{"product_id":"the-ceramic-surface-9781512828566","title":"The Ceramic Surface","description":"\u003cp\u003e • Author(s): Matthias Ostermann\u003cbr\u003e • Publisher: University of Pennsylvania Press\u003cbr\u003e • Publisher Imprint: University of Pennsylvania Press\u003cbr\u003e • BISAC: Pottery \u0026amp; Ceramics\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAn exploration of contemporary techniques in ceramic surface decoration, both conventional and unconventional\u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eA remarkable diversity of techniques are used to treat the ceramic surface. Matthias Ostermann presents an exploration of the ceramic surface--focusing on the vessel and platter--that includes the nonfunctional, the metaphoric, the narrative, and even the sculptural. Through an examination of the works of 200 ceramicists from around the world, he provides a broad overview of contemporary techniques and approaches. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eOstermann covers a wide variety of techniques for making, decorating, and firing, as well as the full spectrum of clays and firing temperatures. Each 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. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ci\u003eThe Ceramic Surface\u003c\/i\u003e provides inspiration to ceramicists, educators, and historians, while also celebrating the ingenuity and diversity of talent found in contemporary ceramics.","brand":"University of Pennsylvania Press","offers":[{"title":"Paperback","offer_id":45657270091927,"sku":"9781512828566","price":2326.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0666\/3471\/1191\/files\/9781512828566.webp?v=1767680789","url":"https:\/\/atlanticbooks.com\/products\/the-ceramic-surface-9781512828566","provider":"Atlantic Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}