Introducing Roseville Pottery

ISBN: 0764309218

Author: Mark T. Bassett

Condition: New

Roseville pottery is introduced, explained, examined, and surveyed in this beautiful, sweeping guide. Over 840 color photographs present representative examples of the numerous product lines created by the Roseville Pottery Company during its long life from 1890 to 1954. A detailed examination of the various pottery lines is provided to accompany the photographs. These pottery lines have been meticulously researched and dated. The various ware types produced for each line are enumerated. Also included in the text are a discussion of experimental and trial glaze pieces, a glaze and shape identification guide, a timeline of Roseville products, and an examination of the company's factory marks and artist signatures. Guidelines for building a collection and tips on collector's etiquette round out the presentation. Values are provided for all of the items displayed. Finally, a selected bibliography and an index are included. , 848 color photographs, 8 1/2" x 11", Price Guide/Index