1000 tiles : ten centuries of decorative ceramics
(Book - Regular Print)
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Published
San Francisco, Calif. : Chronicle Books, 2004.
Physical Desc
320 pages : color illustrations ; 24 cm
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Published
San Francisco, Calif. : Chronicle Books, 2004.
Format
Book - Regular Print
Language
English
Notes
Bibliography
Includes bibliographical references (page 310) and index.
Description
"1,000 Tiles dazzles with the brilliant color and design that has adorned even the farthest reaches of the world down through the centuries. From Mesopotamian to Post-modern examples, each exquisite tile or tile plate is presented in rich color and matched with a profile describing its origin, history, symbolism, and decorative motifs, as well as providing information on techniques such as fire glazing and dust pressing. Arranged by period and style, this comprehensive book makes it easy to access tiles from any era or movement. Artists and designers looking for inspiration, especially in the realm of patterns and color play, will find much to admire in this visually arresting volume. Complete with a resource section and tips for building a collection, 1,000 Tiles is the ultimate guide to an ancient art form that remains vital today"--Amazon.com.
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Location | Call Number | Status |
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Yavapai College Prescott - CIRCCOLL - Circulating Collection | NK4670.A17 2004 | Checked Out |
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APA Citation, 7th Edition (style guide)
Atterbury, P., & Lang, G. (. e. (2004). 1000 tiles: ten centuries of decorative ceramics . Chronicle Books.
Chicago / Turabian - Author Date Citation, 17th Edition (style guide)Atterbury, Paul and Gordon (Ceramics expert) Lang. 2004. 1000 Tiles: Ten Centuries of Decorative Ceramics. Chronicle Books.
Chicago / Turabian - Humanities (Notes and Bibliography) Citation, 17th Edition (style guide)Atterbury, Paul and Gordon (Ceramics expert) Lang. 1000 Tiles: Ten Centuries of Decorative Ceramics Chronicle Books, 2004.
MLA Citation, 9th Edition (style guide)Atterbury, Paul., and Gordon (Ceramics expert) Lang. 1000 Tiles: Ten Centuries of Decorative Ceramics Chronicle Books, 2004.
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