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100 1 _aYoung, Jennie J.
245 1 4 _aThe Ceramic Art :
_bA Compendium of The History and Manufacture of Pottery and Porcelain
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2013
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
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337 _acomputer
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_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
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500 _aRelease date is 2013-07-15
508 _aProduced by Chuck Greif and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images available at The Internet Archive)
520 _a"The Ceramic Art" by Jennie J. Young is a comprehensive account of the history and manufacture of pottery and porcelain, written in the late 19th century. This work delves into the evolution of ceramic art, combining historical narrative with a technical discussion of materials and techniques, providing insights into its cultural significance across various civilizations. Young’s exploration aims to condense extensive information from various authors into a single, accessible volume, making it a useful reference for students of decorative arts and collectors alike. The opening of the book sets the stage for an in-depth exploration of ceramics, outlining the author's intention to provide a readable, yet informative overview of the field. Young introduces the historical significance of pottery, noting its profound impact on human civilization and daily life. She emphasizes that the origins of this art form trace back to the earliest human communities, invoking legends from cultures such as China, Egypt, and Greece. The text discusses how pottery serves not only as a reflection of daily life and customs but also as a vessel for historical narratives, thus asserting its essential role in understanding humanity's past. Through a detailed examination of the development and techniques used in ceramic art, Young aims to highlight its aesthetic and practical contributions to society. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aPottery -- History
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/43221
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