| Popular Quimper Contributor(s): O'Neill, Ann Marie (Author) |
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ISBN: 0764310992 ISBN-13: 9780764310997 Publisher: Schiffer Publishing OUR PRICE: $17.96 Product Type: Paperback Published: April 2000 |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Antiques & Collectibles | Pottery & Ceramics - Antiques & Collectibles | Reference - General |
| Dewey: 738.309 |
| Series: Schiffer Book for Collectors |
| Physical Information: 0.4" H x 5.9" W x 8.9" (1.05 lbs) 160 pages |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: What better memento from a sojourn to France than a sweet piece of French fai**ence from the town of Quimper? Produced for over 300 years by several different factories in the region of Quimper, this popular ware is rich in Celtic charm and lavishly decorated with colors, scenes, and patterns that reflect the area's heritage. With over 320 color photos, this handy, pocket-sized guide is great for travel and presents a wonderful potpourri of wares from the Grande Maison HB, Eloury-Porquier, Henriot, Keraluc, and Fouillen fai**enceries. Illustrated and described are charming platters, plates, pitchers, bowls, bottles, tea and coffee pots, rare and unusual pieces, and much more. Includes historical background and information on regional traditions, identification of maker's marks, and up-to-date pricing. |
