Bauer Pottery - Collector's Encyclopedia of Bauer Pottery - Identification & Values {SIGNED - RARE]

Chipman, Jack

ISBN 10: 1574320041 / ISBN 13: 9781574320046

Published by Collector Books, 1998

About this Item

AS NEW. GLOSS PICTORIAL BOARDS. 1998 Printing. SIGNED by AUTHOR on title page - RARE as signed!!!.For the 20th century American Kentucky pottery specialist collector. Importatn reference - very detailed.with complete historical informaiton and design photographs. GREAT FOR GIFTING. Large book -- USPS MEDIA MAIL DELIVERY ORDER ONLY. No Amazon Int; orders - excessive postage costs. Thank you for understanding. Great Kentucky book.Up-priced for signature. [B1].

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Bauer Pottery - Collector's Encyclopedia of Bauer Pottery - Identification & Values {SIGNED - RARE]
• Publisher: Collector Books
• Publication Date: 1998
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1574320041
• ISBN 13: 9781574320046
• Binding: Hardcover
• Condition: Collectible - SIGNED.
• Signed: Signed by Author

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Synopsis

The J.A. Bauer Company (1885-1962), known for its simple, colorful tableware, has become one of the most sought and valued lines of American pottery. Bauer pioneered the concept of solid color, mix-and-match dinnerware with their most popular lines of ring, plain ware, and Monterey Modern. The works of this famous pottery are now documented in this new Collector's Encyclopedia of Bauer Pottery, written by Jack Chipman. This long-awaited reference guide features over 300 beautiful color photos in addition to vintage catalogs, brochures, and advertising. The interesting history of Bauer is outlined along with staff and plant archival photos. It covers all product lines incuding Russel Wright artware, Bauer Atlanta, and Bauer Los Angeles - stoneware, tableware, kitchenware, and artware. This book is an easy-to-use guide for collectors and dealers alike. Every piece is described in detail and given current collector values. With a wealth of information, beautiful photos, and a current value guide, this reference will fill a void in many collectors' libraries. We are proud to add this fine work to our line of pottery books. 8.5 X 11. 2001 values.

From the Author

In defense of the price guide
I don't ordinarily comment on my critics but I sense a troubling trend in response to the Bauer book prices, especially the ring ware items that are considered hard to find. The book was produced in response to the overwhelming demand from novice dealers with limited (if any) knowledge of Bauer, including how to price it. I know there are numerous high-end dealers in Bauer who can get top dollar due to their knowledge, experience, and cultivation of affluent collectors. I say more power (Bauer Power) to them! I didn't compile the price guide for them. Also, seasoned collectors already know what Bauer sells for. They don't need my price guide either, and it was not written for them. Price guides are simply GUIDES, and not absolute truth. Why is this such a hard lesson to learn? The suggested values for rare or scarce Bauer items carry a plus sign (+) after them throughout the book--meaning the price is the bottom line. Above that, the highest price paid for any given item is usually determined by the amount of desire and purchasing power of the buyer. Thanks for listening.