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Franciscan: An American Dinnerware Tradition
Franciscan: An American Dinnerware Tradition

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Authors: Bob Page, Dale Frederiksen, Dean Six
Publisher: Page/Frederiksen Publications
Category: Book

List Price: $29.95
Buy New: $22.39
You Save: $7.56 (25%)



Avg. Customer Rating: 4.0 out of 5 stars 8 reviews
Sales Rank: 699947

Media: Hardcover
Pages: 272
Shipping Weight (lbs): 3
Dimensions (in): 11.1 x 8.5 x 0.9

ISBN: 1889977071
EAN: 9781889977072

Publication Date: December 25, 1999
Availability: Usually ships in 1-2 business days

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Product Description
Features a unique look into the history of Franciscan dinnerware, with full-color digitally captured images of more than 400 patterns. Thorough detail on Franciscan favorites such as Apple, Desert Rose, and Ivy. Comprehensive sections on Handpainted, Earthenware, and Fine China dinnerware, including a brief history with interesting information about each pattern. Includes segments on Franciscan Crystal, Flatware, Collectibles and Giftware.


Customer Reviews:   Read 3 more reviews...

5 out of 5 stars Franciscan:An American Dinnerware Tradition   November 5, 2006
 3 out of 3 found this review helpful

My Father was the last Dinnerware Plant Manager for Franciscan China while it was still made in California. This book included alot of Franciscan China that is usually left out. I recommeded this book to my Father, who bought it and loved it too.


4 out of 5 stars Franciscan: An American Dinnerware Tradition   September 11, 2005
 5 out of 5 found this review helpful

Excellent material, but I wish the colors were more vivid and true to the real colors of the pottery. I recommend the book because it has a wealth of information for anyone who enjoys learning about all the patterns and their history. It would be a wonderful addition to the library of a collector or anyone interested in California pottery.


5 out of 5 stars Franciscan: An American Dinnerware Tradition   August 23, 2005
 3 out of 3 found this review helpful

Great resource. If you're a collector, BUY THIS BOOK. The pricing guide is an amazing reference for rare and uncommon pieces.


3 out of 5 stars Some things lacking . . . .   December 6, 2002
 9 out of 9 found this review helpful

The book is well written and I've learned quite a bit. However, I don't like that there isn't a photo of every piece (like the child's plate) or how to tell the difference between a casserole and a covered vegetable. I also didn't like that the price guide doesn't break down the year the item was made, just prices of American made, and made in England. Is one made in 1941 worth more than one in 1980??? The book and the guide doesn't say. I also felt as though it was CLEARLY written from a SALES perspective, complete with a photo of The Replacements headquarters on the back cover!


3 out of 5 stars A good book   January 20, 2002
 10 out of 11 found this review helpful

This is probably the best book on Franciscan dinnerware around. It gives a lot of information on the company, it's history etc. I would have liked to see more information and photos on the handpainted items, namely the Apple and Desert Rose varieties. There are only a few pages devoted exclusively to them. There is a price guide included that covers most of the items, although it doesn't show photos of each piece. I think it's a pretty good book though and I'm glad I bought it.


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