Ceramic Form by Peter Lane (Hardcover, 1988)

Ceramic Form by Peter Lane (Hardcover, 1988).

Form has always been one of the most

important aspects of ceramics and one which

continues to challenge and stimulate potters

throughout the world. In Ceramic Form

Peter Lane explores the various elements

involved in the design and making of ceramics by

concentrating on the two fundamental pottery

vessels - bowls and bottles - which provide the

basis for almost all others.

Throughout history there has been a

bewildering variety of different shapes in

ceramic vessels, but it is those basically simple

forms which have stood the test of time and still

offer possibilities for personal expression to the

modern potter. In this beautiful book the work

of more than 150 contemporary potters from

around the world is featured and discussed, in

an attempt to discover how each potter

explores and interprets ceramic form in an

individual way.

Peter Lane explains the potters' working

methods and processes, describes their ideas

and sources of stimulus, and considers their

different approaches to design and decoration

through the use of colour, pattern and texture.

The superb illustrations which complement the

text also provide a rich source of inspiration,

and the unique series of forms in silhouette will

be invaluable in provoking original and creative

thought regarding the concept of

three-dimensional form.

This informative and inspirational book aims

to provide a permanent source of reference by

bringing together a fine selection of work by

potters from various parts of the world.

Ceramic Form will be welcomed by practising

potters as well as those who find satisfaction

and pleasure in looking at and collecting

ceramics.

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