Staffordshire Pottery And Its History (1913) (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781167105098)

Staffordshire Pottery and Its History, written by Josiah Clement Wedgwood and published in 1913, is a comprehensive guide to the history and development of the pottery industry in Staffordshire, England. The book covers the period from the early 17th century, when Staffordshire began to emerge as a major center for pottery production, to the early 20th century. The author, Josiah Clement Wedgwood, was a member of the famous Wedgwood family, who were prominent potters in Staffordshire for many generations. He draws on his family's extensive knowledge and experience in the industry to provide a detailed and authoritative account of the pottery trade in Staffordshire.The book covers a wide range of topics, including the different types of pottery produced in Staffordshire, the techniques used to make them, and the social and economic factors that shaped the industry over time. It also includes biographical sketches of some of the most important figures in Staffordshire pottery, as well as detailed descriptions of the factories and workshops where the pottery was made.Throughout the book, Wedgwood provides numerous illustrations and photographs of Staffordshire pottery, as well as maps and diagrams to help readers understand the layout of the industry in the region. He also includes a glossary of technical terms and a bibliography for further reading.Overall, Staffordshire Pottery and Its History is an invaluable resource for anyone interested in the history of the pottery industry in England, and a fascinating glimpse into the world of Staffordshire potters.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.

Author: Josiah Clement Wedgwood
ISBN-10: 1167105095
ISBN-13: 9781167105098
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 292
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 1.32lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.81d