Bennington Pottery and Porcelain: A Guide to Identification

This hardcover book is an ex-library copy, showing typical markings and stamps. The dust jacket is present but exhibits wear, including tears and edge damage. The binding is intact, and the pages are clean, making it a functional reference copy despite its age-related wear.

"Bennington Pottery and Porcelain: A Guide to Identification" by Richard Carter Barret is a comprehensive resource published by Bonanza Books in 1958. This hardcover edition features halftone photographs by Lloyd Oppenheimer, providing a detailed visual guide to Bennington pottery and porcelain. The book was printed in New York and serves as a valuable reference for collectors and enthusiasts of antique ceramics. Barret, a noted expert in the field, offers insights into the identification and history of these unique pieces. This book is an ex-library copy, indicating its use in a public or institutional setting. The dust jacket shows signs of wear, including tears and edge damage, which is typical for a book of this age. Despite these flaws, it remains a crucial addition to the library of any serious collector or historian interested in American pottery and porcelain.