Kitchen Glassware of the Depression Years: Identification & Values (Hardcover)

by Gene Florence (Author) "Gay Fad Studios (a decorating company in Lancaster, Ohio) had a "Peach Blossom" pattern shown in their 1954 - 1955 catalog..." (more)
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Editorial Reviews

Review
Written by America's top authority on Depression glass, this is undeniably the definitive reference on kitchen glassware. The highly collectible glass from the Depression era through the 1960s fills its pages, in addition to the ever-popular Fire-King and Pyrex glassware. In an easy-to-use format, more than 5,000 items are showcased. -John Alvey

Product Description
Many new photos and new discoveries and information make this book indispensable to all glass collectors and dealers. More than 5,000 items are showcased in beautiful professional color photos with descriptions and values. Many new finds and exceptionally rare pieces have been added. The highly collectible glass from the 1940s, 1950s, and 1960s fills the nearly 300 pages, in addition to the ever-popular Fire King glassware. This comprehensive encyclopedia provides an easy to use format, showing items by color, shapes, or patterns. The collector will enjoy the pages of glass, from colorful juice reamers, shakers, rare and unusual glass knives, to the mixing bowls and baking dishes we still find in our kitchen cupboards. The price guide has been revised to reflect the current collector market. 272 pages. 2005 values. AUTHORBIO: A collector since childhood, Gene Florence's hobby of buying and selling glassware turned into a full-time career. First writing a book on Depression Glass, Florence has gone on to author many popular glassware titles including books on Depression Glass; Occupied Japan Collectibles; Kitchen Glassware; Very Rare Glassware; 40s, 50s, & 60s Glassware;Elegant Glassware; Stemware; Glassware Pattern Identification; Anchor Hocking's Fire-King; Glass Candlesticks; and Salt & Pepper Shakers. REVIEW: Written by America's top authority on Depression glass, this is undeniably the definitive reference on kitchen glassware. The highly collectible glass from the Depression era through the 1960s fills its pages, in addition to the ever-popular Fire-King and Pyrex glassware. In an easy-to-use format, more than 5,000 items are showcased. -John Alvey

Product Details

• Hardcover: 270 pages
• Publisher: Collector Books; 6 edition (May 2001)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1574322206
• ISBN-13: 978-1574322200
• Product Dimensions: 10.9 x 8.5 x 0.9 inches
• Shipping Weight: 2.6 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 4.7 out of 5 stars See all reviews (18 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #497,141 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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27 of 27 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Put This On YOUR Shopping List...., December 18, 2002

By	Hillary (Brooklyn, New York) - See all my reviews

I have several glass reference books, and all of them by the incomparable glass expert Gene Florence. He has not put out a reference yet, that is not worth buying. .............. As a long-time avid collector of many different forms of glass, this book is my perfect reference for the specialized area of collectible kitchen glassware. This reference goes by color, and then by items. It is easy to classify exactly what you are looking for, from reamers to rolling pins, you will find it. The pictures are a stunning visual array that will delight anyone who loves kitchen glass, or any kind of decorative glass. Years ago simple kitchen items were made in so many beautiful colors, and that is how I became interested in collecting this form of glass in addition to all the art glass, EAPG, milk glass, depression and handblown pieces in my vast collection. I have purchased books from the many Gene Florence editions available on those subjects too, and I can honestly say that you can't go wrong with any of his titles in whatever area of glass collecting interests you. Not only are the pictures wonderful and the text informative, but you can get an idea of values with the easy to follow detailed price guide that covers by color, and then pattern on various sets. Styles and objects of kitchenware are thoroughly covered by manufacturer too. If you are looking specifically for say Hazel Atlas, or Jeanette, Anchor Hocking, Fry and other popular manufacturers, they are easy to find listed. There are also rarities and reproductions to look out for in the closing. A great feature so that you don't pay for an antique that really isn't! ............. If you are a beginner, or an advanced collector you need this book. If you are in the business of selling collectible glass, here is your pricing guide to help you get the value of what the pieces are worth. Prices are for mint specimens of course, and that is stated. ................ As always, this Gene Florence edition is well worth a place in YOUR glass reference library.

14 of 14 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Good reference, lacks organization., November 27, 1999

By	Laura Fearins (Maryland) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Kitchen Glassware of the Depression Years (Kitchen Glassware of the Depression Years: Identification & Values) (Hardcover)

Like many of Gene Florence's books, this one had accurate prices, good pictures and good descriptions, but awful organization. He starts with using colors to organize, then he goes to a few specific pieces, and then he goes to companies. It makes it hard to look up a piece that you have no idea what portion of the book it would be listed in.

9 of 9 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars A good book, BUT, March 21, 2003

By A Customer

This is a handy book, a lot of pieces shown, but I found one problem with the book. There is not enough info given on who actually made the pieces. I have found items, but not manufacturer, which is not a help when trying to accurately identify something. Some pieces have more info than others. It is a nice book though, the pictures are clear, in color and very easy to see. I just wish more info had been provided on who made some of the pieces.