| Shelley China Contributor(s): Skinner, Tina (Author) |
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ISBN: 0764314335 ISBN-13: 9780764314339 Publisher: Schiffer Publishing OUR PRICE: $35.96 Product Type: Hardcover Published: September 2001 Annotation: Here is an expansive guide to the fine bone china made by this popular British manufacturer from Longton in the renowned Staffordshire potting district. Hundreds of pieces are shown in shapes and patterns widely prized by todays collectors. A brief history of the company, spanning the years 1860-1966, is included, along with a guide to back stamps; a buyers guide to fakes, reproductions, and damaged items, a pattern index, and current market values. |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Crafts & Hobbies | Pottery & Ceramics - Antiques & Collectibles | Porcelain & China |
| Dewey: 738 |
| LCCN: 2001090794 |
| Series: Schiffer Book for Collectors |
| Physical Information: 0.9" H x 8.6" W x 11" (2.65 lbs) 176 pages |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: Finally, a much-needed expansive photo reference guide to this popular manufacturer of fine bone china from Longton in the renowned Staffordshire potting district in England. A grand assortment of the prolific Shelley Pottery's products is illustrated, including works by their predecessor, Wileman & Co, a.k.a. The Foley China. Over 500 photos show more than 1,000 pieces, including dinnerware, tea and coffee sets, jelly molds, ashtrays and souvenir items, vases, pitchers, and the ever-popular miniatures in the chintz, landscapes, and bright floral patterns widely prized by today's collectors. A brief history of Shelley and its predecessor, spanning the years 1860-1966, is included. Plus there is a guide to back stamps; a buyer's guide to fakes, reproductions, and damaged items; a pattern index; and current market values, all making this an invaluable tool for collectors and dealers. |