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Ceramics: A Potter's Handbook
Ceramics A Potter's Handbook
Author: Glenn C. Nelson
A classic and enduring book that focuses on the art of pottery making from raw clay to fired piece. The illustrated sections include glaze chemicals, kilns, production methods, equipment and supplies, a glossary of ceramic terms, and an extensive appendix with glaze recipes and clay body formulas. (NOTE: Cover image is for a different edition.)
ISBN: 196757
Publication Date: 1966
Pages: 331
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Publisher: Holt, Rinehart & Winston
Book Type: Paperback
Other Versions: Hardcover
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reviewed Ceramics: A Potter's Handbook on + 7 more book reviews
This book is a great "textbook" on pottery. The chapters include: Ceramics of the Past, Contemporary Ceramics, Clay and Clay Bodies, Forming Methods, Ceramic Form and Design, Decoration and Glazing, Glazes, Kilns, and Studio Equipment. It is full of awesome information and pictures which give great ideas for your own designs.
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By Glenn C. Nelson; 3rd edition. Paperback, 8 x 10, 348 pages; many black and white and some color photos; pottery, from ancient to modern; various countries; contemporary ceramics; clay & clay bodies; forming methods; design; glazes; kilns; equipment. A relatively quick survey of everything.


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