Franciscan Dining Services

by Jeffrey B. Snyder

Book Overview

Franciscan dining services have graced table tops since 1930s. These colorful ceramics, potted in both earthenware and china and in a wide array of varying patterns and shapes, have come to the attention of collectors in recent years. A wide range of patterns and forms are captured here in over 700 beautiful color photographs. Individual patterns are portrayed, along with five-piece table settings and a variety of serving dishes. Museum pieces and...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0764301586
• ISBN13: 9780764301582
• Release Date: January 2000
• Publisher: Schiffer Publishing
• Length: 157 Pages
• Weight: 1.50 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 8.8" x 11.3"

Customer Reviews

Excellent color photos of Franciscan Ware with fine comments

If you want the curent average price of Franciscan serving pieces, this is not your book. If you want excellent color photos of the breadth of the Franciscan Ware line, clear photos of the various trademarks, and a concise history of Franciscan Ware, then this is an excellent book. I am afraid that it will eventually prove to be one of the most expensive gifts I have ever given.