| Mid-Century Modern Dinnerware Design Contributor(s): Pratt, Michael (Author) |
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ISBN: 0764315676 ISBN-13: 9780764315671 Publisher: Schiffer Publishing OUR PRICE: $35.96 Product Type: Hardcover - Other Formats Published: July 2002 Annotation: The bold shapes and startling patterns on dinnerware of the late 1940s, 1950s, and 1960s are displayed in over 480 dazzling color photographs. Much of the best work of six leading pottery manufacturers is shown and described in detail. Bantu, Casual, Futura, Holiday, Impromptu, and Scandia dinnerware shapes are well represented. Values are included. |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Antiques & Collectibles | Kitchenware - Antiques & Collectibles | Pottery & Ceramics - Antiques & Collectibles | Reference - General |
| Dewey: 738.097 |
| LCCN: 2002001107 |
| Physical Information: 0.98" H x 8.82" W x 11.42" (3.33 lbs) 224 pages |
| Themes: - Chronological Period - 1940's - Chronological Period - 1950's - Chronological Period - 1960's |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: Over 500 beautiful color photographs and an informative, succinct text provide a sweeping overview of stunning modern tableware designs. This book presents manufacturers both familiar and less known that revolutionized dining in the mid-twentieth century. Among the pottery firms whose wares are presented are Red Wing, Roseville, Royal China, Salem China, Stangl, Steubenville, Universal, Vernon Kilns, Winart Pottery, and Winfield China. A great deal of new information about the wares displayed may be found within these pages. Additionally, useful information concerning pricing and condition of ceramics is included, along with an extensive bibliography and index. Values may be found in the captions. While this book stands alone, it is also a companion volume to Mid-Century Modern Dinnerware, A Pictorial Guide: Ak-Sar-Ben to Paden City Pottery. This volume will be a valued addition to anyone entranced by fine ceramic design. |