{"product_id":"the-ceramic-surface-9781789943818","title":"The Ceramic Surface","description":"\u003cb\u003eBook Synopsis\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eA celebration of the ingenuity and diversity of talent found in contemporary ceramics.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn this book, Matthias Ostermann presents an exploration of the ceramic surface through an examination of the works of 200 ceramicists from around the world. His overview of these varied artists' work throws up a huge spectrum of contemporary techniques and approaches. This collection focuses on the vessel and platter  including the non-functional, the metaphoric, the narrative, and even the sculptural. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEach image is accompanied by technical information as well as a statement of the artist's inspiration and motivation that offers insight into the concept of the piece. The surfaces themselves show a wide range of techniques of making, decorating and firing, offering a sumptuous selection of ideas and methods. An inspiring read for ceramicists, educators, and historians alike!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Bloomsbury Publishing PLC","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53516094832983,"sku":"9781789943818","price":27.19,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/bookcurl.com\/products\/the-ceramic-surface-9781789943818","provider":"Book Curl","version":"1.0","type":"link"}