Publisher's Synopsis
The book ""The Oriental Influence on the Ceramic Art of the Italian Renaissance"" by Henry Wallis is a comprehensive study of the impact of Oriental ceramics on the Italian Renaissance. The book explores the various ways in which Italian potters were influenced by the ceramics of China, Japan, and the Islamic world, and how this influence led to the development of new techniques and styles in Italian ceramics. The author provides a detailed history of the trade routes that brought Oriental ceramics to Italy, and how Italian potters were able to adapt these techniques to create their own unique style. The book is filled with beautiful illustrations that showcase the intricate designs and patterns of both Oriental and Italian ceramics. Overall, this book is an excellent resource for anyone interested in the history of ceramics and the influence of Oriental art on the Italian Renaissance.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.
