From the 1930s to the 1960s numerous potteries in Southern California turned out some of the finest figural pottery ever made in America. For decades these beautiful wares lingered in obscurity, but now they have rocketed to the forefront of collectibility. They are illustrated here with over 800 color photographs covering more than 75 companies. Among them are companies such as Brayton Laguna, Kay Finch and Hedi Scoop. Lesser known companies like DeLee Art, Robert Simmons, and Walker-Renaker are represented too. Information about the potteries, tips for collectors, and a realistic price guide make this an indispensable book for collectors.
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A collector, dealer, and prolific writer about antique pottery, Mike Schneider resides in Ohio with his wife Cindy.
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17 of 17 people found the following review helpful:
3.0 out of 5 stars
If you collect figurines, this book is for you!,
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This review is from: California Potteries: The Complete Book (A Schiffer Book for Collectors) (Hardcover)
Chock-full of pottery figurines and planters. Very few photos of other decorative-ware. Lots of info on little known companies and distributors. No index in back. Companies listed alphabetically. Nice photos and descriptions. Brief company histories.
8 of 9 people found the following review helpful:
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The Perfect Book for the Beginning Collector,
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This review is from: California Potteries: The Complete Book (A Schiffer Book for Collectors) (Hardcover)
Fabulous book with wonderful information about the more collectible Califonia pottery companies. Helpful, informative and wonderful pictorials...some pricing and general information about the market
4 of 5 people found the following review helpful:
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Schneider Rocks Again!,
This review is from: California Potteries: The Complete Book (A Schiffer Book for Collectors) (Hardcover)
Mike Schneider, the leading collectible literary figure in our time, lights a path for us to follow again in this work of art about works of art. Beautiful pictures tied together neatly with outstanding captions and background information...all done by this jack-of-all-trades, Mike Schneider...Schiffer Publishing is lucky to have this diamond of an author.
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