| Spongeware, 1835-1935: Makers, Marks, and Patterns Contributor(s): Kelly, Henry E. (Author) |
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ISBN: 0764312707 ISBN-13: 9780764312700 Publisher: Schiffer Publishing OUR PRICE: $53.96 Product Type: Hardcover Published: February 2001 Annotation: Over 975 color photographs display spongeware tablewares, serving pieces, tea sets, childrens sets, and vases produced in Scotland, England, Europe, and North America for 100 years. Included are identifications of spongeware patterns and potters, their marks, and a bibliography. Current market values are provided in the captions. |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Crafts & Hobbies | Pottery & Ceramics |
| Dewey: 738.37 |
| LCCN: 00011720 |
| Series: Schiffer Book for Collectors |
| Physical Information: 1" H x 8.7" W x 11" (3.15 lbs) 244 pages |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: Here is a sweeping survey of the popular spongeware ceramics produced in Scotland, England, Europe, and North America for one hundred years, illustrated with over 975 color photographs. Often associated with Pennsylvania German folk art, these tablewares, serving pieces, tea sets, children's sets, and vases are decorated in colorful patterns achieved primarily through the simple, yet engaging, sponge-printing technique. Included are a thorough definition of spongeware, identifications of the patterns and potters, their marks, and a bibliography. Current market values are provided in the captions. |