"Chinese Pottery and Porcelain; vol. 1. Pottery and Early Wares" by R. L. (Robert Lockhart) Hobson is a detailed exploration of Chinese ceramics from the earliest times through various dynasties. The book examines the history and development of pottery in China, starting with its prehistoric origins and moving through the Chou and Han dynasties. It provides insight into the cultural significance and techniques used in the creation of these early wares, while also acknowledging the gaps in our knowledge due to limited historical records and the need for more excavations. The narrative appeals to those interested in art history, archaeology, and ceramics, providing a window into the craftsmanship of Chinese pottery within the vast historical context of the Chinese Empire.
Chinese pottery and porcelain; vol. 1. Pottery and early wares
By R. L. (Robert Lockhart) Hobson
Discover the ancient roots of Chinese ceramics, tracing their evolution from prehistoric times through early dynasties, unveiling the artistry and cultural significance of these remarkable creations.
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About the AuthorRobert Lockhart Hobson CB was a British civil servant and antiquarian. He was keeper of the Department of Ceramics and Ethnography at the British Museum and an authority on Far Eastern ceramics. He was noted for his cataloguing which The Times described as establishing firm facts for what had previously been "surmise and unproved tradition" and he was highly influential through his writing in the elevation of Chinese ceramics from craft works to the status of objects of fine art. He was president of the Oriental Ceramic Society from 1939 to 1942.
Robert Lockhart Hobson CB was a British civil servant and antiquarian. He was keeper of the Department of Ceramics and Ethnography at the British Museum and an authority on Far Eastern ceramics. He was noted for his cataloguing which The Times described as establishing firm facts for what had previously been "surmise and unproved tradition" and he was highly influential through his writing in the elevation of Chinese ceramics from craft works to the status of objects of fine art. He was president of the Oriental Ceramic Society from 1939 to 1942.
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