“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.” (Publisher’s text)
Title: Ceramic Form
Author: Peter Lane
Publisher: Williams Collins Sons & Co
Publication Date: 1988
Format: Hardcover with dust jacket
Images: extensively illustrated in colour and b/w
Pages: 224 pp.
Language: English
Condition: Near Fine.
Provenance: The library of British landscape designer, Alan Hart
Stock Number: RB05227 AH
“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.” (Publisher’s text)
Title: Ceramic Form
Author: Peter Lane
Publisher: Williams Collins Sons & Co
Publication Date: 1988
Format: Hardcover with dust jacket
Images: extensively illustrated in colour and b/w
Pages: 224 pp.
Language: English
Condition: Near Fine.
Provenance: The library of British landscape designer, Alan Hart
Stock Number: RB05227 AH
