[PDF] Collectors Guide To American Pressed Glass 1825 1915 eBook

Author : Mollie Helen McCain
Publisher :
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 11,64 MB
Release : 1982
Category : Glassware
ISBN : 9780891452119

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A Pattern guide to Early American Pressed Glass. Identification and value guide.

Author : Bill Edwards
Publisher :
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 47,69 MB
Release : 1999
Category : Antiques & Collectibles
ISBN : 9781574320909

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American pressed glass, which was at its zenith in the 1870s, entails hundreds of patterns and dozens of shapes with elaborate geometric, animal, fruit, and floral designs. Available in crystal and sparkling colors, this collectible glassware flourished until the end of the 1920s when a national depression surfaced and a new glass became the norm. This value guide showcases the exquisite patterns and beautiful colors of the quality pressed glass that was produced for 60 years in America. With over 1,000 color photographs, current values, and detailed descriptions, this book is not only aesthetically pleasing, but also historically educational.

Author : Kyle Husfloen
Publisher :
Page : 198 pages
File Size : 32,50 MB
Release : 1992
Category : Antiques & Collectibles
ISBN : 9780870696121

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Provides an overview of the history of American pressed glass, offers advice on collecting, storing, and displaying pressed glass, and looks at representative pieces and patterns

Author : Bob H. Batty
Publisher : Pelican Publishing
Page : 276 pages
File Size : 24,52 MB
Release : 1999-11-30
Category : Antiques & Collectibles
ISBN : 9781455602797

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More than 300 patterns of American pressed glass are documented, described, and illustrated in this comprehensive reference guide for collectors. In this informative and fully illustrated guide, Bob H. Batty—a noted collector of pressed glass—covers more than three hundred glass patterns. Two hundred of which are identified and illustrated for the first time for the first time. Artist John Hendricks’ drawings depict the design and character of the various patterns and in many cases highlight special design and detail of notable patterns. All of the works shown are from Batty’s personal collection, which numbers more than 2,700 pieces representing some 1,900 patterns. Batty, who has pursued his glass collecting with scholarly attention to historical accuracy and detail, has named many of the previously uncatalogued patterns after cities and landmarks throughout his native South. A number of foreign patterns are also included, with precise measurements given for every piece depicted.

Author : Darryl Reilly
Publisher : Krause Publications
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 49,33 MB
Release : 2002-08-01
Category : Antiques & Collectibles
ISBN : 9780873494380

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Covers nearly 350 patterns for Pattern Glass pieces with alternate names, original production numbers, and reproduction information. Features more than 20,000 listings with detailed descriptions including size, inscriptions, color, appearance, dates, and values.

Author : Jay W. Hawkins
Publisher : iUniverse
Page : 614 pages
File Size : 47,29 MB
Release : 2009-04
Category : Antiques & Collectibles
ISBN : 1440114943

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The Pittsburgh region, while well known for steelmaking, was likewise an important glass manufacturing center in this country's history. This book provides detailed accounts of the region's glassmakers from the first factory dating to 1795 through 1910. Glassmaking started out modestly with small glasshouses in Pittsburgh and up the Monongahela River in New Geneva during the final few years of the 18th century. By the close of the 19th century, the Pittsburgh region was producing more than half of all domestic window glass and the lion's share of most other forms of glass in the United States. The original purpose of this manuscript was to assemble and record as accurately as possible the history of all of the glassworks and the glass manufacturers that operated them in Pittsburgh and the immediate surrounding region. This book was designed to be a reference guide for anyone who is interested in the history of glass in western Pennsylvania. The years companies were operating, where the glassworks were located, what types of glass and specific glass items did they make, and what marks did they use is just some of the information that can be found in this book. There are hundreds of individual companies and name changes listed in this volume. It contains as much information about each company that could practically be included. Even the most minor name or address change was recorded exactly as noted by contemporary sources. As much as possible, contemporary reference sources, such as city directories, early newspapers, maps, and journals were used to provide accurate and complete histories of the glasshouses. Generally, the better-known companies will have much more of their history available. However, every known glassmaker and glasshouse was included, regardless of how little information about them could be found. This book is intended to aid researchers in the determination of the age and the origin of marked pieces as well as narrowing down potential manufacturers of unmarked objects. The liberal reproduction of original advertisements and maps as well as the photographs of glass marks were included to complement and augment the narrative. The format of this book was established to facilitate its use as a reference guide.

Author : Ron Zoglin
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Page : 390 pages
File Size : 19,65 MB
Release : 2011-04-27
Category : Antiques & Collectibles
ISBN : 1118069110

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“This is a fun and painless way to give yourself a firm grounding in the wide wonderful world of antiques and collectibles.” Kyle Husfloen, Managing Editor, Antique Trader Weekly and Antique Trader’s Antiques & Collectibles Price Guide Do you love to poke around estate sales and antique shops, but can’t tell the difference between Queen Anne and Queen Victoria furniture? Do you dream of owning that old Oriental rug or Meissen figurine — but worry that the dealer might gouge you on the price? Do you own pieces you think might be valuable — but don’t know where to go for a reliable appraisal? Relax. Antiquing For Dummies answers all your antiquing questions—and more. Whether you’re a beginner or you’ve already gotten your feet wet, this fun, friendly guide will give you the savvy you need to cruise, schmooze, bargain for, and care for antiques with confidence. In no time you’ll be able to: Tell the difference between real antiques and stuff that’s just old Develop an antique hunt plan of attack Select antiques based on the 5 key points of the “RADAR Test” Discover hidden treasures at garages, estate sales, auctions, and shops Get the best deals when buying and selling antiques Decorate with antique glass and porcelain from around the world Clean and care for your precious finds Work an auction—real-time and online Writing with humor and common sense, Ron Zoglin and Deborah Shouse demystify the highfaluting terminology of the antique world. And step-by-step they walk you through all the antiquing essential, including: Different furniture styles and periods of furniture and how to distinguish them Dovetails, nails, and other construction elements that offer clues to a piece’s age Where to go for the best antique bargains — includes tips on how to bid at auctions in person or online All about antique glass, ceramics and silver Integrating antiques into your life at home and at the office Antiquing For Dummies gets you up and running with what you need to know to find, research, and negotiate prices like a pro.