description Gladding McBean (Franciscan) Overview
Gladding, McBean was an American ceramics company founded in Lincoln, California, in 1875, initially drawing on local clay deposits for architectural and industrial ceramic production. Its consumer tableware became widely known under the Franciscan name, with decorated earthenware patterns including Desert Rose and Apple. Franciscan dishes were made for everyday household dining and remain collectible through their recognizable molded forms, painted decoration, and numerous coordinated serving pieces.
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When and where was Gladding, McBean founded?
Gladding, McBean was founded in Lincoln, California, in 1875. The company initially used local clay for architectural terra cotta, sewer pipe, and other industrial ceramic products.
Is Franciscan dinnerware made by Gladding, McBean?
Franciscan was a consumer tableware and artware line introduced by Gladding, McBean in 1934. The Franciscan name became much more familiar to dinnerware buyers than the company's industrial name.
Which Franciscan pottery patterns are well known?
Desert Rose and Apple are two well-known Franciscan dinnerware patterns. They are decorated earthenware patterns associated with the Franciscan brand rather than separate pottery companies.
What happened to the Franciscan division after Gladding, McBean?
The Franciscan Ceramics division moved to Interpace after a 1962 corporate change. Josiah Wedgwood and Sons acquired the Franciscan division from Interpace in 1979.
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