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

The Ceramic Spectrum: A Simplified Approach to Glaze & Color Development
ISBN-10
0873418212
ISBN-13
9780873418218
Category
Crafts & Hobbies / Pottery & Ceramics
Pages
256
Language
English
Published
2001-07-01
Publisher
Krause Publications
Author
Robin Hopper

Description

Presents a study of ceramic glaze and color development, discusses historical developments in ceramics, reviews materials and firing techniques, and includes a chart of specific colors and variations and a portfolio of work by prominent ceramic artists.

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