Fair game
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Tablewares painted with beautiful birds were produced by several ceramics factories in Germany, France and England in the 18th century following the importation of Chinese porcelain with the same design into Europe. The trend was influenced by a new dining style introduced in Paris in 1810.
Publication Name: Colonial Homes
Subject: Architecture and design industries
ISSN: 0195-1416
Year: 1998
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The fine art of Paris Ceramics
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Paris Ceramics in London, England, uses centuries-old processes to make its decorative ceramic tiles in a variety of classic designs and finishes. Some clients supply their own ideas for designs. The company has showrooms in New York, NY; Los Angeles, CA; and Greenwich, CT.
Publication Name: Colonial Homes
Subject: Architecture and design industries
ISSN: 0195-1416
Year: 1996
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Imported ceramics in the colonies
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Ceramic tableware which were imported to Colonial America in the 17th and 18th centuries are described. These included reddish earthenwares made from English clays, imitations of Chinese Export porcelains, delft, stoneware and cream-colored earthenware.
Publication Name: Colonial Homes
Subject: Architecture and design industries
ISSN: 0195-1416
Year: 1998
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