To anyone with an interest in antique pottery the name Etruscan Majolica is synonymous with quality yet few people know anything about the pottery or the company that made it. It is probably the most famous unknown pottery in the United States. This book will introduce you to Etruscan Majolica-a world where dolphins balance shells on their tails; swans swim serenely across pink, lily covered ponds; and begonia leaves come in every color of the rainbow. For "Etruscan Majolica: The Definitive Reference to the Majolica of Griffen, Smith & Company," the author spent six years traveling across the country in an effort to photograph examples of every known pattern made by the Etruscan Works of Phoenixville, Pennsylvania. Divided into categories based on subject this easy reference guide combines the history of the company, its founders and its catalog in a manner that will be of interest to dealers, novices and experienced collectors alike. Expanded edition includes more photos, easy to use index and updated price guide