BOOK / "FIRE AND CLAY". The Art of Oaxacan Potter

This book is a tribute to the wisdom of potters and a journey into the depths of the ancient craft of ceramics. Through beautiful images and charming prose, the book explores the wisdom of artisanal design and the important economic, social, and identity roles of ceramics. It approaches ceramics from a design perspective, touching on themes such as diversity in form, social contexts, functionality, techniques, and the challenges presented by modern times, giving us the tools to understand ceramics and potters in all their complexity. With a foreword by master ceramist Gustavo Pérez and photos by Paris Barrera. For explorers, there is a detailed guide to visiting the 70 potter villages presented in the book, with maps and directions.

Title: FIRE AND CLAY
The Art of Oaxacan Potter
Author: Eric Mindling
Size: 21 x 24 cm
Binding: Paperback
Genre: Art
Weight: 800 grams
Language: English or Spanish
Publisher: Bom dia Boa tarde Boa noite
Year: 2023
Pages: 240