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From A Small Ceramic Art Company To A Worldwide Collectible Leader

By: Ken Needles

The Lenox name is synonymous with quality and lavishness. Lenox pieces are renowned worldwide among collectors, offering tableware, home decor items, and figurines. Perhaps best noted for its china and crystal collections, the Lenox brand is commonly found in fine shops and major department stores.

Since the nineteenth century, Lenox has been offering high-quality pieces with staying power. In 1889, Walter Lenox established Lenoxs Ceramic Art Company, which produced pottery, as well as ivory china pieces. Shortly thereafter, fine dining grew in popularity and Lenox seized the opportunity. By 1918, his dinnerware had become the first American china collection to be used at the White House. Today, the company produces housewares and figurines that conform to Walter Lenoxs high standards and dream to achieve the perfection of American porcelain.

Lenox collectibles feature a lengthy list of licensed partners, including Disney, Snow babies, and even Jack Daniels. Many of its figurines and collectibles are practical as well, like the Tweety Candy Dish or A Treat With Pooh, a collection of ice cream bowls featuring a 24-karat gold accent. Lenox figurines range from very inexpensive items to lavish, intricately detailed pieces. Christmas tree ornaments are one of the lower-priced options, while some larger figurines are valued at close to one thousand U.S. dollars.

The Lenox website provides a wealth of information about the company and its history, in addition to an extensive online shopping mall. There are over 800 figurines and figure sets currently available on the site, along with descriptions and images. Lenox features an African-American collection that celebrates the history and pride of the community, as well as sports and music-related figurines.

A rather unique component of the Lenox brand is the Lifetime Breakage Replacement Program. After purchasing a genuine Lenox figurine, it should be registered with the company as soon as possible. If the figurine is broken for any reason, a replacement piece will be offered to the owner at half the cost, providing it is in-stock.

Glass sculptures are one of the best-selling Lenox items, such as the turtle and rooster sets. Other popular items include Best of the Class, a graduation-capped elephant, and Minnies Dream Wedding, featuring Mickey and Minnie Mouse as bride and groom. Many Lenox figurines are made of ivory fine china and are highlighted with 24-karat gold or enamelled accents, or even Austrian crystals. All Lenox figurines are hand-painted and come with an official Certificate of Authenticity. The Lenox website also offers a guarantee that all online purchases are 100% safe, meaning users pay nothing if they are subject to any unauthorized charges by the Lenox company.

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About the Author (text)

Victor Epand is an expert consultant for pottery, antiques, and figurines. When shopping for pottery, antiques and figurines, we recommend these sites: www.potterysell.com , www.selltheantiques.com , and www.sellfigurines.com

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