The Ceramic Spectrum: A Simplified Approach to Glaze and Color Development

Hopper, Robin

ISBN 10: 0873418212 / ISBN 13: 9780873418218

Published by KP Books, 2001

About this Item

2001. paperback. E. scarce. Good clean copy. Covers showing v. light shelf wear, otherwise remains very good. . . . .

Seller Inventory # KSG0039856

Bibliographic Details

• Title: The Ceramic Spectrum: A Simplified Approach to Glaze and Color Development
• Publisher: KP Books
• Publication Date: 2001
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0873418212
• ISBN 13: 9780873418218
• Binding: Soft cover
• Edition: 2nd Edition
• Condition: Very Good

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Synopsis

This is the book ceramists have been waiting for. Eighteen years after its first edition, Robin Hopper has updated what has become a staple for all potters and ceramists. With several new or expanded chapters covering Oriental glazes, Islamic Iustres, Egyptian pastes, high texture glazes, flux variation triaxial and extended colour information, among other topics, this new edition is a must-have for any ceramist or potter. The book is easy to read, follow and understand and features hundreds of photographs, drawings and charts to visually guide and inspire the reader. The book features: Several new and expanded chapters with increased technical illustration material; Images of works by contemporary ceramic artists; Nearly 300 full-colour photographs, as well as charts and drawings.

From Library Journal

Veteran potter Hopper (Functional Pottery) has rewritten and updated another of his successful guides for studio potters. The new edition reflects the many changes in glaze technology since the first edition of this book was published in 1984. Most striking is the shift to all color photography of samples and finished pieces by other artists a necessity when discussing glazes. Although this is a technical work, the text is interesting and readable. It belongs in academic and specialized public library crafts collections, particularly those wanting to replace the first edition.
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