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Book Description
Franciscan dining services have graced table tops since 1930s. These colorful ceramics, potted in both earthenware and china and in a wide array of varying patterns and shapes, have come to the attention of collectors in recent years. A wide range of patterns and forms are captured here in over 700 beautiful color photographs. Individual patterns are portrayed, along with five-piece table settings and a variety of serving dishes. Museum pieces and advertising signs round out the presentation in this wide ranging text. A history of the Franciscan ware potteries is included, along with their manufacturer's marks. A listing of the vessel forms available in each pattern and updated values are provided to complete this informative guide.
Franciscan Dining Services,Jeffrey B. Snyder,Schiffer Publishing,0764315803,20th century,Antiques & Collectibles,Antiques/Collectibles,California,Catalogs,Collectors and collecting,Crafts / Hobbies,Franciscan ware,General,Gladding, McBean and Company,Pottery & Ceramics,Pottery, American,Antiques & collectables: ceramics & glass,Inter-war period, 1918-1939,c 1990 to c 2000
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