Collector's Encyclopedia of Bauer Pottery - Identification & Values [Hardcover]

Jack Chipman (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: November 1997

The J.A. Bauer Company (1885-1962), known for its simple, colorful tableware, has become one of the most sought and valued lines of American pottery. Bauer pioneered the concept of solid color, mix-and-match dinnerware with their most popular lines of ring, plain ware, and Monterey Modern. The works of this famous pottery are now documented in this new Collector's Encyclopedia of Bauer Pottery, written by Jack Chipman. This long-awaited reference guide features over 300 beautiful color photos in addition to vintage catalogs, brochures, and advertising. The interesting history of Bauer is outlined along with staff and plant archival photos. It covers all product lines incuding Russel Wright artware, Bauer Atlanta, and Bauer Los Angeles - stoneware, tableware, kitchenware, and artware. This book is an easy-to-use guide for collectors and dealers alike. Every piece is described in detail and given current collector values. With a wealth of information, beautiful photos, and a current value guide, this reference will fill a void in many collectors' libraries. We are proud to add this fine work to our line of pottery books. 2001 values. AUTHORBIO: Jack Chipman has collected California ceramics, particularly Bauer pottery, for over 20 years. He has published books on Bauer Pottery and California Pottery. He is also a talented fine artist who work is in the collections of several museums. REVIEW: This book is the second Bauer reference guide published by the author, and contains more items and current collector values. The author's goal of including everything that Bauer ever made, although not realized, was attempted in this volume.

Product Details

• Hardcover: 224 pages
• Publisher: Collector Books; illustrated edition edition (November 1997)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1574320041
• ISBN-13: 978-1574320046
• Product Dimensions: 11.4 x 8.5 x 0.8 inches
• Shipping Weight: 2.4 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (15 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #318,768 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
  • #58 in Books > Crafts, Hobbies & Home > Antiques & Collectibles > Pottery & Ceramics

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11 of 11 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars INVALUABLE, July 27, 2001

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MOVIE MAVEN (New York, NY USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Collector's Encyclopedia of Bauer Pottery - Identification & Values (Hardcover)

I started collecting Bauer Ringwear by accident with a totally random visit to a wonderful shop on Melrose Avenue in Los Angeles called Buddy's Art Pottery. Whenever I visited Hollywood, I knew that Buddy would help me choose that single, special, almost-affordable piece of Ringwear and spend lots of his time sharing his knowledge, as if I were a major purchaser. Buddy has, sadly, passed away and his shop is a thing of the past. Living in New York as I do, Bauer is not a common collectible. In fact, most antique dealers do not even know the name and try to steer me to their collection of Fiestaware.

I am today a more informed buyer and that is mainly due to the writings of Jack Chipman. This Encyclopedia, specifically, has so many gorgeous photographs and such a thorough history of Bauer and its place in California pottery that I feel it is invaluable.

It is obviously impossible for any writer/collector to price correctly since there are publishing deadlines that must be met and prices, as we all know, change on a daily basis from place to place. But Chipman's price guide is a great "jumping off place." As I cruise Ebay looking for a Bauer bargain, I often think of Buddy and I always consult Chipman. HIGHLY RECOMMENDED

6 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars This is the best Bauer book yet!, January 4, 2001

By A Customer

This review is from: Collector's Encyclopedia of Bauer Pottery - Identification & Values (Hardcover)

We collectors all need to realize that price guides are just that, GUIDES! No one is ever totally happy with the values in books; either too high or too low, kinda just depends on if you are selling or buying. I feel that the prices are on the low side in Jack's book, but I would prefer that over him quoting the higher California area pricing; keep it real for the rest of us across the country. Even if you disregard the value guide aspect, this book is the most complete,informative book you can find if you like Bauer. The color photos are superb and the history is the best info I have found in print. Thank you Jack for putting up with the critics; just remember there are more fans that appreciate the work you have done for us.

6 of 7 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars This book is an invaluable tool for the Bauer collector, April 10, 1999

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[e-mail] (Seattle, WA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Collector's Encyclopedia of Bauer Pottery - Identification & Values (Hardcover)

Try as I might with my digital camera, I can't get the photos of MY Bauer vases to come out as well as the photos in this book! I was especially pleased with the attention paid to Fred Johnson's work, since there seems to be a lot of growth in this segment of the Bauer market lately. The reproductions of catalogues in the back of the book are especially helpful. Thank you Jack for another great book on Bauer pottery.