Blue Ridge China Traditions (Paperback)

Frances & John Ruffin

ISBN 10: 076430822X / ISBN 13: 9780764308222

Published by Schiffer Publishing Ltd, Atglen, 1999

About this Item

Paperback. This inclusive guide provides a detailed look at the beautiful Blue Ridge China wares produced by Southern Potteries of Erwin, Tennessee, from 1938 through 1957. Over 1400 color photographs display the hand decorated wares, including items never before displayed in any text! The authors have provided nearly 1400 new color photographs and much new information, for both the seasoned collector and newcomers to this fascinating collecting field. Also included are personal reminiscences and photos from Southern Potteries workers, information and photographs concerning the advertising wares and granny bowls produced by Clinchfield China (Southern Potteries predecessor), an exploration of many of the hand painted patterns produced for Blue Ridge China wares, and numerous examples of the company's manufacturer's marks. Additionally, modern spin off lines found in Erwin, Tennessee, today are also displayed. Values for the wares shown are found in the captions. A general price guide listing is also provided. An index rounds out this thorough presentation. AUTHOR: Frances and John Ruffin have collected Blue Ridge China for years. This is their second book on the subject. The Ruffins live in Georgia._x000D__x000D_ Blue Ridge China wares made from 1938 to 1957 by Southern Potteries of Erwin, Tennessee, are shown in over 1400 color photographs, including items never before seen in any text! Personal reminiscences and photographs from the company's workers are included along with advertising wares and granny bowls from Clinchfield China, hand painted patterns, and modern spin-off lines. Values included. Shipping may be from our Sydney, NSW warehouse or from our UK or US warehouse, depending on stock availability.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Blue Ridge China Traditions (Paperback)
• Publisher: Schiffer Publishing Ltd, Atglen
• Publication Date: 1999
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 076430822X
• ISBN 13: 9780764308222
• Binding: Paperback
• Condition: new

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Synopsis

This inclusive guide provides a detailed look at the beautiful Blue Ridge China wares produced by Southern Potteries of Erwin, Tennessee, from 1938 through 1957. Over 1400 color photographs display the hand decorated wares, including items never before displayed in any text! The authors have provided nearly 1400 new color photographs and much new information, for both the seasoned collector and newcomers to this fascinating collecting field. Also included are personal reminiscences and photos from Southern Potteries workers, information and photographs concerning the advertising wares and granny bowls produced by Clinchfield China (Southern Potteries predecessor), an exploration of many of the hand painted patterns produced for Blue Ridge China wares, and numerous examples of the company's manufacturer's marks. Additionally, modern spin off lines found in Erwin, Tennessee, today are also displayed. Values for the wares shown are found in the captions. A general price guide listing is also provided. An index rounds out this thorough presentation.

About the Author

Frances and John Ruffin have collected Blue Ridge China for years. This is their second book on the subject. The Ruffins live in Georgia.