Welcome Friends,

to the The Franciscan Pottery Shelf.

This website was created by two Franciscan collectors who wished to share their collections as well as information regarding Gladding McBean & Franciscan. It is our goal to make this website informative, easy to follow and fun.

The information gathered and posted here is a result of combined years of collecting experience, some research, help from friends and a lot of intuition.

On this site, we aren't going to waste your time with fancy graphics, animation or music. It is all about the beauty and history of our favorite American Pottery, Gladding McBean - Franciscan.

Please feel free to email us with any of your thoughts regarding this website or the information provided, and keep checking in, since we hope the site will continue to grow as more American treasures, information and time become available.

The Early Patterns, 1930's and 1940's
El Patio, Cocinero and Montecito

Promotional Items and Specials

Advertising and Brochures for all patterns, China and pottery!

Future categories planned are Mid-century solids (Coronado, Victoria, Metropolitan, Tiempo, Duotone and Rancho), Embossed and Handpainted, Fine China, artware, and advertising materials.

We would like to take this opportunity to thank the Email Discussion Group for Franciscan Collectors monitored by Mr. James Elliot. This group provides a forum for collectors to discuss, share information and photos, and in general, expand our knowledge of Franciscan collecting.

A Special thanks to Group Members that have generously contributed to this website by sharing their knowledge, photographs and advertising materials.

If you're interested in joining the dicussion, follow this link for more information.

Franciscan - GMcB Discussion group

Send E-mail to: Deanna

Send E-mail to: Gabriel