DESCRIPTION : A general introduction, followed by eight sections, each with an introduction followed by double-page spreads on different types of ceramics, their uses, the techniques employed to make them and the many different glazes and finishes used around the world and throughout time. All abundantly illustrated with photos of ceramics, historical photographs of people making and using ceramics, contemporary photographs of people from around the world and line drawings. The reference section includes a comprehensive list of where to see ceramics around the world. PRODUCT DETAILS : ISBN : 9780500511770 BY (AUTHOR) Sentance, Bryan PUBLISHER : Thames & Hudson Ltd PUBLICATION DATE : September 27, 2004 COUNTRY OF PUBLICATION : United Kingdom IMPRINT : Thames & Hudson Ltd LANGUAGE : English AGE : General PRODUCT FORM : Hardback DIMENSION : 290 mm x 250 mm WEIGHT : 1520 g PRODUCT CATEGORY : Lifestyle, Hobbies & Leisure