More Hagen-Renaker Pottery


Book Description

This volume in the Hagen-Renaker series of books continues where the first two left off, featuring models or colors not covered in the other books and catching up with more recently released figurines and a multitude of interesting pottery items in between. The chapters feature numerous horses, cats, dogs, other animals, Disney characters, and dealer special runs. The Albert Staehle Saturday Evening Post dog, "Butch," has a special feature, as do some of the Zany Zoo critters and the popular Little Horribles. There are also many unique, rare treasures not commonly seen, and a section on imitations. Finally, the book features a tribute to several of the talented artists and craftspeople who were with Hagen-Renaker pottery since the early 1950s. Nearly 500 images fill this book, along with detailed, informative text and suggested prices to enhance the value of this reference.




Hagen-Renaker Pottery


Book Description

This book features over 480 beautiful color photos of pottery created at Hagen-Renaker. Realistic and whimsical clay animal figurines are displayed, making this book truly enjoyable to read. Also included is a price guide, information on other potteries of the time, and a look at some Hagen-Renaker imitations.




Hagen-Renaker Through the Years


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The Hagen-Renaker has produced appealing, yet affordable figurines and other pottery since the 1940s. Their unique styles and popular products are illustrated in 446 color photos. A chapter identifying and dating them, and a current price guide are invaluable to collectors.




Freeman-McFarlin Pottery


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"Included in this story are the overlapping histories of other California Potteries owned by Gerald McFarlin prior to his partnership with Maynard Anthony Freeman, including Tudor Pottery, Rio Hondo and McFarlin Potteries. The early years are defined by cute miniature animals and plain-looking pottery. One the partnership flourished, the animals and tableware became larger, bolder and much more innovative."--Back cover.







Horse, Bird, and Wildlife Figures of Maureen Love


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Artist and sculptor Maureen Love is best known to collectors as one of the wildlife designers for the Hagen-Renaker Pottery, where she began work in 1951. Featured here are hundreds of horses and other animal figurines created by Love through both her own independent companies and for Hagen-Renaker. A detailed personal history, index, and price guide are also included in this wonderful tribute to a multi-talented artist.




California Potteries


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From the 1930s to the 1960s, numerous potteries in California turned out some of the finest figural pottery ever made in America. Here they are illustrated in over 800 color photographs covering more than 75 companies such as Brayton Laguna, Kay Finch, Hedi Scoop, DeLee Art, Robert Simmons, Walker-Renaker, and others. Provides information about the potteries, tips for collectors, and Price Guide.







No Longer Grandma's Cookie Jars


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No Longer Grandma's Cookie Jars: My Incomplete Collection of My Cookie Jars with Subchapter of Andy Warhol’s Look-Alike Collection Sold in Sotheby’s Auction House in April of 1988 By: Edward W. Magerkurth Edward W. Magerkurth started collecting cookie jars in May of 1996. When he started collecting, his goal was to have 2,000 by the year 2000. Realizing he was not alone in his passion, Edward has met many other cookie jar collectors at antique shops, resale stores , and garage sales. He wanted to keep a record as his collection grew. Enjoy his collection of jars from many different categories.




Fairy Gardening


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Fairy gardens are enjoying an astonishing surge in popularity and now you can begin making your own enchanting miniature landscapes, complete with pint-sized accessories, diminutive plants, and quaint fairy figures. Gardeners Julie Bawden-Davis and Beverly Turner provide you with step-by-step instructions for creating a magical garden that will attract Thumbelina herself! Learn how to design, plant, accessorize, and care for your very own small corner of the world by following seven simple steps, including choosing the perfect container, planting luxurious pint-sized plants, decorating with properly scaled accessories, and telling a story through the delicate fairies you choose to inhabit your magical wonderland. Included are full-color photographs showcasing various types of fairy gardens and accessories, which are sure to inspire the designer in you! And best of all, these perennial gardens are perfect for the busy gardener, as they require less than ten minutes per week to maintain—this could be your new favorite hobby! For the inner child in us all, Fairy Gardening is sure to enchant both the novice and the experienced gardener who wishes to stir up Lilliputian flights of fancy.