Depression Glass for Collectors

A comprehensive guide to the fascinating collectible art of Depression Glass, complete with historical overviews, patterns, and hundreds of rich photographs. Once given as a premium for purchasing a product or given as a gift for buying a movie ticket during the harsh years of the Depression, this colored glassware of green, yellow, pink, blue, and other hues is now avidly collected by countless Americans. Recently hailed as one of the top collectibles sought on the Internet, Depression Glass has attracted the interest of many young enthusiasts. From Adam to Windsor, readers of this book will soon become familiar with these pattern names as well as gain a richer appreciation of this tableware's history and its value today. The book includes: A history of Depression Glass and America's early experimentation with the mold-etched method for producing pattern glass 360 color photos showcasing the beauty and creativity of the glass artisans in this period Additional information on the individual patterns, plus a price guide for collectors Anyone who has ever found a piece of Depression glass in a relative's house, seen pieces at an antique show, or been attracted by its design and color, will find this book fascinating.