Wednesday, June 24, 2009

Book Review - Collector's Encyclopedia of Made in Japan Ceramics

Author Carole Bess White's four volumes of Collector's Guides to Made In Japan Ceramics have been bestsellers for many years. This new Collector's Encyclopedia of Made in Japan Ceramics takes the best from her other books and adds hundreds of new items as well. These delightful collectibles are definitely in the "hot" category right now, and this guide is a real treasure for both new and experienced collectors!

The History of Japan Ceramics section at the beginning of the book is invaluable, as is the section on Backstamps, to help with identifying and dating items. The rest of the book is all about the collectibles - each one represented with a full color photo, description and measurements, and value range. Here is just some of what is included:

Art Deco
Baskets
Bookends
Bowls
Candleholders
Condiment Sets
Cream and Sugar Sets
Figurines
Kitchen Items
Liquor Items
Pincushions
Planters
Salt and Pepper Shakers
Tea and Coffee Items
Vases
Wall Pockets

Also included is a section on reproductions and scans of vintage advertising and catalog pages - this book really does have everything you need to know about Made In Japan collectibles - it definitely deserves the title of Encyclopedia!

Collector's Encyclopedia Of Made In Japan Ceramics
List Price: $24.95 - Our Price: $17.95 + FREE SHIPPING!

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