The history of ceramic art is ingrained in the history of mankind. Clay is one of the very first materials 'invented' by man. An essential part of our lives, it has been moulded, thrown, glazed, decorated and fired for over 30,000years in order to preserve and transport food and water. And it was on the surface of the earliest jugs, vases, dishes, plates, beakers and amphorae that man placed some of his first decorative markings. In more recent times clay has been used notjust by artisans and putters, but also by artists, designers and architects. The Pot Book is the first publication to document the extraordinary range and variety of ceramie vessels of all periods. Bach entry is sequenced in alphabetical order by the name of the maker, school or style, creating a unique and individual grand tour through the very finest examples of the art form.
