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The fourth volume in our Fenton Glass series illustrates in beautiful color more than 1,000 items produced between 1980 and 1990. Prepared in full cooperation with the Fenton Art Glass Company, the text conveys fascinating details on the people and events that made the 1980s one of the most exciting decades in the firm's 100-year history.<p>Coverage is given to the Artist's Series, Connoisseur Collection, Designer Series, Limited Edition collectibles for Mother's Day and Christmas, sandcarved merchandise, Katja, and American Legacy. The relationship between Fenton Glass and the QVC shopping network is explored and most items sold on QVC in the 1980s are pictured. Glass made as "special orders" for Levay and souvenir items for many glass collector's clubs are also shown. With abridged 1996-97 price guide, listing items shown in color.