Quimper Pottery

Quimper faience pottery has been produced by three primary factories in the French town of Quimper (pronounced Kem-pair), and this book explains, compares and contrasts the factories and their products. The colorful and charming decorations on French Quimper pottery have made it a popular ware for over 300 years. Collected in North America and England today, old Quimper ware is presented in 290 clear color photographs with makers' marks and a newly updated price guide.

This book teaches how to assess the age, authenticity, and value of the colorful and charming French Quimper pottery. Over 550 color photos show examples from ordinaire to extraordinaire with sections on the artists and how to care for and enjoy a collection of art pottery.

Join the journey from the flea markets of Paris to the city of Quimper to find hundreds of examples of beautiful Quimper pottery, some of it quite unique and rare. Learnthe history, art, and spirit of the Breton people. More than 800 photographs cover the region and the pottery. Alphabetically-ordered pieces are presented in photos and text, with price ranges listed.

Ceramic Showcase Whether your favorite piece comes from a mid-century modern ceramic line, lovely Victorian porcelain, or the many variations of fine art pottery, you'll find them beautifully displayed in the new edition of Antique Trader Pottery & Porcelain Ceramics. From the boldly creative works of George Ohr to the inherent practicality of Red Wing, this striking reference covers the fine to the finctional in all its glory - and value. Created specifically to serve the needs of a wide variety of collectors, dealers, and those who simply enjoy ceramics, Antique Trader Pottery & Ceramics features more than 1,500 color images, descriptions, and prices. Coupled with maker marks and vital historical information, the seventh edition offers a helfpul yet sublime guide to a gloriously diverse and splendid world.

Lists more than two hundred flea markets in France, rated according to price range and quality of merchandise, and includes descriptions of popular French collectibles