Abstract
"The Ceramic Art" by Jennie J. Young is a monumental and lyrical history of pottery and porcelain, tracing the evolution of ceramic craftsmanship from its elemental origins to the sophisticated industries of the 19th century. The work provides an exhaustive survey of ceramic traditions across diverse cultures, including the ancient civilizations of Egypt and Mesopotamia, the exquisite porcelains of China and Japan, and the celebrated potteries of Europe and America. Young explores ...