In the 1950s, the Wade potteries of England and Ireland became famous for the miniature ceramic figurines sold under the Whimsies name. Decades later, Wade is still producing Whimsies and they are popular with collectors of all ages. Over 800 striking illustrations, mostly in color, detail the sets of Whimsies, along with their presentation boxes, advertising literature, and flyers. Over 160 black and white photos display the Wade makers' marks. The Tom Smith Party Cracker figurines, miniature village sets, premiums, and promotional figures are depicted and color and size variations are...
In the 1950s, the Wade potteries of England and Ireland became famous for the miniature ceramic figurines sold under the Whimsies name. Decades later,...
This fifth book in the authors' popular World of Wade series features highly collectible ceramic products made by the Irish Wade pottery from the early 1950s through 1990. Over 540 color photographs depict extensive giftware lines, including tankards, tableware, decanters, ashtrays, miscellaneous giftware, and the highly collectible leprechauns, fairy folk, and Irish Song Figures. A concise history of the pottery and a comprehensive section on backstamps and mold marks will help collectors learn about dating Irish Wade items. Also illustrated are products made by Seagoe Ceramics that were...
This fifth book in the authors' popular World of Wade series features highly collectible ceramic products made by the Irish Wade pottery from the earl...
This new resource is ideal for new and experienced Wade figurine collectors. Building on the success and scope of The World of Wade Figurines and Miniatures, this revised and expanded collector's guide features hundreds of new and old figurines. Descriptions include current values, dimensions, markings, documentation, and, when known, the designer. New chapters include C&S Collectables, Wade Fair special issues, and the Goodie Box figurines and Christmas figurines. For the first time, this new edition includes many Limited Edition and one-of-a-kind figurines.
This new resource is ideal for new and experienced Wade figurine collectors. Building on the success and scope of The World of Wade Figurines and Mini...
