Hans Coper Inscribed by Lucie Rie

4to. Printed in the UK . 208pp. A major book on Hans Coper; Published to coincide with the 1983 exhibition at the Sainsbury Centre. An illustrated biography of the potter by a life-long admirer of Coper and his work. Beautifully illustrated with fine photographs, many by his wife,Jane Coper, showing for the full range of Hans Coper's work as well including graphic work. Over 200 illustrations including 40 Colour Plates. Bound in brown cloth cover with white facsimile signature on front & spine. INSCRIBED BY LUCIE RIE ‘To David with love from Lucie Rie’. Ephemera included: The Times newspaper article ‘Master at the wheel’ by David Sexton, 1990; Large flyer for the exhibition at the Sainsbury’s centre listing 123 items in the show. The dust wrapper has a fox mark, else very good.28.5 x 22.5cm (11 x 9 inches) Provenance. David Coachworth David Coachworth joined the Victoria and Albert ‘Department of Circulation’ in the late 1950’s as a museum assistant. In the early 1970’s he was involved in numerous exhibitions including ‘International Ceramics’ which was exhibited in 1972. It seems likely that his friendship with Lucie Rie developed during their collaboration with the exhibition. Size 20 x 15cm (8 x 6 inches).…