Features
- Cover Type: Hard Cover with 208 pages
- Published by: Schiffer Publishing October 1998
- Written in: English
- ISBN 10 Number: 0764306618
- ISBN 13 Number: 978-0764306617
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Book Dimensions:
11.3 x 8.5 x 1 inches
- Weighs: 3 pounds
Product Description
"Milk glass" today is considered neither white nor entirely opaque, as illustrated by more than 450 photographs in this book. Drawn from the extensive collections of members of the National Milk Glass Collectors Society, most pieces pictured here have not appeared in any previous book. Even long-time collectors will be surprised to see items they have never encountered. American, English, French and other foreign manufacturers are represented. Some pieces are shown here in extremely rare colors. A special section shows items that have puzzled collectors or whose distinctive qualities merit special attention. Twenty-four pages from early catalogs of the French glasshouses Vallerysthal and Portieux are reprinted in color illustrating exquisite pieces. A checklist of major manufacturers, selected readings, index, and value guide are also provided. A must for lovers of milk glass, this book will appeal to all who appreciate finely-made glass.
Reader ReviewsThe quality of the photographs is excellent. Large and clear photos give the reader a very precise view of the item. The descriptions leave no doubt as to what the item is. The references to reproductions of an item is extremely helpful. This is a long awaited book for any milk glass collector.
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