This book, above all others, was the most informative. Shultz bakelite jewelry schiffer book for collectors by karima parry dec 12, 2002. Burkholz, john hylton photographer hardcover october 1997 schiffer publishing, ltd isbn 0764300164. The bakelite jewelry book hardcover october 1, 1988 by corinne davidov author. The photos, the detailed information, and the indispensable price guide will provide beginner and connoisseur collector alike with all that is needed in the hunt for bakelite.
The bakelite jewelry book by corinne davidov 1988 i went to our library and checked out every book i could find on bakelite. This was the first book on bakelite jewelry that i ever bought, and the mouthwatering pictures wheted my appetite to start collecting bakelite jewelry. The best of bakelite and other plastic jewelry schiffer book for collectors. A great array of bakelite pieces, through the eras and accross the seas. No matter what youre looking for or where you are in the world, our global marketplace of sellers can help you find unique and affordable options. Today, it is sought after and worn for the same reasonsexcept its affordability is rapidly changing.
However, after this luscious introduction, i was in for a big disappointment out in the real world. Bakelite was very rarely molded into individual pieces of finished jewelry. This book is designed to show off an extraordinary variety of this wonderfully colorful, always appealing, and sometimes startling jewelry, along with a sample of other objects through 420 color photos. Bakelite s unique properties lent itself to extrusion casting. Shultz bakelite jewelry is given the same scholarly treatment that parry has taken with vintage bakelite jewelry in her other books. Bakelite domed dots ring, size 6 and 78 across front. Jewelry, and designer objects made from bakelite, casein and celluloid appeared at the 1925 paris exhibition from which art deco got its name.
The history of bakelite, collecting and caring for early. The creation of a synthetic plastic was revolutionary for its electrical nonconductivity and heatresistant properties in electrical insulators, radio and telephone casings and such diverse products as kitchenware, jewelry, pipe stems, childrens toys, and firearms. It is also the unsung and unseen hero of hipjoint replacement parts, pacemakers, and cataract lenses. Steven mark needham presents a collection of the finest pieces of bakelite jewelry, discussing its popularity during the depression era and tracing its increasing popularity among collectors.
The bakelite jewelry book 9780896598676 by corinne davidov. Bakelite jewelry was popular during the depression because it was decorative, fun, and very affordable. With plenty of examples of brooches, necklaces, novelties, and my personal favourite, bangles, the book offers more than just pages of pretty pictures although it has these too. Coco chanel was a famous designer who offered bakelite jewelry and accessories. Values for bakelite jewelry can vary widely depending on the rarity of the piece. Our facebook page is designed to put a more personal touch on our bakelite bracelet business by sharing with you our newest additions. The book is excellent, well illustrated and easy to read. Bakelite jewelry book plastic bangle bracelet brooch. Shop the bakelite jewelry collection on chairish, home of the best vintage and used furniture, decor and art.
Grassos book mentions the famous philadelphia bracelet but then doesnt bother to show you a picture of one. Bakelite in solid colors is the most recognizable type even without employing testing measures. The motifs of art deco design were expressed in the new plastics among the interiors created by the best artists and designers in each countrys pavilion. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. Bakelite items, particularly jewelry and radios, have become a popular collectible. The best of bakelite and other plastic jewelry a schiffer book for collectors. Terrible packing by amazon just loose in a large box, so the corners of the book got damaged. Originally published in 1988, before the proliferation of phoney reproductions began. This book has more narrative the story of bakelite, what the collecting world is like, the authors personal experiences, etc. Bakelite jewelry book plastic bangle bracelet brooch ebay. The bakelite collection schiffer book for collectors. Bakelite collection a description of the collection at. History of bakelite jewelry bakelite jewelry was most popular during the art deco period, which began in 1909 and lasted until the 1940s.
Since not all plastic jewelry is genuine bakelite, be sure and carefully read the listing to see if it identifies the vintage jewelry as genuine bakelite or if it states that it is a reproduction of that brand of timeless vintage plastic jewelry. The bakelite collection describes some of the many differing collecting preferences of some of the nations most prolific appreciators of fine bakelite jewelry. These pieces were created as costume jewelry, as a way to dress up clothing or an outfit without spending a lot of money. Many of the examples shown here are quite hard to find and reflect prices paid by avid collectors who compete at auction to own these pieces. Shultz bakelite jewelry for sale morning glory jewelry. Collector bookstore is a retailer of new books located in leavenworth, kansas. Jewelry designers often recycle it from antique radios or appliance part castoffs into new jewelry pieces, creating something new from the old. The best of bakelite and other plastic jewelry a schiffer book for collectors battle, dee, lesser, alayne on. Bakelite is a castable, fireresistant plastic that was invented by leo baekeland in 1909. Shultz bakelite jewelry schiffer book for collectors. Terrific for the beginning collector as well as a seasoned bakelite hunter. From everpopular bangles and hinged bracelets, to pins, dress clips, buckles, pendants, and earrings, these little works of art are endlessly satisfying. Bakelite random dot ring in green with creamed corn dot, size 534 and. The bakelite collection schiffer book for collectors by matthew l.
How to identify bakelite jewelry and spot imitations. Etsy is the home to thousands of handmade, vintage, and oneofakind products and gifts related to your search. Costumejewelry manufacturers were attracted to bakelite for numerous reasons. Bakelite was an early plastic resin, developed by leo baekeland in 1907. If you read this book and look at these photos, you should have all the knowledge youll ever need about bakelite.
Guide to the american catalin corporation salesmans sample book, 19281930 summary the american catalin corporation was founded in new york, n. It was originally used for industrial purposes until jewelry makers found that its light weight made bakelite a perfect choice for designing and manufacturing inexpensive bracelets, rings, pins, and other jewelry. Originally used for industrial purposes thanks to its ability to withstand heat, molded bakelite and its cast cousin, catalin, made the jump to costume jewelry in the 1920s and had their heyday in the 1930s and 40s. Buy the bakelite jewellery book by davidov, corinne, dawes, ginny redington isbn. She guides the reader through the techniques and decorative patterns that are used by the shultzs, and introduces a workable terminology to describe them. During recent years, the bakelite jewelry of the 1930s has. We specialize in price guides and reference books for the antiques and collectibles industry. The great majority of bakelite jewelry was made by hand from stock shapes of raw material.
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The bakelite jewelry book, by corinne davidov and ginny redington dawes. See more ideas about plastic jewelry, bracelets and vintage jewelry. Vintage carved bakelite jewelry, from the great style era of the 1930s and 1940s, remains a highly soughtafter category of collectible interest worldwide. Men and women, doctors and lawyers, modernists and traditionalists alike have fallen prey to bakelite fever. Glossy gold with black bakelite length 17 inch choker. If you wanted to make bracelets, for example, youd extrude a long tube with the rough shape fig. An easy to use handbook and price guide, it is designed to be taken into the field. See more ideas about bakelite, vintage bakelite, bakelite jewelry. Red is one of the most popular colors of bakelite jewelry with collectors. The most readily found colors are yellow, ranging from butter yellow to dark butterscotch, followed by various shades of green. Hardcover ujoy vintage jewelry cloisonne handcrafted enameled gorgeous rhinestone gold hinged cuff bracelet bangles gifts 88a12. Have sent messages to amazon on many occasions about this sort of. Buy bakelite jewelry by tony grasso online at alibris.
The best of bakelite and other plastic jewelry a schiffer. Bakelite jewelry became especially popular in the 1930s and 1940s after a wider assortment of colors was introduced. The value of bakelite depends on the piece, and the demand for specific collectibles is an everchanging thing. The term bakelite is sometimes used in the resale market to indicate various types of early plastics, including catalin and faturan, which may be brightly colored, as well as items made of bakelite material.