The Big Book of Vaseline Glass

The Big Book of Vaseline Glass PDF

Author: Barrie W. Skelcher

Publisher: Schiffer Book for Collectors

Published: 2002

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9780764314742

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Over 400 vaseline pieces from British, American, and European glasshouses of the 19th and first half of the 20th centuries are shown. The manufacturers are identified along with their uranium bearing products. Intense greens, yellows, and pink hues predominate the useful and collectible tablewares, from condiment containers and candlesticks to bowls and flower vases.

Pictorial Guide to Vaseline Glass

Pictorial Guide to Vaseline Glass PDF

Author: Sue C. Davis

Publisher: Schiffer Pub Limited

Published: 2002-01-01

Total Pages: 156

ISBN-13: 9780764316449

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Showcases more than 600 fluorescent Vaseline glass items made from the mid-1800s to the present day. Featured are eye-catching vases, pitchers, salts, bowls, lamps, goblets, baskets, epergnes, perfumes, and many more. Includes pattern names, circa dates, manufacturers, dimensions, current values, background information, and glossary. A beautiful reference that will be enjoyed for many years to come!

Vaseline Glassware

Vaseline Glassware PDF

Author: Barrie Skelcher

Publisher: Schiffer Publishing

Published: 2007

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9780764326998

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Beautiful glassware colored with uranium, popularly called Vaseline glass, was made primarily in Great Britain in the late 19the and early 20th centuries, but also in America and Europe. Collectors look for examples by a particular factory or type of product, such as paperweights or tablewares. This book is a mandatory reference for collectors, containing well-researched, up-to-date discussions, 35 comparative charts, and over 400 color photos in 49 chapters covering known makers, their marks, and specific design groups of houseware, tableware, and jewelry. The captions include full descriptions, date, size, and current values. The author's expertise is a gift of scholarship and passion carefully compiled here for a tool of incomparable value. This is a companion to the author's previous book from Schiffer Publishing, The Big Book of Vaseline Glass.

The Pocket Guide to Green Depression Era Glass

The Pocket Guide to Green Depression Era Glass PDF

Author: Monica Lynn Clements

Publisher: Schiffer Pub Limited

Published: 2002-01

Total Pages: 156

ISBN-13: 9780764315350

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Green was a popular color for glassware made during the Depression and its popularity among collectors is very evident today. This book includes examples of forty-six patterns and brief histories of the glass companies, along with a chapter of incidental pieces from such firms as Anchor Hocking, Bartlett-Collins, Federal, Hazel-Atlas, Imperial, L. E. Smith, U. S. Glass and others. An indispensable guide for all who collect Depression Era glass and enjoy the beauty of green glassware.

Murano Magic

Murano Magic PDF

Author: Carl I. Gable

Publisher: Schiffer Art Books

Published: 2004

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9780764319464

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The islands of Murano, in the lagoon of Venice, have been a sheltered community of glass artists for at least 700 years. With 250 stunning color photographs of Murano glass art and a detailed text that includes historical informaltion and family trees, this book is original in its comprehensive presentation of the artists, both past and present.

The Picture Book of Vaseline Glass

The Picture Book of Vaseline Glass PDF

Author: Sue C. Davis

Publisher: Schiffer Pub Limited

Published: 2001

Total Pages: 156

ISBN-13: 9780764312571

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This book brings together in one volume information about Vaseline glass that otherwise can be found only by hunting through a score of general books on art glass. With approximately 460 color photos, showing over 675 different pieces of glass, covering over 60 patterns, this popular book for the devotee of Vaseline is now in its revised and expanded second edition! Updated prices are included in the captions.

Fifties Glass

Fifties Glass PDF

Author: Leslie A. Piña

Publisher: Schiffer Pub Limited

Published: 1999-11

Total Pages: 208

ISBN-13: 9780764309861

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A fascinating and insightful look into the art glass of the 1950s, this revised second edition spans the range of 1950s art glass from common collectibles to those of museum quality, displaying the diversity and creativity of style, color, and shape. This book has served as an inspiration and valuable resource for collectors, dealers, and all struck by the exceptional quality of art glass. Special emphasis is given to Italian (Murano) glass and Scandinavian glass, with an expanded section on American 50s glass. Included in this edition are new and outstanding photographs of art glass, detailed captions, updated information on artists and company histories, an illustrated glossary with section on signatures and labels, an expanded annotated bibliography, and up-to-date price guide.

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