Chameleon Ware Art Pottery: A Collector's Guide to George Clews Contributor(s): Calvert, Hilary (Author) |
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ISBN: 0764305778 ISBN-13: 9780764305771 Publisher: Schiffer Publishing OUR PRICE: $26.96 Product Type: Paperback Published: June 1998 Annotation: Colorful and informative, this book charts the previously unrecorded history of George Clews' pottery during its fifty-five year existence, as well as giving a clear guide to collecting Chameleon Ware. Illustrated with over 250 color photographs, a list of all known patterns with identifying numbers, and a current price guide, this is the indispensable handbook both for the Clews collector and for the lover of art pottery. |
Additional Information |
BISAC Categories: - Crafts & Hobbies | Pottery & Ceramics - Antiques & Collectibles | Porcelain & China |
Dewey: 738 |
LCCN: 98084397 |
Series: Schiffer Book for Collectors |
Physical Information: 0.48" H x 8.52" W x 10.98" (1.60 lbs) 144 pages |
Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
Publisher Description: This is the only book on the highly attractive, hand-decorated Chameleon Ware pottery from George Clews & Co. Ltd. in Tunstall, England. The company's finest work was made in the 1930s, but production started early in the century. This ware was exclusive when originally sold and its beautiful colors and exciting designs are now increasingly appreciated by discerning collectors. Colorful and informative, this book charts the history of George Clews' pottery during its fifty-five year existence, and gives a clear guide to collecting Chameleon Ware. Illustrated with over 250 color photographs, it includes a list of all known patterns with identifying numbers and a current price guide. This is an indispensable handbook for art pottery lovers. |