The Collector's Encyclopedia of Fiesta, Plus Harlequin, Riviera and Kitchen Kraft


Book Description

Introduced in 1936 by the Homer Laughlin China Company, the colorful Fiesta dinnerware was redesigned in 1969, withdrawn in 1973, and reissued in 1986 in different colors. Heavily revised and updated with new finds, this new edition of an invaluable tool for collectors and dealers. Includes over 1,000 photos, many in full color, that will aid in identification.




The Collector's Encyclopedia of Fiesta, with Harlequin and Riviera


Book Description

This book showcases over 1,000 colorful pieces of Fiesta and features the colors and shapes of the 'post-86' line as well. There are more than 50 new photos, in cluding some rare, never-before-seen pieces. The popular Harlequin, Riviera, and Kitchen Kraft lines are also featured. Kenilworth, a line which has not been in cluded in previous editions, and striped Fiesta are both well documented this ti me, and the Art China section has been expanded and will include many wonderful new photos of this early line. The authors have also included experimental items from the Homer Laughlin morgue, as well as the historical information so many c ollectors crave. Finally, current values are addressed and changes have been mad e to better reflect today's market on both the vintage and post-86 lines.







The Collectors Encyclopedia of Fiesta, with Harlequin and Riviera


Book Description

This book showcases over 1,000 colorful pieces of Fiesta and features the colors and shapes of the 'post-86' line as well. There are more than 50 new photos, in cluding some rare, never-before-seen pieces. The popular Harlequin, Riviera, and Kitchen Kraft lines are also featured. Kenilworth, a line which has not been in cluded in previous editions, and striped Fiesta are both well documented this ti me, and the Art China section has been expanded and will include many wonderful new photos of this early line. The authors have also included experimental items from the Homer Laughlin morgue, as well as the historical information so many c ollectors crave. Finally, current values are addressed and changes have been mad e to better reflect today's market on both the vintage and post-86 lines.










Homer Laughlin: Decades of Dinnerware


Book Description

This book contains almost 4,000 Homer Laughlin dinnerware patterns in full color, plus hundreds of additional photographs, advertisements, pamphlets, and the history of The Homer Laughlin China Company and its dinnerware. Represented are dinnerware patterns from pre-1900 to current Fiesta? patterns and everything in between.




Fiesta, Harlequin, & Kitchen Kraft Dinnerwares


Book Description

Three of the most collectible lines of vintage dinnerware are thoroughly explored in this major work written by expert collectors. Colorful Fiesta, Harlequin, and Kitchen Kraft sets made since 1936 by The Homer Laughlin China Company are shown in 592 color photographs and detailed measured drawings along with extensive analysis of the shapes, marks, production methods, and decorations. Their enormous popularity, originally and now, has made these dinnerware lines familiar to four generations of Americans, and this reference will link them with collectors, dealers, and users long into the future.




Warman's Fiesta


Book Description

This book empowers you to thoroughly enjoy and find greater success in collecting Fiesta dinnerware. Highly collectible and revolutionary for its time, Fiesta continues its reign as the ware that "turns your table into celebration" by appealing to fans of both art deco styling and pottery. Warman's Fiesta Ware presents a detailed production timeline from 1936 to the present, updated collector values, tips for spotting fakes, and a guide to: &break;&break;Vintage pieces including bowls, cups, carafes, coffeepots, comports, pitchers, platters and more &break;&break;Promotional items &break;&break;Post '86 Fiesta Commemoratives &break;&break;Fiesta Go-Alongs




Antiques Roadshow Collectibles


Book Description

Offers tips on identifying, collecting, and caring for furniture, photographs, posters and illustration art, costume jewelry and wristwatches, dolls, toys, advertising and sports memorabilia, and glass and pottery.