{"product_id":"contemporary-ceramics-9780823009374","title":"Contemporary Ceramics","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis unprecedented survey of the most outstanding ceramics being created today offers a sweeping close-up look at the work of more than 260 artists from more than thirty countries. A special feature of this collection is the range of work from China  almost unknown outside of this country until now.  Organized by the distinctive categories of functional ceramics  figurative pieces  and installation works  the book gives a complete picture of the latest developments in each area of contemporary ceramic art. Chapters on materials  firing techniques  ethnic influences in design  and related topics delve into every aspect of ceramics creation that would be of interest to crafters  collectors  and other readers who are drawn to contemporary art. Stimulating essays by the author tie together the wide range of work shown in superbly detailed color photographs.  Artists included: John Mason  Jun Kaneko  Peter Voulkos  Ralph Bacerra  Rudy Autio  Ken Price  Peter Lane  The book is lavishly illustrated and delights the eyes with the exuberance and variety of ceramic art in the 20th century.Mills Quarterly  Spring 2001\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"My Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67973068652597,"sku":"ByrdShop_0823009378","price":60.56,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0627\/8139\/0901\/files\/9780823009374.jpg?v=1794632152","url":"https:\/\/atxbooks.com\/products\/contemporary-ceramics-9780823009374","provider":"ATX Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}