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Saturday, October 1, 2011
Amethyst - A Definition
A light pastel purple as opposed to black amethyst which appears black until held to strong light whereby it shows deep purple.
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Saturday, September 10, 2011
Helpful Tip - Removing Glue from Glazed Pottery
I purchased some new Haeger vases and when I got them home discovered the glue was so thick on the price tag I could not remove it with dish soap. Mayonnaise worked for me. I knew a few remedies like nail polish remover but of course did not want to damage the glaze with something so strong. I put the mayo on it then I used a toothbrush to work it into the glue. Let it sit for around 45 minutes. Go back to it, clean off with a dish sponge, one didn't come off completely so I did it again. Now it is almost perfect, might need another treatment if my son cannot rub it out.
Friday, September 9, 2011
Haeger Pottery - East Dundee Illinois
In 1871 the year of the Chicago fire immigrant David H. Haeger founded the Dundee Brickyard. Over the next 140 years this small town brick maker became America’s oldest and largest producer of pottery in the world.
Today the Great Granddaughter of David Haeger is the fourth generation to lead Haeger Industries. Haeger is certified a "Woman’s Business Enterprise".
Today the Great Granddaughter of David Haeger is the fourth generation to lead Haeger Industries. Haeger is certified a "Woman’s Business Enterprise".
Monday, August 29, 2011
Mystery Dish Answer - August 29, 2011
The maker is Hocking Glass, the pattern is Old Colony. This pattern is also referred to as "Lace Edge" in many books and articles. When purchasing this pattern be sure to inspect carefully. This pattern is one of the more fragile ones. Check fully around the edges and underneath for cracks running from one opening to the next. Hocking made this pattern from 1935 to 1938.
Hope everyone had a good time and learned something also.
Hope everyone had a good time and learned something also.
Sunday, August 28, 2011
Mystery Dish - Just for Fun
Have fun. Answer will be posted in the evening on Monday, August 29, 2011
Monday, August 22, 2011
Mystery Dish Answer - August 21, 2011
The maker is Heisey Glass, the pattern is Wampum, No. 1533. This is a rare bowl and platter and was made by Heisey Glass between 1941 to 1944.
Hope everyone had a good time and learned something also.
Hope everyone had a good time and learned something also.
Sunday, August 21, 2011
Mystery Dish - Just for Fun
Can anyone identify this week’s mystery dish. This one is an elegant dish and you have to name the pattern and company.
Have fun. Answer will be posted in the evening on Monday, August 21, 2011
Have fun. Answer will be posted in the evening on Monday, August 21, 2011
Monday, August 15, 2011
Mystery Dish Answer - August 15, 2011
The maker is Lancaster Glass, the pattern is Landrum.
Catisfaction got the answer she guessed Lancaster, and the pattern as Landrum. Congratulations for guessing the Mystery Dish. Visit Catisfaction’s FB Page.
Avaricias’s guessed Lancaster Glass, but did not get the pattern. Visit Avaricia’s FB Page.
Hope everyone had a good time and learned something also. Check next Sunday for a new Mystery Dish.
Catisfaction got the answer she guessed Lancaster, and the pattern as Landrum. Congratulations for guessing the Mystery Dish. Visit Catisfaction’s FB Page.
Avaricias’s guessed Lancaster Glass, but did not get the pattern. Visit Avaricia’s FB Page.
Hope everyone had a good time and learned something also. Check next Sunday for a new Mystery Dish.
Sunday, August 14, 2011
Mystery Dish - Just for Fun
Have fun. Answer will be posted in the evening on Monday, August 15, 2011
Monday, August 8, 2011
Mystery Dish Answer - August 8, 2011
The answer to this week’s mystery dish is: Indiana Glass Tiara Exclusives, color is Teal Blue, pattern is Constellation. It is a Basket Bowl which can be used for several things, such as fruit or to display flowers. Indiana Glass made most of the Tiara Exclusives glassware. Tiara Exclusives sold their glassware at home parties in the Seventies.
Sunday, August 7, 2011
Mystery Dish - Just for Fun
Can anyone identify this week’s mystery dish. This one you have to name the pattern and company.
Have fun. Answer will be posted in the evening on Monday, August 8th.
Have fun. Answer will be posted in the evening on Monday, August 8th.
Monday, August 1, 2011
Mystery Dish Answer - August 1, 2011
The answer to this week’s mystery dish is Indiana Carnival Glass Harvest Grape Marigold Pedestal Compote
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Hope you had fun and thanks for visiting my Blog.
Sunday, July 31, 2011
Mystery Dish - Just for Fun
Can anyone identify this week’s mystery dish. This one you have to name the pattern and company. Hint: This dish is carnival glass.
Have fun. Answer will be posted in the evening on Monday, August 1st.
Have fun. Answer will be posted in the evening on Monday, August 1st.
Monday, July 25, 2011
Mystery Animal Figure Answer
The answer is Royal Haeger Pottery Amber Tiger Figure. I know this lookls like a Leopard but my Haeger Book by David Dilly lists this named by Royal Haeger Pottery as an Amber Tiger Figure.
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Hope you had fun and thanks for visiting my Blog.
Sunday, July 24, 2011
Mystery Animal Figure - Just for Fun
It’s Sunday, new Mystery is not a dish but an animal figure. He is made by a pottery company. For this one you need to identify the company who made him and the animal. Have fun!!!!!
Answer will be posted Monday, July 25, 2011 after 6:00 p.m.
Answer will be posted Monday, July 25, 2011 after 6:00 p.m.
Sunday, July 17, 2011
Sunday Mystery Dish
I will be offline for a few days so there will be no Mystery Dish this week. The Mystery Dish will resume on Sunday July 24, 2011. Thanks for viewing my Blog.
Wednesday, July 13, 2011
The Fenton Art Glass Company - The Beginning
Frank L. And John W. Fenton opened The Fenton Art Glass Company as a cutting and decorating shop in July, 1905. Their brother Charles H. Fenton joined them a short time later. They began as a decorating shop using blanks supplied by other glass manufacturing companies.
As Fenton grew it became necessary to produce their own glass. They built a plant in Williamstown, West Virginia. The first glass from the Fenton Art Glass plant was produced on January 2, 1907.
I will be writing more about Fenton but because it is so vast, I do not want it to become boring so I feel a little bit at a time is a better approach. I will start with the Silver Crest pattern.
The Silver Crest pattern introduced by Fenton in 1943. Before 1958 the white was called opal and had an opalescence appearance when held up to the light. In 1958 Fenton changed the formula to milk glass which made the glass look very white without "fire" in the white. If you acquire items that have white edging encompassing crystal it is called Crystal Crest and dates from 1942. The pictures below are a few examples of Silver Crest.
Through the years Fenton survived tragedies, a devastating Depression era, numerous recessions and labor troubles to become the pre-eminent handmade glass factory known not only nationwide, but world wide.
As Fenton grew it became necessary to produce their own glass. They built a plant in Williamstown, West Virginia. The first glass from the Fenton Art Glass plant was produced on January 2, 1907.
I will be writing more about Fenton but because it is so vast, I do not want it to become boring so I feel a little bit at a time is a better approach. I will start with the Silver Crest pattern.
The Silver Crest pattern introduced by Fenton in 1943. Before 1958 the white was called opal and had an opalescence appearance when held up to the light. In 1958 Fenton changed the formula to milk glass which made the glass look very white without "fire" in the white. If you acquire items that have white edging encompassing crystal it is called Crystal Crest and dates from 1942. The pictures below are a few examples of Silver Crest.
Through the years Fenton survived tragedies, a devastating Depression era, numerous recessions and labor troubles to become the pre-eminent handmade glass factory known not only nationwide, but world wide.
Monday, July 11, 2011
Mystery Dish Answer - Candle Holders
The company is Anchor Hocking Glass and the pattern is Moonstone. These candle holders were made from 1941 through 1946 which makes them 1940's glass, not depression glass. The opalescence or milkiness of this pattern comes from adding ash or tin oxide during the firing process. Moonstone was mainly sold in five-and-dime stores during the middle of World War II.
Sunday, July 10, 2011
Mystery Candle Holders - Just for Fun
Can anyone identify this week’s mystery dish. This one you have to name the glass company who made these candle holders and the pattern. Have fun. Answer will be posted in the evening on Monday, July 11th.
No fair using google to find answer. Hope you have fun.
No fair using google to find answer. Hope you have fun.
Saturday, July 9, 2011
Jeannette Glass Company - A Little History
Jeannette Bottle Works began operation in the late 1880s in Jeannette, Pennsylvania. In 1898 the company became Jeannette Glass Company. They produced handmade bottles, jars and dishware.
The company began production of prism glass in 1917. Prism glass was used to increase light exposure. This division of the company was sold in the mid-1920s. Improvements made to the factory, included converting it to a pressed glass facility. This allowed the production of Depression-era kitchen glassware.
In 1924 Jeannette Glass was touted by the glass trade as "one of the most complete automatic factories in the country".
In 1927 Jeannette Glass started making green and pink glass automatically in a continuous tank, a first!
Jeannette Glass Company introduced 14 Depression glass patterns from 1928 to 1938. Some of Jeannette patterns include the popular Adam and Iris & Herringbone, Cherry Blossom, Hex Optic, Cube (a/k/a as Cubist), Poinsettia or Floral, Sierra, Doric, Sunflower, Windsor, Doric & Pansy, Swirl, Homespun, and Sunburst.
Colors used in Jeannette’s Depression glass include pink, green, a teal green color called ultramarine and iridescent. They manufactured not only dinnerware patterns, but a wide array of kitchen glassware as well.
During the 1950s Jeannette introduced Cameo Glassware consisting of exquisite traditional styling in gleaming milk white. Jeanette’s most popular milk glass is the Shell Pink line. Made in the late 1950s for a short time, this line incorporated many different patterns and mold shapes in pale pink milk glass.
Jeannette Glass Company hit a low point in production during World War II, but bounced back as the war ended. They purchased the McKee Glass Division of Thatcher Glass Manufacturing in 1961 and were known to operate the "world’s largest electric glass furnace for melting heat-resisting glass in the early 1960's.
In 1970, the company’s name changed to Jeannette Corporation. They ceased production and closed the factory in 1983.
The picture below is some example of Jeannette Glass dinnerware.
Jeannette Glass Floral (a/k/a Poinsettia) Pink Creamer, Sugar Bowl w lid
The company began production of prism glass in 1917. Prism glass was used to increase light exposure. This division of the company was sold in the mid-1920s. Improvements made to the factory, included converting it to a pressed glass facility. This allowed the production of Depression-era kitchen glassware.
In 1924 Jeannette Glass was touted by the glass trade as "one of the most complete automatic factories in the country".
In 1927 Jeannette Glass started making green and pink glass automatically in a continuous tank, a first!
Jeannette Glass Company introduced 14 Depression glass patterns from 1928 to 1938. Some of Jeannette patterns include the popular Adam and Iris & Herringbone, Cherry Blossom, Hex Optic, Cube (a/k/a as Cubist), Poinsettia or Floral, Sierra, Doric, Sunflower, Windsor, Doric & Pansy, Swirl, Homespun, and Sunburst.
Colors used in Jeannette’s Depression glass include pink, green, a teal green color called ultramarine and iridescent. They manufactured not only dinnerware patterns, but a wide array of kitchen glassware as well.
During the 1950s Jeannette introduced Cameo Glassware consisting of exquisite traditional styling in gleaming milk white. Jeanette’s most popular milk glass is the Shell Pink line. Made in the late 1950s for a short time, this line incorporated many different patterns and mold shapes in pale pink milk glass.
Jeannette Glass Company hit a low point in production during World War II, but bounced back as the war ended. They purchased the McKee Glass Division of Thatcher Glass Manufacturing in 1961 and were known to operate the "world’s largest electric glass furnace for melting heat-resisting glass in the early 1960's.
In 1970, the company’s name changed to Jeannette Corporation. They ceased production and closed the factory in 1983.
The picture below is some example of Jeannette Glass dinnerware.
Wednesday, July 6, 2011
Thanks for Visiting My Blog
Thank you each and every viewer and every follower. Whether you chose to click that follow button or not I truly appreciate you coming to read my glassware blog. I love learning about glassware companies and their history and sharing it with others and this blog enables me to do so. So you are all appreciated.
If you ever have a question regarding any glassware or what something is used for or any history of glass, please feel free to ask. It can be depression glass, elegant glass, carnival glass or any other type of glass. I will always endeavor to get you an accurate answer. Again thanks.
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If you ever have a question regarding any glassware or what something is used for or any history of glass, please feel free to ask. It can be depression glass, elegant glass, carnival glass or any other type of glass. I will always endeavor to get you an accurate answer. Again thanks.
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Depression Glass - Definition
Depression Glass is the colored glassware made primarily during the Depression Era (1928-1940). It was made in the colors of amber, blue, black, crystal, green, pink, yellow and white. A good deal of the Depression glass was given away as promotional or premium items for other products. It was often packaged in cereal boxes and flour sacks or given as incentives for buying tickets to the movies. It was also given as a premium at gasoline stations and grocery stores.
On occasion you will see glass made after 1940 described as depression glass, but true depression glass was made from 1928 to 1940.
Pictured beow is a sample of pink Depression Glass.
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On occasion you will see glass made after 1940 described as depression glass, but true depression glass was made from 1928 to 1940.
Pictured beow is a sample of pink Depression Glass.
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Monday, July 4, 2011
Mystery Dish Answer
The candy dish and trinket box were made by Indiana Glass for Tiara Exclusives in the 1980's in the coral color and Empress pattern. There is a lovely bird of paradise molded in these dishes.
Sunday, July 3, 2011
Mystery Candy Dish and Trinket Box - Just for Fun
Can anyone identify this week’s mystery dish. This one you have to name the pattern. Hint: These dishes are made by Indiana Glass.
Have fun. Answer will be posted in the evening on Monday, July 4th.
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Have fun. Answer will be posted in the evening on Monday, July 4th.
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Friday, July 1, 2011
Meito China - A Little History
Meito china is a popular brand of china made in Japan. Meito China was created when Kotero Asukai one of the founders of Noritake who left the company around 1908. He opened Nagoya Seito Sho Co. where china marked as Meito was produced. This certainly explains why many Noritake and Meito patterns are so similar that sometimes without a backstamp you cannot tell whether it is Noritake or Meito.
As with many china companies in the early days they did not name their patterns. This makes matching and identification very difficult. Some of the patterns’ only difference can be the color of a small flower or leaf that is a different.
Meito China was marketed by some of the largest distribution firms in the United States. The Nagoya Seito Sho Co. was acquired by Sumitomo Steel dutring World War II. The corporate name was changed to Narumi Seito Narumi.
The company produces mostly dinnerware and manufactures the four major lines of Orleans, Windsor, Empire and Asama. A variant of Orleans, Norleans has been noted especially for its cutting edge, modern design. The vast number of Meito patterns reflects the rich traditions of both East and West. Meito's parent company, Narumi Seito Narumi, continues to manufacture fine bone china and porcelain today.
The Norleans line constitutes a departure from tradition with its single, steep rise in the middle of the plate and a wide, basically flat, rim that occupies up to half of the plate's surface. Decoration is typically simple. Orleans patterns include Dexter, Pastelle and Adele, with Norleans featuring its own version of Adele, as well as Garden Rose, and Livonia.
As with many china companies in the early days they did not name their patterns. This makes matching and identification very difficult. Some of the patterns only difference can be a small flower or leaf that is a different color.
Below are examples of the Norleans pattern of Meito China.
To purchase this Meito Norleans China click link below and type Norleans in search box.
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As with many china companies in the early days they did not name their patterns. This makes matching and identification very difficult. Some of the patterns’ only difference can be the color of a small flower or leaf that is a different.
Meito China was marketed by some of the largest distribution firms in the United States. The Nagoya Seito Sho Co. was acquired by Sumitomo Steel dutring World War II. The corporate name was changed to Narumi Seito Narumi.
The company produces mostly dinnerware and manufactures the four major lines of Orleans, Windsor, Empire and Asama. A variant of Orleans, Norleans has been noted especially for its cutting edge, modern design. The vast number of Meito patterns reflects the rich traditions of both East and West. Meito's parent company, Narumi Seito Narumi, continues to manufacture fine bone china and porcelain today.
The Norleans line constitutes a departure from tradition with its single, steep rise in the middle of the plate and a wide, basically flat, rim that occupies up to half of the plate's surface. Decoration is typically simple. Orleans patterns include Dexter, Pastelle and Adele, with Norleans featuring its own version of Adele, as well as Garden Rose, and Livonia.
As with many china companies in the early days they did not name their patterns. This makes matching and identification very difficult. Some of the patterns only difference can be a small flower or leaf that is a different color.
Below are examples of the Norleans pattern of Meito China.
To purchase this Meito Norleans China click link below and type Norleans in search box.
http://us.ebid.net/perl/account.cgi?mo=account-pending&start=75
Wednesday, June 29, 2011
Salt Cellar - Definition
A small vessel usually made of silver or glass used for holding salt at the dinner table. They were very popular before the advent of the salt shaker. Salt cellars came with a little spoon that you could put your salt on and sprinkle the salt over your food. There was a salt cellar next to each dinner plate.
Pressed salts were among the first items widely produced by American glass companies. Small salt cellars were intended for use at individual place settings, larger ones, termed master salts could be used by the whole family at the dinner table.
Salt shakers contributed to the demise of the use of salt cellars.
Example of sale cellars is in the picture below:
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Pressed salts were among the first items widely produced by American glass companies. Small salt cellars were intended for use at individual place settings, larger ones, termed master salts could be used by the whole family at the dinner table.
Salt shakers contributed to the demise of the use of salt cellars.
Example of sale cellars is in the picture below:
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Monday, June 27, 2011
Mystery Dish Answer
The pattern is Croesus which was made by Riverside Glass Works, ca. 1897-1919, in crystal, "Imperial Emerald" (plain or gilt) & "Royal Purple" (plain or gilt).
I hope this has been a fun learning experience for everyone and thank you for visiting my Blog.
If you ever have any questions about any glassware, please ask, I will try my best to get an answer for you.
I hope this has been a fun learning experience for everyone and thank you for visiting my Blog.
If you ever have any questions about any glassware, please ask, I will try my best to get an answer for you.
Sunday, June 26, 2011
Mystery Dish - Just for Fun
Can anyone identify this week’s mystery dish. This one you have to name the glass company who made these dishes and the pattern. Have fun. Answer will be posted in the evening on Monday, June 27th.
Hint this dish is ca. 1897-1919.
These dishes will be listed probably Tuesday or Wednesday of this week on ebid.net. Have fun!!!
Someone asked what they are. One is a covered sugar bowl and the other is a spooner. Sorry I didn't name the dish type. Does that help. No fair using google.
Hint this dish is ca. 1897-1919.
These dishes will be listed probably Tuesday or Wednesday of this week on ebid.net. Have fun!!!
Someone asked what they are. One is a covered sugar bowl and the other is a spooner. Sorry I didn't name the dish type. Does that help. No fair using google.
Friday, June 24, 2011
Westmoreland Glass Company
In 1889 a group of men founded a company which produced it's wonderful glass until 1984, it was Westmoreland Glass Company. This group of men came from the Speciality Glass Co. in East Liverpol, Ohio and migrated to Grapeville, Pennsylvania.
The property had a large source of natural gas. The company was run by two brothers, George and Charles West. Its main production was pressed glass tableware lines, mustard jars, and candy containers.
In 1921, George West left and Charles West became president. Charles West changed the company's name from the Westmoreland Specialty Company to Westmoreland Glass Company. In the 1920s and 1930s, Charles West created a large decorating department at Westmoreland and they began to produce high quality hand-decorated and cut glass.
In 1937, the company changed hands from the West family to the hands of the Brainards. In the 1940s, the Brainards phased out the high quality hand-decorated glass and began to mass produce milk glass. The Brainards then sold the company in 1980 to David Grossman, a St. Louis businessman who did not have any prior experience with Westmoreland. As a result, the company went out of business in 1984 and was sold for $75,000 to George Synder, who converted the property into a storage facility.
Those men didn't just start a company. They touched all of our lives by giving us the beautiful handmade glassware we all collect and cherish. Some patterns are Della Robia, Thousand Eye and Waterford.
This is just one example of Westmoreland Glass, this pattern is amber Thousand Eye. http://us.ebid.net/for-sale/westmoreland-glass-thousand-eye-amber-plates-bowls-45667124.htm
The property had a large source of natural gas. The company was run by two brothers, George and Charles West. Its main production was pressed glass tableware lines, mustard jars, and candy containers.
In 1921, George West left and Charles West became president. Charles West changed the company's name from the Westmoreland Specialty Company to Westmoreland Glass Company. In the 1920s and 1930s, Charles West created a large decorating department at Westmoreland and they began to produce high quality hand-decorated and cut glass.
In 1937, the company changed hands from the West family to the hands of the Brainards. In the 1940s, the Brainards phased out the high quality hand-decorated glass and began to mass produce milk glass. The Brainards then sold the company in 1980 to David Grossman, a St. Louis businessman who did not have any prior experience with Westmoreland. As a result, the company went out of business in 1984 and was sold for $75,000 to George Synder, who converted the property into a storage facility.
Those men didn't just start a company. They touched all of our lives by giving us the beautiful handmade glassware we all collect and cherish. Some patterns are Della Robia, Thousand Eye and Waterford.
This is just one example of Westmoreland Glass, this pattern is amber Thousand Eye. http://us.ebid.net/for-sale/westmoreland-glass-thousand-eye-amber-plates-bowls-45667124.htm
Monday, June 20, 2011
Mystery Dish Answer
This weeks mystery dish is made by Westmoreland Glass Company and the pattern is Thousand Eye. Westmoreland Glass Co. was in business from 1889 to 1984. Hope you enjoyed the mystery. Check next Sunday, June 26, 2011 for a new Mystery Dish.
Answers Posted for Mystery Dish
In answer to guesses on the Mystery Dish posted:
Jewelsthings - Hobnail is incorrect. But thanks for guessing.
9b895600-9b70-11e0-b70d-000bcdcb8a73 - It is not American Pioneer, but that is a great guess.
Check back after 8:00 p.m. tonight Monday 20, 2011 for the answer.
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Jewelsthings - Hobnail is incorrect. But thanks for guessing.
9b895600-9b70-11e0-b70d-000bcdcb8a73 - It is not American Pioneer, but that is a great guess.
Check back after 8:00 p.m. tonight Monday 20, 2011 for the answer.
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Sunday, June 19, 2011
Mystery Compote Dish - Just for Fun
Can anyone identify this week’s mystery dish. This one you have to name the glass company who made this compote and the pattern. Have fun. Answer will be posted in the evening on Monday, June 20th.
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Thanks for visiting my Blog, while you are here you can follow me by clicking on the follow button. Have fun guessing.
Friday, June 17, 2011
Banana Stand - Definition
A Banana Stand is a pedestal dish with a U-shaped bowl, used specifically for serving a bunch of bananas. These dishes came on a pedestal as well as without a pedestal, known as a "Flat Banana Dish". They were designed for 2 specific reasons. Bananas enhance the ripening of your other fruit so they should always be kept separate. Also, when you set your table, your Banana Stand is at one end and your fruit compote at the other to balance your table.
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Thursday, June 16, 2011
New Martinsville Glass Mfg. Co. - Viking Glass Co.
New Martinsville Glass Mfg. Co. was established in 1901 in New Martinsville, West Virginia. They earned the image of an innovator in the glass industry. During the mid 20's they popularized vanity sets and promoted liquor-sets even during prohibition. In the 30's they added more new color and table patterns until an early return to crystal. In 1949 New Martinsville was sold and renamed the Viking Glass Co.
The fancier edged pieces were New Martinsville’s production; similar items made under the Viking Glass Company rein were less detailed to accommodate faster production.
New Martinsville Glass Company used an extensive list of colors in their glassware. A list of colors follows: Amber, Ruby, Evergreen, Amethyst, Cobalt Blue, Ritz Blue, Rose, Jade, Pale Blue, Light Green, Pink, Black, Yellow.
Some of their patterns are Flower Basket, Janice, Moondrops, Prelude, Radiance, and Teardrop.
Their glass is gorgeous and in my opinion is very similar in quality and beauty to Murano Glass. It is beautiful and has a gentle flow to the glass items they make. The centerpiece shown below is one example of New Martinsville Glass.
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The fancier edged pieces were New Martinsville’s production; similar items made under the Viking Glass Company rein were less detailed to accommodate faster production.
New Martinsville Glass Company used an extensive list of colors in their glassware. A list of colors follows: Amber, Ruby, Evergreen, Amethyst, Cobalt Blue, Ritz Blue, Rose, Jade, Pale Blue, Light Green, Pink, Black, Yellow.
Some of their patterns are Flower Basket, Janice, Moondrops, Prelude, Radiance, and Teardrop.
Their glass is gorgeous and in my opinion is very similar in quality and beauty to Murano Glass. It is beautiful and has a gentle flow to the glass items they make. The centerpiece shown below is one example of New Martinsville Glass.
To bid or buy it now go to http://us.ebid.net/for-sale/viking-new-martinsville-elegant-glass-amber-centerpiece-41493502.htm
Thank you for visiting my Glassware Blog I hope you found it informative.
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Tuesday, June 14, 2011
Grill Plate - Definition
Grill plates are a plate which is usually divided into three sections. They were used in many restaurants and as dinner plates in homes, during the 1940's and 1950's to allow for smaller portions to be served and give the appearance of a fuller plate of food. This is the reason many of them are found wth a great deal of utensil wear.
Sunday, June 12, 2011
Mystery Dish Answer
The Mystery Dish is a Domino Tray. It was used to hold sugar cubes around the side and a creamer in the center. This domino tray was made by Hocking Glass Company between 1930 and 1934 and is the Cameo or Ballerina or Dancing Girl pattern. The Economy Glass Company is the only other glass company known to have made the domino tray and it was made in their Round Robin pattern. Hope you enjoyed the mystery.
The first person with the correct answer was Annie Lema, visit her FB Business page sometime. http://facebook.com/fabquirksbyannie
The first person with the correct answer was Annie Lema, visit her FB Business page sometime. http://facebook.com/fabquirksbyannie
Mystery Dish Just for Fun
Can anyone identify today’s mystery dish. I am not talking about the pattern, I am talking about what this dish is called and used for. Answer will be posted in the afternoon on Monday, June 13. Clue, it is not a butter dish and it is not a candy dish. It has a three indentation in the center.
Don't forget to check back on NMonday afternoon June 13th for the answer.
Don't forget to check back on NMonday afternoon June 13th for the answer.
Saturday, June 11, 2011
Sigma Tastesetter
Sigma was a New York based importer/distributor of gift ware started in the late 1960's. Sigma was the gift ware division of Rockville International located in Garden City, New York. They eventually became part of Towle International. This company was a leader in Sesame Street and Star Wars products as well as many other figural cookie jars. They made many of the Muppet products including a Kermit Cookie Jar. Their 10 year collaboration with Japanese factories and American designers was magical. They closed in 1985 according to the Roerig Cookie Jars Book.
This Fireman Dog Cookie Jar is an example of Sigma’s beautiful cookie jars.
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Thursday, June 9, 2011
Compote, Comport - Definition
A compote is a container used as a serving dish, sometimes it has a lid. 19th Century American firms often referred to a compote as a bowl joined to a base. It can be used with a high footed or low-footed section. High footed compotes were often used for serving fruit. The lower-footed compote was often used to serve sauces or as jelly dishes. Compotes also make very nice candy dishes. Some companies called their compotes a comport. They are the same type of dish.
The picture is a Westmorelad Thousand Eye Pedestal Compote.
The picture is a Westmorelad Thousand Eye Pedestal Compote.
Wednesday, June 8, 2011
Glassware Books
Warman Books - Ellen T. Shroy - The Warman books are fabulous for identifying glass. They have a company timeline, color timeline, color identification, shape guide and a thumbnail guide. This is one of the most useful books I own. Most glassware books are out of print and therefore, hard to find. They are available at some libraries and well worth the time to review, especially if you just cannot figure out a pattern or color.
Also if you ever run across one at an auction, estate or garage sale in my opinion this book is worth the investment. The Warman Depression Glass 4th Edition I own was purchased at an auction, I paid $25.00, which I thought was expensive, but it was worth the money. The original price on this book in 2006 was $27.99. This book is well utilized by me.
Also if you ever run across one at an auction, estate or garage sale in my opinion this book is worth the investment. The Warman Depression Glass 4th Edition I own was purchased at an auction, I paid $25.00, which I thought was expensive, but it was worth the money. The original price on this book in 2006 was $27.99. This book is well utilized by me.
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I sell glassware on ebid.net. If you want to see more examples of my glassware or want to bid or buy it now, you can go to my ebid.net home page and type in whatever you are looking for. i.e. Jeannette Glass and click the Search button, all items I have listed in Jeannette Glass will appear. This is the link: http://us.ebid.net/perl/account.cgi?mo=account-pending&start=75
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Tuesday, June 7, 2011
IRR in Glasssware - Definition
If you see a description stating the bowl has "irr" that means it has inner rim roughness. It is like a bunch of tiny chips. Never pay full value for these dishes. It is fine if you want to have a dish with irr to complete a set, just beware of price.
Monday, June 6, 2011
Metlox Potteries - Poppytrail Artware Division
The Purple Cow Cookie Jar is made by Metlox. They were located in Manhattan Beach, California. The name Poppytrail evolved from the California state flower, the poppy. The Poppytrail Artware Division of Metlox produced cookie jars from the late 1950's until the company closed in 1989.
Evan K Shaw purchased Metlox from Willis Prouty in 1946 after his LA California based American Pottery burned to the ground. The name Metlox was a contraction of "metal oxide". The year 1946 was truly the birth of Metlox and they soon became a world leader in ceramic ware. The Poppytrail Artware cookie jars became successful because of Evan K. Shaw’s "spare no expense, time or effort" philosophy. He hired a gifted group of designers who truly loved the cookie jar concept and believed it to be an art form.
Evan K Shaw purchased Metlox from Willis Prouty in 1946 after his LA California based American Pottery burned to the ground. The name Metlox was a contraction of "metal oxide". The year 1946 was truly the birth of Metlox and they soon became a world leader in ceramic ware. The Poppytrail Artware cookie jars became successful because of Evan K. Shaw’s "spare no expense, time or effort" philosophy. He hired a gifted group of designers who truly loved the cookie jar concept and believed it to be an art form.
PURPLE COW COOKIE JAR ANYONE
Can anyone guess who made this cute Purple Cow Cookie Jar.
No fair doing google searches. Come back to visit my glassware blog late this afternoon or early evening for the answer and a little history on the company. Have a marvelous day everyone!!
No fair doing google searches. Come back to visit my glassware blog late this afternoon or early evening for the answer and a little history on the company. Have a marvelous day everyone!!
Sunday, June 5, 2011
Northwood Company - Harry Northwood
Harry Northwood was considered by some to be a genius in the glass industry. His father John Northwood was a renowned English glass maker. Harry Northwood came to America in 1880 and worked in Wheeling, West Virginia learning his glass making craft.
In 1886 he moved to Bridgeport, Ohio where he continued to become an expert glass crafter. In 1896 he formed the Northwood Company at Indiana, Pennsylvania. It was during this time period he developed the Northwood custard glass.
In 1908 Harry Northwood decided to follow the example of his student, Frank L. Fenton and market iridized glass. He marketed his first Northwood iridescent glass and Northwood Carnival glass began. For over ten years carnival glass was the great American "craze". Harry Northwood died in 1921. Carnival glass had proven to be the jewel in the crown of a genius.
In 1886 he moved to Bridgeport, Ohio where he continued to become an expert glass crafter. In 1896 he formed the Northwood Company at Indiana, Pennsylvania. It was during this time period he developed the Northwood custard glass.
In 1908 Harry Northwood decided to follow the example of his student, Frank L. Fenton and market iridized glass. He marketed his first Northwood iridescent glass and Northwood Carnival glass began. For over ten years carnival glass was the great American "craze". Harry Northwood died in 1921. Carnival glass had proven to be the jewel in the crown of a genius.
Carnival Glass
This exquisite Tree Trunk vase is an example of the beauty of Northwood Carnival Glass.
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To see more carnival glass go to http://us.ebid.net/perl/account.cgi?mo=account-pending type carnival in the search box to see the carnival glass I have listed
Carnival Glass
Carnival Glass
Carnival glass is glass that is pressed and iridized. Carnival Glass was manufactured between 1905 and 1930. It was made by companies in the United States, England, France, Germany, Australia, Sweden and Finland.
Carnival Glass was the last hand-shaped glass mass produced in America. If anyone has a question feel free to ask I will do my best to research and get an answer for you whether carnival glass or any other type of glass.
Carnival glass is glass that is pressed and iridized. Carnival Glass was manufactured between 1905 and 1930. It was made by companies in the United States, England, France, Germany, Australia, Sweden and Finland.
Carnival Glass was the last hand-shaped glass mass produced in America. If anyone has a question feel free to ask I will do my best to research and get an answer for you whether carnival glass or any other type of glass.
Saturday, June 4, 2011
Glassware Questions
If anyone ever has a question about any type of glass, whether pottery, carnival, depression or any other type, please feel to ask. I will try my utmost to research any questions and get the correct answers to you.
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Friday, June 3, 2011
Cleaning Depression Glass
Wash depression dishes in a mild dish soap. To bring out the sparkle and for streak free dishes put a tablespoon of vinegar in the water. When cleaning a glass with a pattern I use a soft to medium tooth brush to get the dirt out of the indentations of the glass. Depression dishes should never, ever be put into the dishwasher, harsh detergents will cloud the glass over time. We love the beautiful shine on do not want to destroy its natural lustre.
Henn Pottery a/k/a Gerald E. Henn Workshops
The Henn family handcrafted the finest dinnerware, bakeware, and serving pieces on their homestead in Warren, Ohio for five generations. Henn Pottery is very heavy, but truly unique. It looks like a sponged wall only it is on dinnerware. They call this dinnerware spongeware. All of the collectibles handcrafted at Henn boasted a commitment to quality and beauty that was a mainstay in early America. After 25 years Henn closed its doors in 2007. Henn pottery is made in the U.S.A - oven proof, microwave safe, dishwasher safe.
There are often glaze pops here or there on pottery, this is a natural characteristic of hand made pottery and like all hand made pottery there may be variations in the pattern and color in each piece. Henn pottery was sold by Henn consultants at house parties.
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There are often glaze pops here or there on pottery, this is a natural characteristic of hand made pottery and like all hand made pottery there may be variations in the pattern and color in each piece. Henn pottery was sold by Henn consultants at house parties.
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Tuesday, May 31, 2011
Tiara Glass
Tiara Exclusives began operation on July 1, 1970, in Dunkirk, Indiana. Tiara Exclusives was strictly a retail company, they did not manufacture any glass. Indiana Glass had the hand shops. Tiara bought most of their product from Indiana Glass. Tiara sold and shipped glass, but they did not manufacture glass. Tiara Glass products are heavier glass and very sturdy and useable for everyday use to enhance the beauty of any table setting. Tiara Glass was sold at house parties in the 70's.
Pictured is a Tiara Basket Bowl Sandwich pattern basket bowl.
Pictured is a Tiara Basket Bowl Sandwich pattern basket bowl.
Monday, May 30, 2011
Mission
Exploring art glass, carnival, depression glass and others, including history and general information is my goal. We will explore companies such as Anchor Hocking, Blenko, Cambridge, Duncan Miller, Fenton and many other companies.
I sell glassware on ebid.net visit my auction listings; http://us.ebid.net/perl/account.cgi?mo=account-pending
My goal is to share a little glass history, fun facts and general information about beautiful glass and pottery with the new and older generations of the world. I will do my best to promote the appreciation and use of beautiful glassware in our homes and for display.
The content of this blog will come from the many books I read and internet research performed. I will endeavor to make the information in this blog interesting, understandable and fun for everyone to learn about how glass was made and how different companies came to be formed.
I sell glassware on ebid.net visit my auction listings; http://us.ebid.net/perl/account.cgi?mo=account-pending
My goal is to share a little glass history, fun facts and general information about beautiful glass and pottery with the new and older generations of the world. I will do my best to promote the appreciation and use of beautiful glassware in our homes and for display.
The content of this blog will come from the many books I read and internet research performed. I will endeavor to make the information in this blog interesting, understandable and fun for everyone to learn about how glass was made and how different companies came to be formed.
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