Black Leave Dinner Service

Question:
Hi. I have a vase that I was always told was "worth a fortune" and it is embossed with Red Wing on the bottom. It is quite

I also have a full set, service of 8, dinnerware with a black leaf painted on it. The cups are square shape and black with an off white center.

Any idea of how much these things might be worth?

Thanks Claudia

Answer:
Need more information. Vase discription or a number from the bottom
of the vase. Thanks Jeff and Sue

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Red Wing Planter Cypress Green

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I recently acquired this piece of Red Wing artware from a second hand/antique shop. I’m new to Red Wing and have tried searching for information on this and other forums. It is labeled "Red Wing USA 772" on the bottom. It is in excellent (mint?) condition with no chips, cracks, crazing, etc. There is a bit of wear on the bottom where the piece would make contact with the surface underneath… just some small areas where the glazing is worn off a bit.

It measures approx. 3.5" tall x 8" wide x 4" deep. The exterior is a light green color with a butter yellow/tan interior. As pictured, you can see there is also a silver sticker on the exterior. In red print on the sticker, there is a stylized vertical wing and it says "Red Wing Art Pottery."

When was this made? Is it desireable or common (I think it’s gorgeous, but is actually for my mother’s birthday)? What is its value?

Thank you so much for taking the time to answer my questions. I’m new to Red Wing, and in doing this research, I’ve come to really be interested in acquiring more pieces! Unfortunately, my local library doesn’t have any books to help me out, so I do appreciate your assistance.

Stephanie

Answer:
This Red Wing planter with hobnails is from circa 1962, the color is
probably cypress green. Top value is about $35.
Steve N Rose

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Maroon Vase

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I have a maroon/burgandy with a creamy grey interior, B2004 vase in excellent condition. It has the original RedWing Art Pottery sticker on the front of it. I believe it was received as a wedding gift in June of 1950. I have read that there is a difference in value based on whether it is a tyical glaze color or not… but have no idea what is "typical" for this piece. Could you tell me the approx. value I might get for this piece if I were to sell it online or at auction? Thanks J Good

Answer:
What you have is a vase in the Tropicana series designed by Belle
Kogan in the Dubonet glaze. Nice vase but the glaze is nothing out
of the ordinary. Value is around $70.
Steve N Rose

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MidWinter 2007 Hotel Information

MidWinter 2007 Hotel Information

Location:
Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites
4800 Merle Hay Road
Des Moines, IA 50322
Phone: 515-278-4755

For reservations call 800-HOLIDAY (indicate that you are a RWCS Mid Winter attendee and/or room seller

Deadline: January 18th, 2007 for the room block ( up to 4 guests per room)
Floors 1-4 are designated non-smoking and floor 5 is smoking

Types of Rooms:
Standard: either 2 Queen beds or 1 king bed at $64 per night plus 12% tax
Junior Suite: 1 king bed and 1 sleeper sofa at $94 per night plus 12% tax
(About one and a half rooms with a bedroom areas bigger and a living area smaller)
Extended Stay Suite: 1 king and 1 sleeper sofa at $105 per night plus 12% tax
(The size of one and a half rooms with the bedroom area smaller and the living area bigger)
Family or Parlor Suite: 1 king and 1 sleeper at $126 plus 12% tax
(The size of two rooms with a big dining room table and kitchen area)

Whirlpool Suite: at $146 plus $12% tax

****** New this year for Room Sales – Furnishings Packages **************
Sellers Package: $15 per night: one 6 foot table clothed with 3 chairs
Deluxe Package $28 per night two 6 foot tables clothed with 6 chairs and an easel

If you are interested in securing a Furnishing Package for Midwinter for your Room Sale Please contact: Donna Lynde at the Holiday Inn & Suites at 515-727-0402 or at dlynde@kinseth.com to reserve a package.

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