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The first worldwide survey of traditional ceramics, this guide includes information on raw materials, techniques, types of decorations, and different uses. From Anasazi bowls to Balinese roof tiles, the diversity of ceramics is widespread. It covers topics such as the excavation and preparation of materials, modeling, pinching, throwing, press molding, applique, incising, impressing, sgraffito, glazes, and many more. With more than 800 illustrations, a glossary, a bibliography, information on where to see collections, and an index, this book will prove invaluable to anyone interested in art, craft, decorative objects, and interior design. El primer estudio de la ceramica tradicional, esta guia incluye informacion sobre materiales, tecnicas, tipos de decoraciones y diferentes usos. Desde los platos anasazi hasta las tejas balinesas, la diversidad presentada es tan variada como los estilos descritos. Cubre temas como la excavacion y preparacion de materiales y varias diferentes tecnicas especificas a la ceramica. Con mas de 800 ilustraciones, un glosario, una bibliografia, informacion sobre colecciones y un indice, este libro es una referencia inestimable para cualquiera interesado en el arte y la decoracion.

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Bryan Sentance is an illustrator and an art instructor. He is the author of Basketry: A World Guide to Traditional Techniques and Wood: The World of Woodwork and Carving.

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