Steuben Glass: An American Tradition in Crystal

by Mary Jean Madigan

Book Overview

For 100 years, Steuben glass has represented the epitome of American crystal. This volume, revised and updated to celebrate Steuben's centenary, traces the company's history. Mary Jean Madigan... This description may be from another edition of this product.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0810916428
• ISBN13: 9780810916425
• Release Date: January 1982
• Publisher: ABRAMS
• Length: 320 Pages
• Weight: 5.73 lbs.

Customer Reviews

The major reference book on the subject.

If you are a Steuben enthusiast this book is a necessary addition to your library. If you are a collector you will find the line drawings of all of Steuben's crystal pieces an absolute must as there are many fakes on the market. The photographs and text are outstanding. All in all, this is the Bible of Steuben glass.

Still The Essential Reference Work for clear Steuben Works

If you are a Steuben collector or simply one interested in the history and work of America's preeminent producer of fine crystal, Ms. Madigan's book is an essential and interesting reference work. The book features many beautiful photographs of important works by Steuben's best designers. The book's most valuable feature for collectors is its comprehensive catalogue of some two thousand Steuben items produced during the years 1933-1981. Although most stock pieces are represented only by line drawings and key dimension (rather than by photography), the information furnished is usually sufficient to facilitate identification of Steuben products, if not especially helpful on issues of valuation. If you love Steuben, you will want to own a copy of this book.