Fascinating shapes, beautiful glazes, exciting styles. It's what makes art pottery so captivating. And it's all here in this valuable collector's reference, American & European Art Pottery Price Guide. Over 2,000 listings accurately describe and price items by all the major producers in the United States and Europe, from the 19th century to the 1930s. More than 40 artists are featured, including the more collectible lines by Rookwood and Weller as well as unique prices by artists such as Clarice Cliff and Van Briggle. Over 300 photographs, and sketches of common marks and shapes, make identification of what you are collecting, buying and selling easy. Interesting background details on the potteries along with other helpful information make this book a must for every art pottery enthusiast.
This handy reference provides the only comprehensive price guide to the field of Art Pottery, both American and European. Drawing from major auction and dealer sources, 3,500 detailed descriptions and 500 photos highlight the products of well-known firms such as Rookwood, Grueby, Weller, and Fulper, as well as dozens of lesser known firms creating pieces in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. &break;&break;Antique Trader American & European Art Pottery Price Guide features a special introductory section on the American Art Pottery Movement, sketches of typical Art Pottery forms, and sketches of markings found on many varieties of Art Pottery.
America's No. 1 Selling Price Guide For nearly 30 years, Antique Trader Antiques & Collectibles has been the leading source for information on antiques and collectibles. Filled with expert advice, vetted values and 4,500 color photographs, Antique Trader provides the clearest and most dependable picture of this amazingly diverse and magnificent market. Inside you will enjoy a variety of new collecting areas, as well as old favorites. Including: Asian art, bottles, ceramics, Civil War collectibles, clocks, comic books, cookie jars, figurines, furniture, glass, Hallmark Keepsake Ornaments, illustration art, kitchenware, perfume bottles, petroliana, toys, vintage clothing and Zippo lighters. Also new this year is Top Lots, a feature highlighting the bestselling results from some of the finest auction houses nationwide.
This new edition of Antique Trader Book Collector's Price Guide provides readers with the information and values to carve a niche for themselves in a market where rare first editions of Jane Austen's Emma and J.K. Rowling's Harry Potter and the Philosophers Stone recently sold at auction for 254,610 dollars and 40,355 dollars respectively. Organized in 13 categories, including Americana, banned, paranormal and mystery, this guide discusses identifying and grading books, and provides collectors with details for identifying and assessing books in 8,000 listings.
This book is for art market researchers at all levels. A brief overview of the global art market and its major stakeholders precedes an analysis of the various sales venues (auction, commercial gallery, etc.). Library research skills are reviewed, and advanced methods are explored in a chapter devoted to basic market research. Because the monetary value of artwork cannot be established without reference to the aesthetic qualities and art historical significance of our subject works, two substantial chapters detail the processes involved in researching and documenting the fine and decorative arts, respectively, and provide annotated bibliographies. Methods for assigning values for art objects are explored, and sources of price data, both in print and online, are identified and described in detail. In recent years, art historical scholarship increasingly has addressed issues related to the history of art and its markets: a chapter on resources for the historian of the art market offers a wide range of sources. Finally, provenance and art law are discussed, with particular reference to their relevance to dealers, collectors, artists and other art market stakeholders.
This comprehensive guide captures all the prestige and rich history of Royal Doulton, and delivers the expert pricing and product details needed by today's collectors. With nearly 200 years of bone and fine china production, the craftsmanship and hand-painted detail of Royal Doulton figurines and stoneware pieces is unmatched and highly valued. This expertly written book offers: • Details of how a small English company became one of the most highly respected manufacturers of fine china • 5,000+ listings and 2,500 color photographs to assist with assessing collections • Detailed coverage of the entire Royal-Doulton line
“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.
This new edition presents a wealth of updated information on pottery and porcelain products produced in the United States, England and Europe from the 18th century through the mid-20th century. Detailed descriptions of thousands of pieces, supplemented by detailed photographs, help to make this the most authoritative and comprehensive guide of its type. Special features include accurate and up-to-date pricing for thousands of individual items, a special shape-outline guide to common ceramics shapes, more than 125 sketches of markings used on ceramic wares, new categories of "hot" ceramic collectibles of the 1990s, an introductory guide to the collecting and care of ceramics, and helpful appendices and a Select Glossary of Ceramics Terms.
