| Fenton Rarities, 1940-1985 Contributor(s): Walk, John (Author) |
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ISBN: 0764315951 ISBN-13: 9780764315954 Publisher: Schiffer Publishing OUR PRICE: $26.96 Product Type: Hardcover Published: July 2002 |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Crafts & Hobbies | Glass & Glassware |
| Dewey: 748.291 |
| LCCN: 2002102723 |
| Series: Schiffer Book for Collectors with Price Guide |
| Physical Information: 0.9" H x 8.5" W x 11" (2.77 lbs) 208 pages |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: Dazzling handmade glass rarities from the Fenton Art Glass Company of Williamstown, West Virginia, are showcased, described, and illustrated in nearly 800 vibrant color photographs These highly sought, yet rarely seen, items from 1940-1985, include experimental pieces, sales samples, and glassware made rare by brief production spans, ranging from baskets and cake plates to tankards and vases. Fenton artisans proving their skills made spectacular personal pieces collectors' treasure today. Those with rare colors, decorative treatments, and forms are the main features of this book. Also included are a company history, glossary of terms, and a bibliography. Current market values are included in the captions. |