The Antique Hunter's Guide American Pottery & Porcelain

480 ppThis visual antique reference guide has all the information readers need to identify and appraise American pottery and porcelain -- from the earliest rough vessels of the mid-eighteenth century to the Fiestaware of the mid-twentieth century.Each piece -- 367 in all -- is photographed in full color and accompanied by an in-depth description of the piece, origin and date of manufacture, relationship to similar pieces and rarity and hints for collectors, helping readers spot potentially valuable heirlooms stashed at home or at garage sales, consignmNon-smoking home Offers welcome superb for everyday use. superior materials and excellent craftsmanship ensure long-lasting durability.