Publisher's Synopsis
""Description of Chinese Pottery and Porcelain: Being a Translation of the Tao Shuo"" is a book authored by Stephen Wootton Bushell and first published in 1910. The book is a comprehensive guide to Chinese pottery and porcelain, providing a detailed analysis of the history, production techniques, and aesthetics of these art forms. The book is a translation of the Tao Shuo, a Chinese text that was written in the 14th century by the scholar Zhao Zhiqian. The Tao Shuo is a seminal work on Chinese pottery and porcelain, and it covers a wide range of topics related to these art forms, including the different types of clay used, the techniques used to fire the pottery and porcelain, and the various styles and designs that were popular throughout Chinese history.Bushell's translation of the Tao Shuo is highly regarded by scholars and collectors of Chinese pottery and porcelain. The book is notable for its meticulous attention to detail and its clear and concise writing style. It includes numerous illustrations and photographs of Chinese pottery and porcelain, as well as detailed descriptions of the various pieces.Overall, ""Description of Chinese Pottery and Porcelain: Being a Translation of the Tao Shuo"" is an essential reference for anyone interested in Chinese art and culture, and it remains a valuable resource for scholars, collectors, and enthusiasts of Chinese pottery and porcelain.With Introduction, Notes, And Bibliography.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.