I thought it would be fun to look at patterns from Indiana Glass. I posted before about Lorain, one of Indiana's most recognized and collected depression patterns. See here, here, for … [Read more...]
Peacock and Wild Rose Bowl – Beautiful Pieces from Depression Glass Show
More eye candy from the 2017 November Dearborn Glass Show coming right up! First is this lovely pink bowl from Paden City made 1929 to 1935. This is the Peacock and Wild Rose etch, choice and … [Read more...]
Interesting Comments on Collectibles by an Antiques Appraiser
Certified appraiser Tony Lorentz gave a mini antiques road show at our local library last night. About 30 of us brought items we wanted to learn about. I had a Mid-Century Modern wall … [Read more...]
Lorain Depression Glass – How Hard Is It to Find?
Last post we looked at Lorain, Indiana Glass' pattern with mold-etched baskets and scrolls, so beautiful in green and yellow. I've had green in stock but oddly have seen yellow at shops more … [Read more...]
What Am I? Name this Depression Glass Pattern
Here's a game for us depression glass aficionados. Let's play Name This Pattern. A few clues: My makers produced me in the depression in green and topaz plus pink and just a few pieces in … [Read more...]
How to Photograph Glass Part 3: Colored Glass
Let's be blunt. It is extremely difficult to get good photos that show glass patterns and are true to color, especially with pink and yellow transparent glass. Patterns, yes. Color, yes. Both … [Read more...]
How to Photograph Glass Part 2: 4 Tips to Get Clear Pictures of Glass Designs
If you want to identify or sell your glassware you need good, clear photos that show the design. It is very difficult to show some designs and here are tips that may help. Background We … [Read more...]
Prices Over Time for Block Optic Pink Depression Glass
From my perspective prices and demand for depression glass peaked in the early-mid 2000s, after collectors collectors started buying online and before everyone rushed to clear stuff out of their … [Read more...]
Availability Over Time – Block Optic Pink Depression Glass
We've been looking at pink Block Optic depression glass as a pattern that has lots of interesting pieces and variations and is attractive with its Art Deco styling. Let's consider availability. I … [Read more...]
Block Optic Pink Depression Glass – Timeless Pattern Inspired by Art Deco
Art Deco was a huge influence on styles and designs in the Roaring 20s, and just as with today's trends, style choices from the with-it crowd reached the mass markets a little later. In the … [Read more...]