Fenton glass slippers, glass boot bowls, and other fenton art glass shoes for sale here. 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. Owners are also able to find pricing information by contacting antique dealers or. Set of six reference books on fenton art glass fenton glassware, vintage. Hailed as the duke and duchess of the antiques world, they have written more than. Many of its unique frilly pieces are considered collectibles. It was published by collector books and has a total of 221 pages in the book. This article describes the 19thcentury glass slippers and boots pictured, noting which are the rarest and most desirable for collectors. Fenton art glassfenton gift shop, williamstown, wv. Whether you eager to buy or sell, its worth your while to learn more about fenton art glass. Information from the reference book, collectible glass shoes by earlene wheatley, published by schroeder publishing, 2001 and. The fenton art glass company makes new colours or patterns in collectible glass shoes every year.
There are even important facts about the degenhart, mosser, and fenton glass companies. Order your own 2002 catalog today, just click here. Shop fenton giftware and collectibles replacements, ltd. The title of this book is collectible glass shoes and it was written by earlene wheatley. 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. Fenton glass shoes american art glass collectibles. Glass slippers shoes5 different style color assortmentexcellent condition. See more ideas about fenton glassware, fenton glass and glass art. Fenton draped swirl pink cat head extended paws handmade glass shoe signed. Vintage pair of fenton glass blue opalescent paneled daisy toothpick holders. Lot of 3 mosser purple glass slipper shoe bootrosesdaisy. Fenton in an old glass factory in martins ferry, ohio.
Fenton light blue carnival glass ladys slipper glassfenton glass at fort. Some of their wwii era glass was especially good, though too pricey right now for me. A frontrunner in early 20th century art glass, fenton art glass company captivated consumers with their rich colors and innovative designs. This is a informational database intended to help the collector identify fenton sold through qvc from 1989 to the present. Welcome to the fenton art glass 2001 online catalog. How to identify an authentic fenton glass hobby zeal. It is easily identifiable as shape number 30015 12 in most fenton collector guides. Use this guide to help you identify and value antique and collectible fenton glassware. In 1907, the fenton company was the first to introduce carnival glass. Get the best deals on fenton art glass decorative shoes when you.
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. 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. 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. Also, good information about the stories behind fentons lines of products. At first they painted glass blanks from other glass makers, but started making their own glass. The big book of fenton glass, schiffer book for collectors by john walk. Browse our great selection of fenton giftware and collectibles. Fenton glass decorative baby shoe collectablesbylois 5 out of 5. Collectors showcase 829 2nd street snohomish,wa 98290. Shop fenton gift shop for unique gifts for all occasions. Impossible to find in any condition, this gorgeous fenton glass vase from 1925 is in amazing condition. So, if the piece in question is made from some other glasstype, then most likely it is a fake. Money back guarantee ensures you receive the item you ordered or get your money back.
New listing vintage fenton milk glass hobnail 3 footed vase scalloped edge gorgeous. Gently used fenton art glass company furniture up to 70%. The many different colors were the work of jacob rosenthal, a famous glass chemist who is known for developing chocolate and golden agate glass. Fenton glass company started in 1905, when brothers frank and john fenton set up shop in an old glass factory in martins ferry, ohio. Continuing the legacy of handcrafted fenton art glass. Nearly all fenton glassware were made from iridescent carnival glass. Fenton ruby red iridescent carnival glass shoe 1970s.
Reseacrh fenton art glass using catalogs and learn more about the history of the fenton art glass company. From the outset, fenton founders and brothers frank and john fenton. By learning the markings used on fenton glass, as well as studying the styles, you can identify fenton glass yourself. The next line to be marked was hobnail in 19721973. The particular type of glass used in its making is a good indicator of the authenticity of an item. The factory at one time was owned by the old west virginia glass company. Vintage fenton light blue hobnail glass cat head slipper shoe. Fenton gift shop has a large selection of vintage and new fenton art glass. Fenton art glass produced beautifully designed glassware between 1905 and 2011. Shoes, decorative collectibles, collectibles picclick. I collect glass baskets, mostly, though i like hobnail and im happy to add pieces that are rare or interesting. Fenton glass 101 a beginners guide to collecting ruby. 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. Fenton art glass identification and value guide the spruce crafts.
Fenton cat in the slipper opaque marbled blue glass shoe ceramic shoes. Handmade, americanmade fenton art glass and other unique gifts for all occasions. The retail price is that of the original sale price on qvc and does not reflect the current market value. 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. Signed fenton glass orange amberina hobnail design shoe slipper with. Fenton glass at collectibles, rome, ga fenton art glass. 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. The company still makes some products in williamstown, west virginia, while a different company continues to use many of the original molds. Never miss new arrivals matching exactly what youre looking for. See more ideas about glass shoes, my glass and shoe collection. Owners are also able to find pricing information by contacting antique dealers or by looking at listings on auction sites. Glass shoe collection mix of fenton and unmarked glass shoes 23 in total.
Price guide for vintage milk glass value oldfashioned glassware terms to know. Fairy lamp, epergne, shoe etc would make the search. Originating in martins ferry, ohio, fenton glass is still in production today and continues to uphold a consistent standard of excellence. By 1975 the logo had been added to all fenton items. Glass shoes information from the glass encyclopedia.
This book is very interesting and i am glad that i bought it. All 48 pages of our current 2001 catalog are online for your enjoyment. 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. Where can you find a price guide for fenton antique glass. Identification and value guide fenton glass made for other companies 19071980 big book of fenton milk glass. Here are my finds from friday, september 28th and sunday, september 30th. If you are thinking about adding to your fenton art glass collection or starting one, then you might have some questions. We have the best deals on fenton glass so stop by and check us out first. The fenton art glass company was founded in 1905 by brothers frank l. Fenton blue white hobnail shoe boot slag glass candy dish with lid vintage. Glassfenton glassvintage, antique and collectibleavailable for sale at. 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. A few fenton pieces were made from the nonopaque and noniridescent depression. Fenton art glass grooming cat in red, made in the usa by fenton art glass.
The original factory was in an old glass factory in martins ferry, ohio in 1905. The book arrived in great condition and i would buy from. Fenton glass company books of interest and reference. 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. This fenton art glass site is dedicated to the fenton. Fenton shoe, fenton glass shoe, pink iridescent shoe, fenton. Get the best deals on fenton art glass when you shop the largest online selection at.
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