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Japanese Wood-Fired Ceramics by Masakazu Kusakabe and Marc Lancet (2005, Perfect)

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Japanese Wood-Fired Ceramics by Marc Lancet; Masakazu Kusakabe SIGNED and inscribed by the author. Shelf and handling wear to cover and binding, with general signs of previous use. Wear commensurate with age and use. Clean unmarked copy. Bumping visible to corners of covers and ends of spine strip. Light scuffing and smudging to covers and spine strip. Light bending to covers and page block. Secure packaging for safe delivery.

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Product Identifiers

PublisherKrause Publications

ISBN-100873497422

ISBN-139780873497428

eBay Product ID (ePID)45960077

Product Key Features

Book TitleJapanese Wood-Fired Ceramics

Number of Pages320 Pages

LanguageEnglish

TopicCeramics, Pottery & Ceramics

Publication Year2005

IllustratorYes

GenreArt, Crafts & Hobbies

AuthorMasakazu Kusakabe, Marc Lancet

FormatPerfect

Dimensions

Item Height0.9 in

Item Weight43.6 Oz

Item Length8.2 in

Item Width10.9 in

Additional Product Features

Intended AudienceTrade

LCCN2005-922955

Dewey Edition22

Dewey Decimal738.143

SynopsisThe methods, materials and aesthetic appreciation of Japanese wood firing are explained in exquisite detail in Japanese Wood-Fired Ceramics. This ancient technique is a favorite among ceramic artists and instructors around the world, and this superior resource offers artists valuable insight into this nearly 1,000-years-old tradition. techniques, traditionally passed on through apprenticeships that last nearly a decade, are explained in detailed instructions, including more than 100+ color photos. The complexities of loading and firing a wood kiln, unique firing techniques used to obtain surface effects, and experimental approaches are discussed in this reference. This optimum resource offers artists an additional bonus with instructions for creating a kiln similar to the authors' famous Dancing Fire Wood Kiln.Details of ancient Japanese wood-firing methods are coveredFeatures 700+ color photos to guide artists in learning methodsDirections for building two kilns offers artists opportunities to build their own., Discover the traditions, techniques and technology behind the age-old Japanese art of wood-fired ceramics. Shrouded in mystery for centuries, especially in the Western world, the artistry behind Japanese-style wood-firing comes into the light in "Japanese Wood-Fired Ceramics." Authors Masakazu Kusakabe and Marc Lancet share everything you need to know to begin or improve as a wood-fire artist or connoisseur in this comprehensive reference to firing effects and techniques, surface development and kiln building. Features include: Step-by-step instructions to build two proven wood-fire kilns: the Dancing Fire Wood Kiln and the Sasukenei Smokeless Kiln, The first comprehensive English-language guide to yohen, the Japanese classification of wood-firing effects, colors and surfaces, Tried-and-true recipes for a variety of wood-fire glazes, A comprehensive guide through all six stages of the wood-firing process, Japanese insights into rarely discussed techniques and practices of wood-fired ceramics, More than 700 illustrations and full-color photographs. Book jacket.

LC Classification NumberMLCS 2006/40491