Mid-Century Modern Dinnerware: A Pictorial Guide: Ak-Sar-Ben to Paden City Pottery by Michael Pratt

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Ak-Sar-Ben to Paden City Pottery

This colorful book provides a sweeping overview of the modern tableware designs introduced by leading pottery firms worldwide from the 1940s through the 1960s. So extensive is the coverage that this volume surveys forty-seven potteries from A to P, including American Limoges, Buffalo, Century House, FrankomaM, Hall, Mayer, Pacific, and Pfaltzgraff. A second volume is being written to present the rest. Over 500 vivid color photographs display these modern tableware designs at their best.

The concise text presents new information, grading guidelines, a detailed bibliography, and an index. Current market values are found in the captions. Anyone who appreciates modern design will find this book a treasure.