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Grand Feu Ceramics: A Practical Treatise On The Making Of Fine Porcelain And Gres (1905)

Grand Feu Ceramics: A Practical Treatise On The Making Of Fine Porcelain And Gres (1905)

Doat, Taxile
Robineau, Samuel E.
Binns, Charles F.

Paperback

Fiction AnthologiesGeneral Antiques & CollectiblesGlass & Ceramics

ISBN10: 1436862183
ISBN13: 9781436862189
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Jun 29 2008
Pages: 220
Weight: 1.11
Height: 0.46 Width: 8.25 Depth: 11.00
Language: English
Grand Feu Ceramics: A Practical Treatise On The Making Of Fine Porcelain And Gres (1905) is a comprehensive guide to the art and science of creating high-quality ceramics. Written by Taxile Doat, a renowned French ceramicist and teacher, the book covers every aspect of the production process, from the selection of raw materials to the firing and glazing of finished pieces. Doat's expertise is evident throughout the book, as he shares his knowledge of the chemical properties of various clays and minerals, as well as his techniques for shaping, decorating, and firing ceramics. He also provides detailed instructions for building and operating a kiln, and offers advice on troubleshooting common problems that can arise during the firing process.In addition to its practical advice, Grand Feu Ceramics is also a fascinating historical document, offering a glimpse into the world of turn-of-the-century ceramics production. The book includes numerous illustrations and photographs of finished pieces, as well as detailed descriptions of the techniques used to create them.Overall, Grand Feu Ceramics is an invaluable resource for anyone interested in the art and science of ceramics, and a must-read for anyone looking to improve their skills in this timeless craft.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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