Shoji Hamada by Susan Peterson

Shoji Hamada by Susan Peterson

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Shoji Hamada was one of the key figures behind the development of studio pottery in the 20th century. Awarded the Order of Culture by his native Japan, his influence was also felt in both England and the USA. This book profiles the work of the artist and the legacy he left.

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Shoji Hamada by Susan Peterson

Shoji Hamada, along with Bernard Leach, was one of the key figures in the development of studio pottery in the 20th century. His influence both in England and the US as well as in his native Japan cannot be underestimated. The Japanese government designated him a Living National Treasure" in 1955 and awarded him the Order of Culture in 1968. This book has been totally redesigned with colour photographs and a new chapter."
Susan Peterson, Professor Emerita from Hunter College, City University of New York was a practising ceramicist whose work has been shown throughout the world. She wrote many pottery-related books, including The Craft and Art of Clay, Pottery by American Women, Contemporary Ceramics and Working with Clay.
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ISBN 13 9780713667721
ISBN 10 0713667729
Title Shoji Hamada
Author Susan Peterson
Condition Unavailable
Binding Type Paperback
Publisher Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
Year published 2004-07-05
Number of pages 240
Cover note Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary.