Overview

Porcelain and bone china have fascinated patrons, collectors and makers for centuries. This practical book looks at their composition, making methods and decorative techniques, as well as glazes and firing processes. It examines their different characteristics and explains how designers have worked with these clays within the ceramic industry. This new edition includes an additional chapter that introduces emerging technologies and new materials. It is a beautiful book that gives an authoritative account of these enduring materials, which ceramicists enjoy so passionately. . Clear instruction on materials, recipes and techniques . Practical advice on exploring the potential of clays and pushing the boundaries of design, form and decoration . Examines links between industry and the individual maker AUTHOR: Sasha Wardell is internationally recognised for her work and pioneering approach in moving forward the traditional process of bone china production. Her distinctive pieces embrace and reflect contemporary taste and lifestyle, and use bespoke advanced industrial processes that Sasha has personally developed. 250 colour illustrations

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Author:   Sasha Wardell
Publisher:   The Crowood Press Ltd
Imprint:   The Crowood Press Ltd
Dimensions:   Width: 22.00cm , Height: 1.40cm , Length: 28.00cm
Weight:   0.709kg
ISBN:  

9781785006791

ISBN 10:   1785006797
Pages:   192
Publication Date:   07 January 2020
Audience:   General/trade ,  College/higher education ,  General ,  Tertiary & Higher Education
Format:   Paperback
Publisher's Status:   Active
Availability:   In Print  
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Language:   English

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For anyone who wants to read everything about this clay and what you do with it, the book will be an asset. * Keramiek Magazine *

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Sasha Wardell is internationally recognized for her work and pioneering approach in moving forward the traditional process of bone china production. Her distinctive pieces embrace and reflect contemporary taste and lifestyle, and use bespoke advanced industrial processes that Sasha has personally developed.

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