Collectible Vernon Kilns: Identification and Value Guide (Collectible Vernon Kilns)
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This all-new, completely revised and updated book pays tribute to one of California's leading national pottery companies of the last century. Almost 500 color photographs, many not featured in the first edition, are included, with many never-before-seen photos of May and Vieve Hamilton pottery. A detailed history on the founding of Vernon Kilns and the evolution of marks is included, as well as sections on the war years, the manufacturing process, and famous artists and designers. New information and photos of commemoratives and innovative designs by foremost artists Rockwell Kent and Don Blanding, and Disney figures are showcased. There are also pattern indexes for each shape, as well as a general index. 2004 values. AUTHORBIO: Maxine Nelson's interest in Vernon Kilns traces back to 1946, just after the close of World War II. She authored two books, Versatile Vernon Kilns in 1978 and Versatile Vernon Kilns Book II in 1983. She published Collectible Vernon Kilns in 1994. After that she spent many years researching and uncovering scare examples for her second edition, published in 2004. REVIEW: This book includes hundreds of color photographs not featured in the previous edition, as well as new information and current collector values. Art ware, specialty ware, dinnerware, and famous artists and designers are featured.
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