The Potter's Craft: A Practical Guide For The Studio And Workshop (1910) (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781165625079)

The Potter's Craft: A Practical Guide for the Studio and Workshop is a comprehensive guidebook for potters written by Charles Fergus Binns in 1910. This book provides a detailed and practical overview of the art of pottery, including the tools and materials used in the craft, the techniques and processes involved in creating pottery, and the various styles and forms of pottery that can be produced. Binns draws on his extensive experience as a potter and teacher to provide readers with clear and concise instructions on every aspect of the craft. He covers topics such as the preparation and use of clay, the construction of pottery pieces using various techniques such as throwing, coiling, and slab building, and the decoration and firing of finished pieces. The book also includes detailed illustrations and photographs to help readers visualize the techniques and processes described in the text. Additionally, Binns offers advice on setting up a pottery studio or workshop, including the selection of equipment and tools, the organization of workspace, and the management of materials and supplies. Overall, The Potter's Craft is an invaluable resource for potters of all levels, from beginners to experienced professionals, providing a comprehensive guide to the art and science of pottery.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Author: Charles Fergus Binns
ISBN-10: 1165625075
ISBN-13: 9781165625079
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 206
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 1.04lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.63d