This fenton art glass site is dedicated to the fenton. Fenton art glass identification and value guide the spruce crafts. Also, good information about the stories behind fentons lines of products. The title of this book is collectible glass shoes and it was written by earlene wheatley. Find a price guide for fenton antique glass online through sites such as and or by purchasing a physical price guide from a retail site such as. Price guide for vintage milk glass value oldfashioned glassware terms to know. The book arrived in great condition and i would buy from.
The original factory was in an old glass factory in martins ferry, ohio in 1905. By learning the markings used on fenton glass, as well as studying the styles, you can identify fenton glass yourself. The retail price is that of the original sale price on qvc and does not reflect the current market value. Get the best deals on fenton art glass decorative shoes when you. Fenton art glass produced beautifully designed glassware between 1905 and 2011. The many different colors were the work of jacob rosenthal, a famous glass chemist who is known for developing chocolate and golden agate glass. It is filled with catalog pages and hundreds of amazing color photographs of over 1,000 different shoes, with descriptions, measurements, dates, and current values. Never miss new arrivals matching exactly what youre looking for. This book is very interesting and i am glad that i bought it. Vintage fenton light blue hobnail glass cat head slipper shoe. Get the best deals on fenton art glass when you shop the largest online selection at. See more ideas about fenton glassware, fenton glass and glass art.
See more ideas about glass shoes, my glass and shoe collection. Vintage pair of fenton glass blue opalescent paneled daisy toothpick holders. Shop fenton gift shop for unique gifts for all occasions. Whether you eager to buy or sell, its worth your while to learn more about fenton art glass. Money back guarantee ensures you receive the item you ordered or get your money back.
Identification and value guide fenton glass made for other companies 19071980 big book of fenton milk glass. It was published by collector books and has a total of 221 pages in the book. Fenton art glass grooming cat in red, made in the usa by fenton art glass. Originally, they painted glass blanks from other glass makers, but started making their own glass when they were unable to buy the glass they needed. Collectors showcase 829 2nd street snohomish,wa 98290. The factory at one time was owned by the old west virginia glass company. Finding a piece of fenton glass at an antique shop or online auction can be exciting, but you may not know how to tell if its real.
Glassfenton glassvintage, antique and collectibleavailable for sale at. Signed fenton glass orange amberina hobnail design shoe slipper with. Browse our great selection of fenton giftware and collectibles. Fenton cat in the slipper opaque marbled blue glass shoe ceramic shoes. At first they painted glass blanks from other glass makers, but started making their own glass. Reseacrh fenton art glass using catalogs and learn more about the history of the fenton art glass company.
We have the best deals on fenton glass so stop by and check us out first. Set of six reference books on fenton art glass fenton glassware, vintage. Fenton glass company books of interest and reference. A frontrunner in early 20th century art glass, fenton art glass company captivated consumers with their rich colors and innovative designs. Welcome to the fenton art glass 2001 online catalog. Nearly all fenton glassware were made from iridescent carnival glass. Impossible to find in any condition, this gorgeous fenton glass vase from 1925 is in amazing condition. Originating in martins ferry, ohio, fenton glass is still in production today and continues to uphold a consistent standard of excellence. Fenton glass 101 a beginners guide to collecting ruby. The next line to be marked was hobnail in 19721973. Fenton shoe, fenton glass shoe, pink iridescent shoe, fenton. This article describes the 19thcentury glass slippers and boots pictured, noting which are the rarest and most desirable for collectors. So, if the piece in question is made from some other glasstype, then most likely it is a fake. Owners are also able to find pricing information by contacting antique dealers or.
Fenton blue white hobnail shoe boot slag glass candy dish with lid vintage. New listing vintage fenton milk glass hobnail 3 footed vase scalloped edge gorgeous. Glass slippers shoes5 different style color assortmentexcellent condition. The big book of fenton glass, schiffer book for collectors by john walk. Hailed as the duke and duchess of the antiques world, they have written more than.
I collect glass baskets, mostly, though i like hobnail and im happy to add pieces that are rare or interesting. Their initial business model was to paint glass blanks supplied by other manufacturers, but when the brothers ran into supply snags, they decided to make their own, setting up a glassblowing facility in williamstown, west virginia. This is a informational database intended to help the collector identify fenton sold through qvc from 1989 to the present. How to identify an authentic fenton glass hobby zeal. Fenton draped swirl pink cat head extended paws handmade glass shoe signed. Fenton light blue carnival glass ladys slipper glassfenton glass at fort. Lot of 3 mosser purple glass slipper shoe bootrosesdaisy. Shoes, decorative collectibles, collectibles picclick. Owners are also able to find pricing information by contacting antique dealers or by looking at listings on auction sites. Fenton ruby red iridescent carnival glass shoe 1970s. By 1975 the logo had been added to all fenton items.
If you are thinking about adding to your fenton art glass collection or starting one, then you might have some questions. Fenton glass shoes american art glass collectibles. The fenton art glass company was founded in 1905 by brothers frank l. Many of its unique frilly pieces are considered collectibles. Fenton art glass company has been in business for over 100 years, and they are the largest manufacturer of handmade colored glass in the u. Where can you find a price guide for fenton antique glass. Information from the reference book, collectible glass shoes by earlene wheatley, published by schroeder publishing, 2001 and. Fenton glass company started in 1905, when brothers frank and john fenton set up shop in an old glass factory in martins ferry, ohio. Fenton glass decorative baby shoe collectablesbylois 5 out of 5. It is easily identifiable as shape number 30015 12 in most fenton collector guides. This popular tour of sumptuous glass colors, decorative treatments, and forms from baskets and bowls to sandwich trays and vases produced by the famous fenton art glass company is back in a new edition, complete with new values for collectors. Fenton gift shop has a large selection of vintage and new fenton art glass.
The fenton in an oval logo was first used on carnival glass in 1970. Fenton glass works are renowned for innovative glass colors as well as handpainted decorations on pressed and blown glassware. Fenton glass slippers, glass boot bowls, and other fenton art glass shoes for sale here. The particular type of glass used in its making is a good indicator of the authenticity of an item. Fenton added a small number 8 to the logo used for the 80s decade, 9 for 90s decade and 0 for 2000 to the present. Continuing the legacy of handcrafted fenton art glass.
Fenton glass at collectibles, rome, ga fenton art glass. The company still makes some products in williamstown, west virginia, while a different company continues to use many of the original molds. There are even important facts about the degenhart, mosser, and fenton glass companies. In 1907, the fenton company was the first to introduce carnival glass. Gently used fenton art glass company furniture up to 70%. It originally appeared in the june 1942 issue of american collector magazine, a publication which ran from 19331948 and served antique collectors and dealers in recent years collectors of antiques, particularly american, have displayed an everincreasing. All 48 pages of our current 2001 catalog are online for your enjoyment. It was back in 1981 fenton was commissioned by the lincolnland carnival glass club to make a limited edition run of 150 lily of the valley bells in peach opalescent carnival as souvenirs for its convention that was being held that year. Use this guide to help you identify and value antique and collectible fenton glassware. Glass shoes information from the glass encyclopedia. Fenton in an old glass factory in martins ferry, ohio. The fenton art glass company makes new colours or patterns in collectible glass shoes every year. Here are my finds from friday, september 28th and sunday, september 30th. Some of their wwii era glass was especially good, though too pricey right now for me.
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