Depression glass icon, gene florence, retiring after writing 118 books on antiques and collectibles, gene florence still remembers the best advice he never took as a fledgling author 38 years ago. The title of this book is collectors encyclopedia of depression glass, 19th edition and it was written by gene florence, cathy florence. With the assistance of several nationally known dealers, this. If you are looking for glass valuations, each author has their own method for determining value, so having a few different authors books for comparison is a good idea. Collectors encyclopedia of depression glass by gene florence and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. The collectors encyclopedia of depression glass by gene. Gene florence now presents the completely revised 14th edition, introducing newly discovered pieces to the 116 popular patterns and adding seven additional patterns.
Collectors encyclopedia of depression glass florence. A guide to pattern identification schiffer book for collectors. Collectors encyclopedia of depression glass gene florence. Collectors encyclopedia of depression glass by gene and cathy florence.
Glass candlesticks of the depression era 97815743264 by florence, gene. Find elegant glassware of the depression era by florence, gene at biblio. Tribute and thank you to gene florence pink saturday. To make matters worse, some patterns are still alphabetized as no. Uncommonly good collectible and rare books from uncommonly good booksellers. The corning museum of glass is temporarily closed as a precautionary measure for public health and safety. More information about this seller contact this seller 22. The book features the handmade and acidetched glassware that was sold in department and jewelry stores from the depression era through the 1950s, not the dimestore and giveaway items known as depression glass. Pocket guide to depression glass by gene florence alibris.
Today it is gene and cathy florence s collectors encyclopedia of depression glass, which is the last in this bestselling series. Dates of manufacture and alternate names for patterns are provided when known. He told me, when you rewrite your books always raise the prices. Gene florences many pictorial guides to collectible antique glass are all wonderful and this beautiful fifteenth edition on depression glass is no exception. With hundreds of types and styles, a picture reference is your best resource. Through gene florences collectors encyclopedia of depression glass this piece was visually identified as.
The one i use quite a bit is the fireking book, it is not depression glass book but you still find alot of 50s and 60s glass out there in your persuit of treasures. Hopefully i will be able to use this book to identify some of the glass patterns that i have collected. This is not technically a depression glass pattern but is often placed into this category by collectors. Such rarities make up very rare glassware of the depression years, by gene florence, available for. A collectors guide, seventh edition, by doris yeske paid link florence s glassware pattern identification guide, by gene florence paid link florence s glassware pattern identification guide volume 2, by gene florence paid link. Cathy florence arranged by pattern name, with an index of company names. Collectors encyclopedia of depression glass by gene florence continue to 4 of 21 below. A photographic reference with prices schiffer book fo 4. Books by gene florence author of collectors encyclopedia. That advice came from a seasoned author of books on antiques. Get a depression glass guide i recommend ones by gene florence and barbara. Featuring gorgeous color photographs, complete information on each piece, and more than 4,000 updated values, here is an essential guide for all depression glassware lovers.
Collectors encyclopedia of depression glass, 19th edition by. Read more, spend less collectors encyclopedia of depression glass by gene florence a copy that has been read, but remains in. Depression glass patterns depression glass identification. The collectors encyclopedia of depression glass by gene florence, 4th ed 1977. Hari mohan prasad is the author of objective english for competitive examinations 3. Such rarities make up very rare glassware of the depression years, by gene florence. If one or more works are by a distinct, homonymous authors, go ahead and split the author. Ive read that florence s ongoing series of books, updated every 23 years since the early 1970s, are best sellers in the collector hobby genre, and i can believe it. Gene florence, signed abebooks shop for books, art. Gene and cathy florence now present this completely revised eighteenth edition with 156 patterns and more than 400 beautiful color photographs. How to identify and value depression glass hobbylark. Elegant glassware of the depression era by gene florence.
Depression glass elegant glassware of the depression era gene florence nice photos and information about the elegant glassmakers fostoria, heisey, imperial, duncan miller, tiffin, paden city, more. Collecting depression era glassware is still a very popular hobby so finding books on the subject is easy. Gene florence s elegant glass book and one of his depression glass books show the big basic patterns. Hello friends, today wer sharing the most sought after book i.
The title of this book is elegant glassware of the depression era thirteenth edition elegant glassware of the depression era and it was written by gene florence, cathy florence. Florences glassware pattern identification guide by gene. Easy identification for glassware from 1900 through the 1960s, vol. With the assistance of several nationally known dealers, this book illustrates, as well as realistically prices, items in demand. Collectors of depression glass have worked for years to produce comprehensive collector guides. Florence, cathy and a great selection of similar new, used and collectible books available now at great prices. Gene florences very rare glassware of the depression years books have been bestsellers for many years, helping collectors spot those rare and valuable pieces that may come around only once in a lifetime.
Iris and herringbone is one of the popular depression glass patterns that has been hit with reproductions of a few pieces. Aug 11, 2009 after nineteen editions, almost 40 years, and over 4,000 pages, goodbye is very difficult to say. Florence, cathy and a great selection of similar new, used and collectible books. Collectors encyclopedia of depression glass by florence, gene see more like this mauzys depression glass. Gene florence s most popular book is collectors encyclopedia of depression glass.
Most often found in sapphire blue, royal ruby, and forest green. May 08, 1988 depression glass has come into its own, with some rare pieces commanding fourfigure sums. The website first glass class recommends the books the collectors encyclopedia of depression glass and elegant glassware of the depression era, both by gene florence. With the assistance of several nationally known dealers, this book illustrates, as well as realistically prices. There are tons of books out there about depression glass. Collectors encyclopedia of depression glass florence, gene.
Gene florence is currently considered a single author. It contains hundreds of pieces of depression glass with details on the glass companies that made them, the history, the availability, individual pieces, price ranges, colors, patterns, etc. Consulting these guides is the best way to identify the glassware. Collectors encyclopedia of depression glass by cathy florence. This pictorial price guide includes many of the most popular colors, patterns, and pieces sought by depression era glass enthusiasts.
Gene florence, author of collectors encyclopedia of depression glass, on librarything librarything is a cataloging and social networking site for booklovers home groups talk zeitgeist. Iv florences glassware pattern identification guide. National depression glass association patterns important to. The collectors encyclopedia of depression glass hardcover by gene florence author. Popular books on the subject include the following. The first fiveyear period, 1925 to 1930 is considered the experimental age of depression glass. After nineteen editions, almost 40 years, and over 4,000 pages, goodbye is very difficult to say. Collectors encyclopedia of depression glass, 19th edition the collectors encyclopedia of depression glass hardcover by gene florence author. This guide is designed to show depression glass patterns in detail to assist with identification. Collectors encyclopedia of depression glass by gene. Apr 27, 2000 florences glassware pattern identification guide. Refer to a guide that provides pictures and detail descriptions of specific patterns of glassware. An older book may not help you understand the current value of your items but can help you research your pattern. Gene florence has a series of three glass pattern books that are my bible for indentifying glassware.
For the nineteenth, and last time, we present collectors encyclopedia of depression glass by americas leading glassware authorities. Treasures of very rare depression glass, identification. Florences glassware pattern identification guide, vol. All previously scheduled classes, events, and programs are cancelled until further notice. This is the best book out there for dealers of depression glass, but the authorspublisher once again forgot a usable index or table of contents. Gene florence s many pictorial guides to collectible antique glass are all wonderful and this beautiful fifteenth edition on depression glass is no exception. Collectors encyclopedia of depression glass florence price guide book 9th ed.
This book includes every pattern featured in his collectors encyclopedia of depression glass, collectible glassware from the 40s, 50s, and 60s and collectors encyclopedia of elegant glassware, as well as many morenearly 400 patterns in all. This is a great place to identify depression pieces and patterns. Elegant glassware of the depression era by florence, gene. Many patterns were conservative, but there was a great amount of art deco influence due to the impact of the 1925 international exposition of modern decorative and industrial arts in paris. Gail cathy florence gene florence on the title page. Depression glass books there are many great reference books available for depression glass. See all books authored by gene florence, including collectors encyclopedia of depression glass, and collectible glassware from the 40s 50s 60s. So instead collector books would like you to join us in celebrating the retirement of cathy and gene florence. Collectors encyclopedia depression glass book by gene. No index of alternate names some patterns have 3 or 4 commonly used names. Collectors encyclopedia of depression glass, 18th edition. Barbara mauzys comprehensive handbook of depression glass, by barbara and jim mouzy.
The pictures and details are very clear and informative. Collectors encyclopedia of depression glass by cathy. Collectors encyclopedia of depression glass by gene florence. Kitchen glassware of the depression years kitchen glassware of the depression years. After writing 118 books on antiques and collectibles, gene florence still remembers the best advice he never took as a fledgling author 38 years ago.
According to my gene florence depression glass book, the only pieces reproduced are the footed cocktail, iced tea, dinner plates, flat tumblers and coasters, all in clear. Pocket guide to depression glass and more, by gene and cathy. Collectors encyclopedia depression glass collectors. For more information on specific depression glass pieces and manufacturers of each pattern, click on the links provided below the photos where available. Elegant glassware of the depression era thirteenth edition. How to identify depression glass styles our pastimes.
Colored glassware of the depression era, book 2, by hazel marie weatherman paid link depression glass. Tonight i want to do something special for pink saturday. The pictures are excellent and the size makes it perfect for throwing in a bag or backpack while browsing at flea markets or yard sales. As always, gene and cathy florence have added many new discoveries, ten additional patterns, and rephotographed many items from.
Collectors encyclopedia of depression glass by gene florence 19911203 by gene florence. Collectors encyclopedia of depression glass, 19th edition. The book is in near fine condition without jacket as published. This completely revised 18th edition with 156 patterns and more than 400 beautiful color photographs illustrates, as well as realistically prices, glass made from the 1920s through the end of the 1930s.
Gene florence now presents this completely revised 16th edition, with the previous 3 patterns and 11 additional patterns, to make this the most complete reference to date. With the assistance of several nationally known dealers, this book illustrates, as well as realistically. I use these books frequently when working with glassware so i know what i have or have seen. With the assistance of several nationallyknown dealers, this book illustrates, as well as realistically prices, those items in demand. New entries are added regularly as quality photographs become available and values are researched. Gene and cathy florence now present this completely revised seventeenth edition with 156 patterns and almost 400 beautiful color photographs. An illustrated value guide collectible glassware from the forties, fifties, and sixties, and more on. Gene florence books list of books by author gene florence. This book highlights all those treasures and more, with the best of the best of florences books all in one volume. This popular guide has been completely revised with over 4,000 values updated and hundreds of listings added to reflect the everchanging market. Collectors encyclopedia of depression glass gene florence covers the most common patterns from adam to windsor.
First writing a book on depression glass, florence has gone on to author many popular glassware titles including books on depression glass. The author, gene florence does refer to another of his books which is larger and more in depth if you need more info, but this is my first book on depression glass and i find it has what i need at this point. Books by gene florence author of collectors encyclopedia of. Collectors have depended on gene florence s books since 1972 for accurate information and values. Depression glass is as popular as ever and the glass from the 1930s through the 1960s seems even to be gaining ground. Gene florence has 43 books on goodreads with 843 ratings. Depression glass is the most popular kind among todays collectors, and gene florence s pocket guide is one of the bestselling guides dealing exclusively with this glass. Gene florence has assembled an extensive collection of photos, prices and descriptions for all major depression glass patterns. Pages are intact and are not marred by notes or highlighting, but may contain a neat previous owner name. Find great deals on ebay for depression glass book. A collector since childhood, gene florences hobby of buying and selling glassware turned into a fulltime career.
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