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In over 725 color photographs, this comprehensive new volume illustrates
the colorful and diverse dinnerware produced over a sixty year period by
Universal Potteries, Inc. of Cambridge, Ohio, and its predecessor
companies. Starting in 1900 with the Cambridge Art Pottery, the text
outlines the "family tree" of potteries leading up to
Universal itself, including The Guernsey Earthenware Co., the Oxford
Pottery Co., and the Atlas-Globe China Co. Examples of wares from each
of these early companies are shown, along with a broad array of items
dating from Universal's actual incorporation in the 1930s to the phasing
out of its dinnerware line in 1960. Plates, platters, bowls, teapots,
pitchers, jugs, cups, casseroles, and more are all shown in Universal's
classic shapes, including Ballerina, Camwood Ivory, Upico, Fascination,
and Vogue. Decorations highlighted in the photos include Cherrytone,
Poppy, Moss Rose, Bittersweet, Cattail, American Beauty Rose, Old
Curiosity Shop, Southern Garden, and many more. Universal enthusiasts
are sure to find their favorites here! Values for all items are included
in the captions.
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