by Donna McGill | Jun 29, 2012 | Uncategorized
Throughout the history of Van Briggle Pottery, there have been unique lines, known as “special lines” that incorporate all the beauty and attention to detail the art pottery company is known for, but also provides collectors another opportunity to add to...
by Donna McGill | Apr 30, 2012 | Roseville Pottery
The middle period line that’s all about vivid colors and a rich gloss glaze is Roseville’s Orian; curiously, it’s also one that’s often overlooked. Considered art deco, this contemporary collection offers those vibrant colors this time period...
by Donna McGill | Sep 30, 2011 | Rookwood Pottery, Uncategorized
If you’re looking for a great way to break into the Rookwood Pottery sector, you might want to consider the Standard Glaze ware line. It’s not hard to find a Rookwood Pottery line that’s elegant, with depth and extremely detailed. The Standard Glaze...
by Donna McGill | May 18, 2011 | Roseville Pottery
There’s nothing more elegant than a perfect American art pottery piece that has a deep, rich high gloss finish. Many say it lends a certain sophistication. While the semi-matte looks will always have a place in every collection, there are those of us who...
by Donna McGill | Jan 4, 2011 | Roseville Pottery
Perhaps the most obvious indicator of Roseville Foxglove pottery are the handles found on the majority of the pieces. When it was introduced in the early 1940s, words such as “enchanting” and “delicate” were used to describe it. Those words were certainly accurate as...