Pfaltzgraff America's Potter Author:Pfaltzgraff Pfaltzgraff: America's Potter chronicles over 150 years of change and growth, and will appeal to Pfaltzgraff enthusiasts. Of special interest to the serious collector are line drawings of forms, decorations and marks taken from artifacts within Pfatzgraff's extensive archives. Beginning with its German origins in the early 1800's, the history of... more » Pfaltzgraff is traced through five generations of family ownership and management. As the business developed from the 1 or 2 man pottery operations of thw 19th century, to the earliest factory, to today's nationally-known company, Pfaltzgraff's rich history is told through text and illustrations. Detailed are the ups and downs of the developing company's struggles against the threat of foreign imports and domestic competition, and the factors that enabled Pfaltzgraff to survive as countless potteries failed.« less