Chintz Ceramics [Hardcover]

Jo Anne P. Welsh (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: June 1998

The brilliant floral bouquets adorning chintz ceramics are displayed in over 400 full-color photographs. The major English chintz manufacturers, Royal Winton, James Kent, Lord Nelson, Shelley, Crown Ducal, and Empire, are discussed and many examples of their chintz wares are identified and shown. Over one hundred patterns are amply illustrated, including the popular DuBarry, Rosalynde, and Summertime patterns.

Lesser known firms and American importers are also explored, along with the Japanese manufacturers of hand painted chintz. Manufacturer's marks are identified and dated. Chintz ceramics were introduced in the late 19th century, and rose to great heights of popularity in the first half of the 20th century as they were exported around the world. A value guide is included with newly updated prices

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About the Author

Jo Anne Welsh's interest in antiques and collectibles began when she conducted estate sales in her neighborhood. She purchased her first Chintz ceramics in 1982. --This text refers to an alternate Hardcover edition.

Product Details

• Hardcover: 160 pages
• Publisher: Schiffer Pub Ltd; 2nd Rev&Up edition (June 1998)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0764304518
• ISBN-13: 978-0764304514
• Product Dimensions: 11.3 x 8.5 x 0.9 inches
• Shipping Weight: 2.2 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (6 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #3,068,819 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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9 of 9 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Beautiful book worthy of "coffee table" presentation!, July 13, 1999

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This review is from: Chintz Ceramics (Hardcover)

Excellent presentation on chintz pottery and ceramics without making it look like a manual. The type of book you'd want in your collection as a show piece.

10 of 11 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Informative, interesting, and inspiring!, July 24, 1999

By A Customer

This review is from: Chintz Ceramics (Hardcover)

This book clearly shows the author's enthusiasm and knowledge of chintz ceramics. Beautifully illustrated and packed with information for both the novice and experienced collector of chintz china. Highly recommended!

4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A very beautiful and informative book on chintz!, July 11, 1999

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This review is from: Chintz Ceramics (Hardcover)

This book is absolutely gorgeous. Of course, it is full of very useful information for chintz collectors. It is very educational for any one interested in learning more about chintz ceramics. However, the best thing about this book is its beauty. I just love to look at it time and time again.