Written by Old Fenton on 11 March 2008
Finding Carnival Glass is a relatively easy undertaking. There is an abundance of replica items, however, so it's a good idea to brush up on makers' marks and other signs before heading out to buy. When looking for this unusual glass, antique stores, flea markets, garage sales and the Internet are some of the best places to turn up rare finds.
Milk Glass
Written by Old Fenton on 11 March 2008
Introduced as Iridescent Ware in 1907 carnival glass acquired
Introduced as Iridescent Ware in 1907, carnival glass acquired that name unofficially from collectors in the 1950s. This marvelous glassware acquired its nickname from the metallic layer on its outside, which constantly changed colors. ...
Fenton Glass Chickens
Fenton Glass is one of the most popular, if not the most popular make of carnival and milk glass. Collectors avidly seek it in antique shops and in on-line auctions. Among the favorite forms of many glass collectors are the hens on ...
Milk Glass
Written by Old Fenton on 09 March 2008
Carnival Glass has a big following on the collectors market. As we've said, those who love it really do so. The pieces of glass can complement almost any decorating style and range from gaudy to delicate in appearance. It all depends on a collector's style whether a piece of Carnival would be welcomed and appreciated or gawked at.
Milk Glass
Written by Old Fenton on 09 March 2008
Antique Carnival Glass Baskets
Glass baskets are a favorite form of many collectors and thanks to their attentions there are many to be found in colors as varied as cobalt, ruby, sapphire, green, and blue. Here are few better examples of the form. Carnival Glass [...]
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Glass Pass Consortium Meets at Fenton
Members of the Glass Pass consortium comprised of 11 glass museums and factories in Ohio, West Virginia, and Pennsylvania held their quarterly meeting recently at Fenton Glass Factory and Gift Shop in Williamstown, West Virginia. ...
Blue Carnival Glass
Written by Old Fenton on 08 March 2008
Carnival glass has become a popular item for collectors. Some pieces are worth pennies, but hard-to-find pieces can bring in hundreds or even thousands of dollars, making for a wide range in prices. The market is jumping for this antique glass collectable.
Antique Depression Glass
Written by Old Fenton on 08 March 2008
Fenton Ware Glass
Soon, being unable to get the glass they needed, they decided to produce their own glass. The first glass from the new Fenton factory in Williamstown, West Virginia, was made on January 2, 1907.
Fenon Chicken
Written by Old Fenton on 07 March 2008
What makes this glass stand out from others is its unusual appearance. This glass was made by companies between 1905 and 1930, when you're talking vintage Carnival. Makers came from all over the world. Although the United States was the prime production point, glassmakers in England, India, Germany, Mexico and Finland also made it.. There are others, too.
Written by Old Fenton on 07 March 2008
Those who love it, love it so much, they've even created their own clubs to share finds, information and more. Carnival Glass clubs can be found virtually all over the world, with branches in America, Europe and beyond. It's a distinguished group that appreciate and swoon over this glass style.
Iredescent Glass Antique Milk Glass
