The prominent years 19591985, imperial, westmoreland, l. As will any expanse subject, i will need to purchase additional books for reference. Each featured piece is listed with history, maker marks, description and current collector pricing, making this book a great reference for novice and expert fenton collectors alike. This book is a 158 page hardback reference book with card board value and rarity guide included see photo and was published and distributed by oval advertising corp. Covers 100 years of fenton glass 1,200 detailed color photos provides history, maker marks, description and current pricing. A centennial of glass making, 1907 to 2007 fenton art glass. If you are thinking about adding to your fenton art glass. Shop fenton gift shop for unique gifts for all occasions. Only fenton reference to include advice on spotting fakes and reproductions a. Their initial business model was to paint glass blanks supplied by other. See more ideas about hummel figurines, figurines and goebel figurines.
The most common rare fenton glass material is glass. Their bylined column is the longestrunning syndicated weekly column. Fenton art glass reflects the best of the fenton tradition in glass making. The text includes brief histories of the ordering companies, clubs, and individuals, fenton logos used, a glossary of terms, a detailed bibliography, and values in the captions.
A number of other out of print books on fenton are also available online, including several excellent reference guides authored by respected glass. All shapes and colors of the entire fenton hobnail production from the late 1930s to the present are covered in fenton art glass hobnail patterns. Their initial business model was to paint glass blanks supplied by other manufacturers, but when the brothers ran into supply snags, they decided to make their own, setting up a glassblowing facility in williamstown, west virginia. Glass fenton glass vintage, antique and collectibleavailable for sale at. The stretch glass society sgs is an avid group of stretch glass collectors. If not available online, please check with your fenton dealer.
The values of glassware fluctuate depending on economic trends and demand for specific patterns and individual pieces. Fenton glass ranges from bright pieces to twisting spiral collectibles. Apr 03, 2011 fenton glassware pricevalue guide last updated. Dugan and diamond carnival glass price guide collectors book. This site is like a library, use search box in the widget to get ebook that you want. Fenton glass refernce book 19071939 identification and. When it comes to vintage glass, it doesnt get much better than. Continuing the legacy of handcrafted fenton art glass. Prices will vary depending on demand for specific items. For those who seek fentons popular glass, this book is an essential reference. Items made from 1973 onward are distinguished by an ovalshaped fenton raised logo. If you are thinking about adding to your fenton art glass collection or starting one, then you might have some questions. Fenton gift shop has a large selection of vintage and new fenton art glass. Owners are also able to find pricing information by contacting antique dealers or by looking at listings on auction sites.
Use this guide to help you identify and value antique and collectible fenton glassware. Depression glass price guide and pattern identification. April 3, 2011 by admin the fenton art glass company was founded in 1905 by brothers frank l. Hailed as the duke and duchess of the antiques world, they have written more than 100 books and special reports about collecting. This book groups similar items by category, such as baskets, bowls, candles, lamps, pitchers, vases, and vanity items. Shop forand learn aboutantique and vintage fenton glass and art glass. Fenton art glass set of six reference books on fenton.
Did you scroll all this way to get facts about rare fenton glass. Finding a piece of fenton glass at an antique shop or online auction can be exciting, but you may not know how to tell if its real. Antique and vintage fenton glass and art glass collectors. See more ideas about fenton glass, glass and books. Click download or read online button to get fenton glass patterns book now. See more ideas about fenton glassware, fenton glass and glass art. Use the drop down menus above to search for fenton glass by category, shape, size, color, occasion, and price range. The original factory was in an old glass factory in martins ferry, ohio in 1905.
Milk glass patterns westmoreland imperial fenton etc. Fenton gift shop moved to a new location in july, 2017. Fenton glass reference book, fenton art glass 19071939 identification and value guide by margaret kenn whitmyer hardback book, 320 pages. Pre1958 fenton milk glass is said to be easily distinguishable because it is less dense, less opaque, than their milk glass made from 1958 onwards. How can i find out how much tiara glassware is worth. Their initial business model was to paint glass blanks supplied by other manufacturers, but when the brothers ran into supply snags, they decided to make their own, setting up a glassblowing facility in. Handmade, americanmade fenton art glass and other unique gifts for all occasions. At first they painted glass blanks from other glass makers, but started making their own glass. Makers include westmoreland, imperial cooperative glass co.
Wright, and fenton schiffer book for collectors paperback by nathan taves and don jennings mar 30, 2007 4. May 27, 2004 this extensive and easytouse guide allows readers quick access to vital information on all of fentons art glass types and values. Reseacrh fenton art glass using catalogs and learn more about the history of the fenton art glass company. In 1907, the fenton company was the first to introduce carnival glass. The fenton art glass company was founded in 1905 by brothers frank l. No matter what youre looking for or where you are in the world, our global marketplace of sellers can help you find unique and affordable options. This book covers the founding of the company to early catalog reprints and the depression years. All 48 pages of our current 2001 catalog are online for your enjoyment. When it comes to collectible glass, fenton is a name that everyone recognizes. Fenton in an old glass factory in martins ferry, ohio. Fenton glass company started in 1905, when brothers frank and john fenton set up shop in an old glass factory in martins ferry, ohio. Fenton glass reference book 19071939 identification and. Older glass made by this company can be researched through these guides, which are now out of print but can still be located with a little effort.
An identification and value guide schiffer book for collectors celery vases. The relationship between fenton glass and qvc in the 1980s are pictured. Theres also a color and pattern available to suit every taste. It covers quite a few items that dont appear in the book. By learning the markings used on fenton glass, as well as studying the styles, you can identify fenton glass. The factory at one time was owned by the old west virginia glass company. Oct 01, 2017 this fenton art glass site is dedicated to the fenton collectors and maintained by fellow fenton fanatics. Order your own 2002 catalog today, just click here.
Founded in 1999 by john gager with the help of many fenton fans, the purpose of the site continues to be a community portal for all things fenton art glass. This book is a 158 page hardback reference book with card board value. Find a price guide for fenton antique glass online through sites such as and or by purchasing a physical price guide from a retail site such as. This comprehensive book covers the history of milk glass including its makers, types of milk glass, patterns, values see date of publication and more. Also, the fenton logo was introduced on milk glass from 1974 onwards, with a tiny number 8 below the word fenton. See more ideas about fenton glass, glass and fenton glassware. This was his last book after passing away from a yearlong ilness on 14 august, 1988. Over dazzling color images display the beauty and elegance in glassware produced by the fenton art glass company from 1985 to today.
See more ideas about fenton glass, glass and glass collection. Sandwichpattern depression glass produced by indiana glass company during the 1920s is one of the more popular patterns. Fenton art glass identification and value guide the spruce crafts. Fenton glass company started in 1905, when brothers frank and john fenton set up. Online sites such as ebay and etsy provide current values for tiara glassware. Identifying fenton glass company pieces before the 1970s fenton did not embed its logo into the bottom of pieces which can make it difficult to identify something as a true fenton.
Where can you find a price guide for fenton antique glass. Sc book carnival glass ellen schroy reference guide book peacock. Glass made as special orders for levay and souvenir items for many glass collectors clubs are also shown. Can i subscribe to your quarterly publication, glass messenger. Identification and price guide mark moran on amazon. The rage for carnival glass in the united states continued for 10 years 1908 to about 1918. This reference will be a joy for all who enjoy quality glassware. These highly collectible and much sought after wares are from fenton s general, connoisseur, and special series lines. Fenton art glassfenton gift shop, williamstown, wv. Retired earrings special and new limited editions from fenton. Information for this book was gathered from original fenton catalogs and correspondence with the fenton art glass company, information from companies that ordered from fenton, and individual collectors. Fenton glass patterns download ebook pdf, epub, tuebl, mobi. A number of other out of print books on fenton are also available online, including several excellent reference guides authored by respected glass collectors and experts margaret and kenn whitmyer.
Welcome to the fenton art glass 2001 online catalog. This book is an essential reference for cat and dog lovers and all fenton glass. Included is a fenton glass carnival pattern guide and a listing of the colors fenton made in carnival glass. Etsy is the home to thousands of handmade, vintage, and oneofakind products and gifts related to your search. Find out how much select pieces of fenton glass are worth.
The company still makes some products in williamstown, west virginia, while a different company continues to use many of the original molds. Depression glass is widely collected the world over and many patterns are still plentiful enough to keep prices reasonable. How to identify antique and vintage glassware styles. Thousands of listings and over 390 beautiful color images illustrate the vast range of art glass produced by the fenton art glass company since it opened for business in 1905. This fenton art glass site is dedicated to the fenton collectors and maintained by fellow fenton fanatics. Fenton art glass rose ashtray set milk glass 19681970. Our goals are to help preserve this beautiful glass and the history of its manufacture as part of our american heritage, to educate the public as to its existence, to promote an appreciation of collecting this type of glass. Fenton draped swirl pink cat head extended paws handmade glass shoe signed. The many different colors were the work of jacob rosenthal, a famous glass chemist who is known for developing chocolate and golden agate glass.
A great source of fenton art glass products and history are back issues of glass. Type it in the white box at the right and click go. Identifying fenton glass company pieces fenton blog. When the market for carnival glass slumped in the 1920s, the lowerquality carnival glass was given away as prizes at carnivals. An essential book for informed collectors of fenton art glass. Fenton art glass company a hexagonal cobalt blue vase with spruce green edge and hand painted morning glories decoration to side that reflects the best of the fenton tradition in glass. This popular tour of sumptuous glass colors, decorative treatments, and forms from baskets and bowls to sandwich trays and vases produced by the famous fenton art glass company is back in a new edition, complete with new values for collectors.
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