"We make glass the old-fashioned way, using many techniques and tools that are essentially unchanged from those of a century ago." - George Fenton, President

Tuesday, July 03, 2007

The 2007 Connoisseur Collection Showcases Fenton Art Glass



(Williamstown, WV). The 2007 Connoisseur Collection from Fenton Art Glass showcases the skills and talents of their glassworkers and artists. Included in this year's Collection is a dramatic "Deco Floral on Mulberry" Vase.

Fenton Designer Robin Spindler was inspired by illustrations from the era of art history known as "les Arts Decoratif." Characterized by sleek lines and geometric simplicity, Robin's design features a linear sandcarved motif and a simple curving floral. Fenton glassmakers have mastered the "fade" technique required to produce this distinctive Mulberry glass.

Item 4351 TE 7-1/2" Deco Floral on Mulberry Vase, inscribed with signatures
of nine Fenton family members, limited to 1200 pieces, retails for $189 U.S.

Creating spectacular colored art glass for a century, Fenton Art Glass Company represents American handcrafted glass artistry. Located in Williamstown, WV, Fenton is known for its wide range of colors, handpainting and handcrafting. For four generations, Fenton family members have remained active in the business and are proud to continue an American glassmaking tradition begun in 1905. Call 800-933-6766 for more information or visit www.fentonartglass.com.

Fenton Art Glass Displays Latest Artware in New Atlanta Showroom Location

(Williamstown, WV). Fenton Art Glass will introduce the newest items from its "Fenton Artware" division at the Atlanta International Gifts & Home Furnishing Market Show in Atlanta July 10th-18th. These products will be shown in the The Weikels/Clark Real Showroom #1739 at Atlanta's AmericasMart. Celebrate your life in style with Fenton Artware!

Fenton Artware includes traditional and contemporary designs in glass and non-glass that coordinate with and extend the Fenton brand. The new division includes products sourced from around the world as well as handmade, colored art glass made in the USA by Fenton.

"We are very optimistic about the growth potential of this new family of products. As a company known for innovation for more than 100 years, our new Artware division is another example of a strategic approach toward success in a very competitive market," company President George Fenton said.

According to Fenton Art Glass Director of Design Nancy Fenton, "Fenton Artware coordinates by style and color to create attractive displays at a variety of price points for the best success at retail."

Creating spectacular colored art glass for a century, Fenton Art Glass Company represents American handcrafted glass artistry. Located in Williamstown, WV, Fenton is known for its wide range of colors, handpainting and handcrafting. For four generations, Fenton family members have remained active in the business and are proud to continue an American glassmaking tradition begun in 1905. Call 800-933-6766 for more information or visit www.fentonartglass.com.