ACCGC Articles on Carnival Glass


			Articles on Carnival Glass This section features a selection of articles from the ACCGC Newsletter, by individuals writing about their interests or experiences in collecting carnival glass. Articles are added bi-monthly. Additional articles may be found in the ACCGC Newsletter. Articles may not be reprinted or used without the permission of ACCGC or the author.

BIRDS OF A FEATHER - Introduction - A Series of Articles and Drawings by Ron Britt Ron has put together a series of articles, drawings and photographs in an effort to help clarify and illustrate the variations in the Peacock at Urn pattern by Millersburg, Northwood and Fenton.
		Article #1 - Millersburg: Shotgun Sauce and Whimsy Proof Article #2 - Millersburg: Small Patterns Article #3 - Millersburg: Large Patterns Article #4 - Millersburg: Variant and Mystery Bowls Article #5 - Millersburg: Shotgun Bowl and Compote Article #6 - Northwood: Small Patterns A and B Article #7 - Northwood: Small Patterns C and D Article #8 - Northwood: Small Pattern E - Variant #2 Article #9 - Northwood Large Pattern Article #10 - Fenton Large Pattern and Compote Article #11 - Summary and Table of Features
HORSE HEAD MEDALLION - A review by Jerry Kudlac This is a story is about the stylized design used in carnival glass. It starts with the author at a carnival glass auction, then intertwines with the art world with a discovery at a flea market in Missouri and becomes a mystery who-did-It story. Be prepared for a few surprises when interesting details about Pharoah's Horses are revealed.
ITEMS MADE FROM TUMBLERS- by Don Kime Don writes a series for the newsletter on various items that were made from tumblers. Here are some excellent examples from his collection.
ACCGC 2006 CONVENTION SEMINAR - KARG ART GLASS STUDIO - Article by Ron Britt, Photographs by Ron Britt and Jerry Kudlac. This article is an overview of an experiment conducted by Karg Art Glass Studio for and at the ACCGC Convention to determine if a old carnival glass bowl can be reheated, reshaped into a plate and annealed without shattering.
ACCGC 2009 CONVENTION SEMINAR - KARG ART GLASS STUDIO - *Article by Ron Britt, Photographs by Ron Britt and Jerry Kudlac*. This article is a continuation of the 2006 Convention Seminar (above) with blowing Christmas ornaments, reshaping of old glass and then iridizing the glass. Seventy five photos of before, during and after each step showing failures as well as sucesses.
CANDLESTICKS IN CARNIVAL GLASS - by Jerry & Cleo Kudlac - An introduction to Carnival Glass candlesticks made during 1907-1931, showing some of the various patterns made by Fenton, Northwood, Dugan and Imperial
*SHARDS OF INDIANA, PENNSYLVANIA - A Second Look - Introduction* *- by Jerry & Cleo Kudlac* The first shards were uncovered in 1975; now 32 years later, we take a second look at more shards to see what else can be discovered including about 65 colors of glass and 85 pressed glass patterns. The articles start with a historical review of the glass industry in the US up to 1931, then the making of colored glass for non-iridized and iridized glass (Carnival Glass), opalescent glass and finally the pressed glass patterns that were found..
	Article #1: Transparent Colored Glass Samples - Part 1 . Clear, amethyst and amber glass Article #2: Transparent Colored Glass Samples - Part 2 - Yellow, green, blue and red glass. Article #3: Non-Transparent Glass - Opalescent, opaque, granite and end-of-the-day glass. Article #4: Glass Patterns Identified - 81 patterns identified in recovered shards.

A WHIMSY ANIMATION The animation creates the rehaping process so you see the changes in the item as well as the exterior pattern.
SCROLL EMBOSSED PLATE - Eleanor Hamilton *( A Tribute)* (Reprinted from April, 2001 ACCGC Newsletter)
CAMBRIDGE CARNIVAL GLASS - By Bernice Thach Although not one of the Big Five manufacturers of carnival glass, Cambridge had a long productive life (1901-1958). Here are some excellent examples of their iridized glass.
DUGAN DIAMOND COBALT BLUE - by Larry Keig Larry discusses and surveys about 40 patterns of cobalt blue produced by the Dugan and Diamond Glass Ware Company.
THE VIVID GREENS OF DUGAN AND DIAMOND - by Larry Keig Very little vivid green carnival glass was made by Dugan/Diamond. Larry reviews the few patterns that have been found in vivid green.
THE PERFECT MARRIAGE- by Roy Heiger This article is about iridized, painted carnival glass lamp shades. One of Roy's specialties is collecting carnival glass light and gas lamp shades. This articles is about how coincidence and opportunity can result in the "Perfect Marriage" of carnival glass.
STORK & RUSHES FRUIT BOWL vs. PUNCH BOWL - by Alan & Lorraine Pickup Sometimes a collectors first introduction to carnival glass is a gift of from a relative. That gift may be in a collection for years before the owners discovers what they really have. Such is the case of long time collectors, Alan & Lorraine, when they discover something about that gift.
THE RARE FIND - *by Rob Martin and Jim Goodman* A rare carnival glass pattern sits unrecognized in a Mall for a year and a half until it is found.
TUMBLERS MADE INTO WHIMSIES - by Don Kime Don writes a series of articles about tumblers from his collection that were made into whimsies. Series #1 - Dugan Flora & Grape and Fenton Variant Series #2 - Northwood Grape and Cable Series #3 - Northwood Grape Arbor Series #4 - Dugan/Diamond Grapevine Lattice Series #5 - Dugan Stork and Rushes
ELECTRIC CHANDELIERS AND HANGING FIXTURES IN CARNIVAL GLASS *- by Bernice Thach* Bernice writes about beautiful light fixtures.
PRAYER RUG CREAMER- By Alan & Lorraine Pickup When you collect carnival glass, you never know where that next " Great Find will show up. It takes a keen eye, perseverance and hope that no one else discovers it.
ESTATE VASE IN SMOKE: A LEARNING EXPERIENCE! - by Don Kime Don shares his experience on how iridescence can be deceiving.
DUGAN/DIAMOND VIOLET BASKET - Jerry & Cleo Kudlac A second look at a Violet Basket found in an antique mall revealed something unusual.
ROMEO & JULIET PLATE - Don Kime This plate is also known as the "Valentines Plate 1972" and is the only one of a planned series on "Famous Lovers".
MILLERSBURG - ISAAC BENESCH & SONS - Bernice Thach A nice example of the Isaac Benesch & Sons advertising in Carnival Glass.
DUGAN'S BIG BASKETWEAVE - Don Kime Here is a case where a vase is a vase and a base is not a vase.
CARNIVAL GLASS LIGHT AND LAMP SHADES - A Series by Roy Heiger - Roy discusses the different manufacturers and patterns from his extensivie collection and research on carnival glass light and lamp shades. Series #1 - Introduction Starting with Imperial Shades Series #2 - Imperial Shades continued. Series #3 - Imperial Shades continued. Series #4 - Imperial Shades continued. Series #5 - Imperial Shades continued.
FISH BOWL AKA GOLDFISH - Jerry & Carol Curtis A rare find at a local antique mall. LADDERS VASE - *Jerry & Carol Curtis* An RV trip to Oregon results in another rare find.
ELEPHANT PAPERWEIGHT - Jerry & Carol Curtis Who made Carnival Glass Paperweights?

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