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

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Key Phrases: indio brown, low flower bowl, shape cookie jar, Monterey Moderne, Los Angeles, Bauer Atlanta (more...)

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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.

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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.

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Hardcover: 224 pages
Publisher: Collector Books; illustrated edition edition (December 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 (13 customer reviews)

Amazon.com Sales Rank: #744,249 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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I confess to having a problem with "art pottery." Read the first page

Key Phrases - Statistically Improbable Phrases (SIPs): (learn more)
indio brown, low flower bowl, shape cookie jar, desert beige, hat ashtray, speckled colors, speckled pink, yellow ware, swirl pots, single hanger, colored pottery, leaf bowl, new glazes, carton packed, champagne white, coffee server, spicy green, pudding dish, speckled green, oyster white, colored glazes, art pottery

Key Phrases - Capitalized Phrases (CAPs): (learn more)
Monterey Moderne, Los Angeles, Bauer Atlanta, Mission Moderne, Ray Murray, Matt Carlton, Bauer Pottery, Tracy Irwin, Russel Wright, Fred Johnson, Louis Ipsen, Victor Houser, Jim Johnson, Plant Two, California Pottery, Gloss Pastel Kitchenware, Brusche Al Fresco, Hi-Fire Pottery, Plant One, Herb Brutsche, Southern California, Tea Pot, West Coast, World War, Watson Bockmon

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This book cites 45 books:

Bauer: Classic American Pottery by M. & Brenner, P. Tuchman on page 39, Back Matter (1), and Back Matter (2)
The Rocky Mountains (Ready-to-Read. Level 1) by Marion Dane Bauer in Front Matter, and page 95
Complete Collectors Guide to Bauer Pottery by Jack Chipman in Front Matter, and Back Matter
Elegant Glassware of the Depression Era by Gene Florence in Back Matter
Red Wing Collectibles by Dan Depasquale in Back Matter

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5.0 out of 5 stars INVALUABLE, July 27, 2001

By	MOVIE MAVEN (New York, NY USA) - See all my reviews (TOP 1000 REVIEWER)

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

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

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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.

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

By	bauerpots@aol.com (Seattle, WA) - See all my reviews

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.

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5.0 out of 5 stars Prices represent the time B.M. (Before Martha Stewart)
Mr. Chipman did a fantastic job at giving collectors an extensive history and overview of Bauer Pottery; its founders, key managers and workers and customer base. Read more

Published on October 18, 2007 by S. V. Heming

5.0 out of 5 stars Collector's Guide to Bauer Pottery
Great photo shots of the various Bauer products. Highly useful to a novice collector interested in the history and examples of Bauer pottery. Read more

Published on September 10, 2005 by Janice E. Johnson

4.0 out of 5 stars Collector's Guide to Bauer Pottery
This book is wonderful. I found everything I needed to know. Jack Chipman has done a great job - the text is clear and informative and the photos are especially good as they... Read more

Published on October 12, 2002

3.0 out of 5 stars Great for indentification, but for pricing...., I wish!
I really enjoyed the great photography and certainly the history of Bauer Pottery , however, from my buying view, the prices quoted and taking in all of the considerations Mr... Read more

Published on May 7, 2000 by Pat Geary

4.0 out of 5 stars HMMM
I have to agree about the pricing. Rarely will you find rare Ringware pieces at the prices that he is quoting (even as an estimate). Read more

Published on January 18, 2000

5.0 out of 5 stars This is the best Bauer Pottery book.
I am a long time Bauer Pottery collector, (about 25 years) This is the book I have been looking for. Read more

Published on November 7, 1999

5.0 out of 5 stars very informative w/ great photos.
Helpful for the novice collector of pottery. Great photos that really show the colors. Also original catalog reprints that are quite cool. A fun book to look at.

Published on September 27, 1998

4.0 out of 5 stars Very good photos. Prices unrealistic.
We have been waiting a long time for this book. It is very good, but could have been much better. The photographs are super. Read more

Published on January 15, 1998 by rltravis@ucdavis.edu

4.0 out of 5 stars Pretty pictures, informative text, misleading values.
Well worth the cost for informational value, but just try to purchase dinnerware at the prices indicated. Read more

Published on January 11, 1998

5.0 out of 5 stars This is the best Bouer Pottery book.
I am a long time Bauer Pottery collector, (about 25 years) This is the book I have been looking for. Read more

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