About this product
Product Identifiers
PublisherSchiffer Publishing, The Limited
ISBN-100764324985
ISBN-139780764324987
eBay Product ID (ePID)56990696
Product Key Features
LanguageEnglish
TopicArt, Antiques & Collectibles, Porcelain & China, Ceramics
AuthorMike Schneider
IllustratorYes
Dimensions
Item Length9 In.
Item Height0.2 In.
Item Weight2.3 Oz
Item Width6 In.
Additional Product Features
Book TitleMajolica
Number of Volumes1 vol.
Dewey Decimal738.3/72/075
Edition DescriptionRevised edition
Intended AudienceTrade
SynopsisMajolica has been receiving growing recognition as a ceramic collectible and has experienced a consequent growth in value. Here, author Mike Schneider presents a comprehensive look at this soft-bodied, brightly colored pottery with high-relief decoration and clear lead glaze.Amply illustrated with 170 rich color photographs, the various forms of Majolica are covered in detail. They include pitchers, platters, plates, leaf plates, syrups, sardine boxes and other covered pieces, cigarette holders, ashtrays, and humidors. Also included are cups, saucers, mugs and teapots, cakeplates, planters vases, and other items.Schneider traces Majolica's history from its roots in the 8th century to its emergence as a new form in London's Crystal Palace Exhibition in 1851 and the following decades of popularity. Leading manufacturers are documented using the latest research., Majolica has been receiving growing recognition as a ceramic collectible and has experienced a consequent growth in value. Here, author Mike Schneider presents a comprehensive look at this soft-bodied, brightly colored pottery with high-relief decoration and clear lead glaze. Amply illustrated with 170 rich color photographs, the various forms of Majolica are covered in detail. They include pitchers, platters, plates, leaf plates, syrups, sardine boxes and other covered pieces, cigarette holders, ashtrays, and humidors. Also included are cups, saucers, mugs and teapots, cakeplates, planters vases, and other items. Schneider traces Majolica's history from its roots in the 8th century to its emergence as a new form in London's Crystal Palace Exhibition in 1851 and the following decades of popularity. Leading manufacturers are documented using the latest research.
Edition Number4
Publication Year2006
FormatTrade Paperback
Dewey Edition21
FeaturesRevised
Number of Pages144 pages
