A remarkable diversity of techniques are used to treat the ceramic surface. Matthias Ostermann presents an exploration of the ceramic surface—focusing on the vessel and platter—that includes the... Read More
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A remarkable diversity of techniques are used to treat the ceramic surface. Matthias Ostermann presents an exploration of the ceramic surface—focusing on the vessel and platter—that includes the nonfunctional, the metaphoric, the narrative, and even the sculptural. Through an examination of the works of 200 ceramicists from around the world, he provides a broad overview of contemporary techniques and approaches.
Ostermann covers a wide variety of techniques for making, decorating, and firing, as well as the full spectrum of clays and firing temperatures. Each image is accompanied by technical information, as well as a statement of the artist's inspiration and motivation that offers insight into the concept of the piece.
The Ceramic Surface provides inspiration to ceramicists, educators, and historians, while also celebrating the ingenuity and diversity of talent found in contemporary ceramics.
Details
- Price: $55.00
- Pages: 208
- Carton Quantity: 16
- Publisher: University of Pennsylvania Press, Inc.
- Imprint: University of Pennsylvania Press
- Publication Date: 18th November 2002
- Trim Size: 8.5 x 11 in
- Illustration Note: 225 color illus.
- ISBN: 9780812237016
- Format: Hardcover
- BISACs:
CRAFTS & HOBBIES / Pottery & Ceramics
Author Bio
A remarkable diversity of techniques are used to treat the ceramic surface. Matthias Ostermann presents an exploration of the ceramic surface—focusing on the vessel and platter—that includes the nonfunctional, the metaphoric, the narrative, and even the sculptural. Through an examination of the works of 200 ceramicists from around the world, he provides a broad overview of contemporary techniques and approaches.
Ostermann covers a wide variety of techniques for making, decorating, and firing, as well as the full spectrum of clays and firing temperatures. Each image is accompanied by technical information, as well as a statement of the artist's inspiration and motivation that offers insight into the concept of the piece.
The Ceramic Surface provides inspiration to ceramicists, educators, and historians, while also celebrating the ingenuity and diversity of talent found in contemporary ceramics.
- Price: $55.00
- Pages: 208
- Carton Quantity: 16
- Publisher: University of Pennsylvania Press, Inc.
- Imprint: University of Pennsylvania Press
- Publication Date: 18th November 2002
- Trim Size: 8.5 x 11 in
- Illustrations Note: 225 color illus.
- ISBN: 9780812237016
- Format: Hardcover
- BISACs:
CRAFTS & HOBBIES / Pottery & Ceramics