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The Ceramic Art: A Compendium Of The History And Manufacture Of Pottery And Porcelain (1879)

The Ceramic Art: A Compendium Of The History And Manufacture Of Pottery And Porcelain (1879)

Young, Jennie J.

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Art HistoryFiction AnthologiesGeneral World History

ISBN10: 1165131315
ISBN13: 9781165131310
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 498
Weight: 1.45
Height: 1.00 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
The Ceramic Art: A Compendium Of The History And Manufacture Of Pottery And Porcelain is a comprehensive book written by Jennie J. Young in 1879. The book provides a detailed account of the history and production of pottery and porcelain, covering topics such as the origins of ceramics, the different types of clays and glazes used, and the techniques employed in the manufacture of ceramics. The book is divided into several sections, each of which covers a different aspect of the ceramic art. The first section provides an overview of the history of ceramics, tracing its development from ancient times to the present day. The second section focuses on the various types of clays and other materials used in the production of ceramics, while the third section covers the different types of glazes that can be applied to ceramic objects.The fourth section of the book is devoted to the techniques used in the manufacture of ceramics, including hand-building, wheel-throwing, and mold-making. The fifth section provides information on the firing process, including the different types of kilns used and the temperatures required for firing different types of ceramics.In addition to providing detailed information on the history and production of ceramics, The Ceramic Art also includes numerous illustrations and photographs to help readers better understand the techniques and processes involved. Overall, this book is an invaluable resource for anyone interested in the art and science of ceramics.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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