Chinese Pottery And Porcelain V1 Potter And Early Wares PDF Download

" ... Looks at the whole history of chinese pottery from the point of view of the techniques used by potters and so traces how their craft evolved from the earliest unglazed earthenware pots to highly sophisticated porcelain. she describes the glazes, kilns, clays and working methods of the Chinese potters and makes it clear how certain types of ware could only be produced as the result og particular technological developments. Much of this material is new and the authos has made full use of all the recent archaeological reports that have emerged from China. Her clear technical descriptions are easy to follow and anyone with a practical interest in making pots will learn much from them. The specialist will gain a far better understanding of the history of his subject ..."--Back cover.