The Complete Guide to Corning Ware & Visions Cookware

by Coroneos, Kyle

• ISBN13: 9781574324686
• ISBN10: 1574324683
• Edition: Illus.
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2005-08-15
• Publisher: Collector Books

Summary

Corning Ware and Visions were the most versatile forms of dishes and cookware ever made. Created from the durable Pyroceram material originally used on the nosecones of rockets, they are the only dishes that can be used in the oven, in the freezer, on the range top, or in the microwave. Now that the Pyroceram material is no longer being produced, a huge secondary market has erupted for these beautiful and durable dishes. This book chronicles the 40+ years of Corning Ware and the 15 years of Visions. Compiled directly from information in the Corning Glass Works archives, this complete and unabridged guide covers the 60+ patterns, hundreds of shapes, and thousands of specific dishes of Corning Ware and Visions made since 1956. The book includes hundreds of detailed pictures, as well as specific information about each piece, including production dates, rarity, current value, and other interesting information. This guide includes the history of Corning Ware, Visions, and the Corning Glass Works, as well as facts about how Corning Ware and Visions were invented, manufactured, and sold to the public. Many historical photographs and advertisements are provided. This book is essential for any kitchen or glassware collector, dealer, trader, or appraiser, or for anybody else who appreciates this beautiful and adaptable cookware.

Table of Contents

Dedication	p. 4
Acknowledgments	p. 4
Introduction	p. 5
The History of Corning Ware and Visions	p. 6
Who is Corning Glass Works?	p. 11
Tips to Take With You on the Hunt for Corning Ware and Visions	p. 14
The Generations of Corning Ware	p. 16
Introduction to the Picture and Price Guide	p. 19
Blue Cornflower	p. 20
Spice O' Life	p. 37
Microwave	p. 47
French	p. 51
Heat 'N' Eats	p. 57
Early Compliments	p. 59
Early Gift Lines	p. 61
Buffet Servers and Bold Colors	p. 63
All White and Cookmates	p. 67
Gourmet Skillets	p. 73
Floral Bouquet	p. 74
Promotions	p. 79
Country Festival	p. 84
Wildflower	p. 86
Contemporaries	p. 90
Crown Corning	p. 94
Country Cornflower	p. 97
Beige Corning Ware	p. 99
Fruits and Botanicals	p. 102
Blue Dusk and Garden Harvest	p. 105
Casual Elegance	p. 107
Lyrics, English Breakfast, and Rosemarie	p. 108
Sunsations, Summer Blush, Friendship	p. 110
Fruit Basket, Fresh Cut, and Blue Velvet	p. 113
Other Corning Ware Patterns	p. 115
Accessories	p. 117
Visions	p. 120
Cleaning and Care of Your Corning Ware and Visions	p. 133
Bibliography	p. 134
Index	p. 135
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