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The beautiful glass art wares made by the Fenton Art Glass Company from 1970 through 1985, in Williamstown, West Virginia, are highly desirable today. Many, ranging from animal figures to vases, are displayed here in over 1,160 color photographs. Every color, form, and glass decorating motif employed by Fenton during this period is described or displayed. An informative text recounts the production history of the art ware items made during this period (including baskets, bells, eggs, Fairy Lamps, tree rings, and special order items), along with the colors and the decorative treatments used in their creation. Manufacturers marks used during this period are also discussed. Included as well are values in the captions and in tables. Every glass collector and dealer, ranging from the novice to the most experienced, will welcome this important reference.