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Contemporary ceramics / Susan Peterson.

By: Material type: TextTextPublication details: New York : Watson-Guptill Publications, 2000.Description: 176 p. : col. ill. ; 29 cmISBN:
  • 0823009378
Subject(s): DDC classification:
  • 738 PET
Contents:
Introduction: art is vision, past and present -- Materials speak -- Expression through fire -- Colour versus monochrome -- Architecture and installation -- Objects and non-objects -- Man and beast -- Symbolism and narrative -- Survival of traditions -- Walls, tiles and mosaics -- The artists -- Picture credits.
Holdings
Item type Current library Call number Copy number Status Date due Barcode
Standard Loan LSAD Library Main Collection 738 PET (Browse shelf(Opens below)) 1 Available 39002100320358

Enhanced descriptions from Syndetics:

This unprecedented survey of the most outstanding ceramics being created today offers a sweeping close-up look at the work of more than 260 artists from more than thirty countries. A special feature of this collection is the range of work from China, almost unknown outside of this country until now. Organized by the distinctive categories of functional ceramics, figurative pieces, and installation works, the book gives a complete picture of the latest developments in each area of contemporary ceramic art. Chapters on materials, firing techniques, ethnic influences in design, and related topics delve into every aspect of ceramics creation that would be of interest to crafters, collectors, and other readers who are drawn to contemporary art. Stimulating essays by the author tie together the wide range of work shown in superbly detailed color photographs. Artists included: John Mason, Jun Kaneko, Peter Voulkos, Ralph Bacerra, Rudy Autio, Ken Price, Peter Lane "The book is lavishly illustrated and delights the eyes with the exuberance and variety of ceramic art in the 20th century."--Mills Quarterly, Spring 2001

Introduction: art is vision, past and present -- Materials speak -- Expression through fire -- Colour versus monochrome -- Architecture and installation -- Objects and non-objects -- Man and beast -- Symbolism and narrative -- Survival of traditions -- Walls, tiles and mosaics -- The artists -- Picture credits.

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