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Fun Tableware Topics
 Art Periods & Art Terms
Ever wondered what it means when someone refers to the art deco or art nouveau
periods? Click here to learn how the production of china, crystal, and silver
has been influenced by art and history. |
 Carnival
Glass
Iridescent Glass, better known as "Carnival Glass," was first introduced
in 1907. Both beautiful and fun, it reminds us of the rich glass making past of
our forefathers.
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 Chintz
Patterns
The elegantly layered floral chintz designs have been popular with collectors
for over two centuries. Replacements recently researched the history of this popular
line of ceramics. |
 Cut
Glass
Cutting is one of the oldest forms of decorating glass. Click here to read a neat
summary of the evolution of cut glass.
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Dinnerware
Dinnerware pieces are among some of the first entirely man-made objects created.
Over the centuries patterns have developed from simple designs into ornate art
forms. |
 Discontinued
China
China, crystal or silver that is no longer produced by a manufacturer. Learn more
about the designation here.
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 Early
American Pattern Glass
Early American Pattern Glass, commonly called EAPG by collectors and dealers,
is one of the oldest fields in collecting glass and one that continues to attract
a growing following. |
 Eggcups
Egg cups have become quite collectible over the years. Recently, our showroom
staff researched the history of these unique china pieces. |
 Fiesta
by Homer Laughlin
Homer Laughlin’s Fiesta is the best selling dinnerware
in American history. Well over 500 million pieces have been produced in the last
70 years. The story of the pattern’s design and manufacture is one that
is very interesting. |
 Flow
Blue
Popular in the middle 1800's, this manufacturing style is ornate and durable.
Rare, and now highly collectible, these pieces are highly sought after. |
The Willow Pattern
The Willow design is in fact a story of the undying love of two young people determined
to share their lives together. It is a theme that is beautiful and timeless, much
like the design Willow has become known for. |
Top 20 Most Popular Silver Flatware Designs, Great Reference
Whether you are in the market for a new set of flatware or want to know which pattern ranks first (or whether your pattern ranks first!), this top flatware patterns list is a fun place to start. |
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