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Shoji Hamada: A Potter's Way and Work - Softcover

Peterson, Susan

 
9780713667721: Shoji Hamada: A Potter's Way and Work
Softcover
ISBN 10: 0713667729 ISBN 13: 9780713667721
Publisher: A & C Black Publishers Ltd, 2004

Synopsis

Shoji Hamada, along with Bernard Leach, was one of the key figures in the development of studio pottery in the 20th century. His influence both in England and the US as well as in his native Japan cannot be underestimated. The Japanese government designated him a Living National Treasure" in 1955 and awarded him the Order of Culture in 1968. This book has been totally redesigned with colour photographs and a new chapter."

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About the Author

Susan Peterson, Professor Emerita from Hunter College, City University of New York, was a practising ceramicist whose work was shown throughout the world. She authored many books, including The Craft and Art of Clay, Pottery by American Women, Contemporary Ceramics and Working with Clay.

From the Back Cover

Shoji Hamada, along with Bernard Leach, was one of the key figures in the development of studio pottery in the 20th century. His influence both in England and the US as well as in his native Japan cannot be underestimated. The Japanese government designated him a Living National Treasure in 1955 and awarded him the Order of Culture in 1968. This book has been totally redesigned with colour photographs and a new chapter.

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Publisher
A & C Black Publishers Ltd
Publication date
2004
Language
English
ISBN 10 
0713667729
ISBN 13 
9780713667721
Binding
Paperback
Edition number
1
Number of pages
240