date: 11/1/23
• Pages: 336
• Product Dimensions: 9"(w) x 12"(h") x 1.10"(d)