Chinese pottery and porcelain; vol. 1. Pottery and early wares

A comprehensive survey traces the development of Chinese ceramic art from primitive earthenwares to the refined porcelains produced by specialized kilns, organized by chronological dynastic periods and regional factories. It describes characteristic forms and decorative techniques—glazes, painted and moulded ornament, polychrome and blue-and-white work—and considers technical innovations and the emergence of porcelain. The text profiles major wares and kiln centers, discusses sepulchral figures and ceremonial vessels, and catalogs identifying marks. Numerous plates and catalogue-style entries illustrate typology, glazes, and surface effects to assist collectors and students.