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Entertaining and informative, Quimper Pottery: A Guide to Origins,
Styles, and Values provides a comprehensive look at this centuries-old
French folk art and its history. More than simply a guide, this book is
a sharing of knowledge that actually teaches how to assess the age,
authenticity, and value of Quimper pottery. Painstakingly researched,
this new work boldly corrects several long-standing misconceptions about
Quimper pottery and is destined to become the definitive book on the
subject. Beginning with a thorough briefing of the background and
traditions that make each piece so unique, this outstanding book
features over 500 color photographs showing the development of Quimper
pottery from ordinaire to extraordinaire. Also included are sections
profiling the artists responsible for many of the designs, as well as
invaluable, detailed advice on how to care for and enjoy a collection of
art pottery.
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