Sotheby's Concise Encyclopedia of Porcelain - Softcover

Sotheby's

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1850296480 ISBN 13: 9781850296485

Publisher: Antique Collectors Club Ltd, 1995

Synopsis

This pictorial encyclopaedia, suitable for either the inexperienced amateur or the seasoned collector, introduces all aspects of the world of porcelain and ceramics, guiding the reader from era to era, factory to factory and craftsman to craftsman. Each chapter is written by an expert in the field, and also acts as a reference and identification guide.

About this title

From Library Journal

Beautiful illustrations and a detailed yet concise historical text by Sotheby's director David Battie and a team of notable experts chronicle the evolution of porcelain from circa 600 A.D. to the present. Chapters focus on the decorative innovations and commercial efforts of the primary fine porcelain producers, from the Orient to Europe and America, helping the reader distinguish among hard and soft paste porcelain, wucai, encre de Chine, and Imari. The book also highlights the Oriental influence on such European earthenware as delftware, faience, and maiolica porcelain. A particularly delightful chapter by Battie treats fakes and forgeries. Support material includes a glossary of terms and a list of key factories and important names in the development of porcelain. This invaluable guide will be appreciated by collectors of all kinds.
- Stephen Allan Patrick, East Tennesssee State Univ. Lib., Johnson City
Copyright 1990 Reed Business Information, Inc.

Edition details

• Publisher: Antique Collectors Club Ltd
• Publication date: 1995
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1850296480
• ISBN 13: 9781850296485
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 208
• Editor: Battie David