In recent years, collectors have come to recognize the beauty and value of Roycroft items, particularly the art metal which is the most available, affordable, and varied of all Roycroft collectibles. Influenced by the English movement that was spearheaded by William Morris, Elbert Hubbard began a new industry dedicated to quality of design and manufacture, from its factories near Buffalo, New York._x000D_With 179 full color illustrations, this identification and price guide offers Arts and Crafts collectors and dealers an in-depth look at the many objects that were made. Included are bowls, vases, jewelry, desk items, bookends, candlesticks and other items of interest. The text provides the history and background of the company, as well as information about each of the products illustrated. There is also a good selection of original advertising and promotional material._x000D_ AUTHOR: Kevin McConnell is an archaeologist and freelance writer who has written articles for such publications as Antiques and Collecting, Hobbies, The Antique Trader Weekly, and Glass Collector's Digest. He is the author of Redware: America's Folk Art Pottery._x000D__x000D_
