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

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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