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This beautifully illustrated sourcebook chronicles the history of the
Newcomb Pottery at Tulane University in New Orleans, Louisiana, from its
founding in 1895, and explores the development of the art form,
presenting a sensitive picture of the artists themselves. Interest in
the Newcomb College art program of the early 20th century continues and
grows. Previously unknown examples of their pottery and crafts still
surface and values on these beautiful pieces are soaring. In this new
book, based on the author's pioneering 1984 study, many new pieces of
pottery are included, as well as other Newcomb crafts such as jewelry
and metalware. The imaginative variety of designs and high standards of
workmanship by the young women at Newcomb with surprise and delight the
reader. A section on marks and dating by Walter Bob is included. With
over 800 color photographs and 40 historical black and white images, the
number of Newcomb Pottery pieces illustrated will delight the scholar
and collector alike, and recently discovered handwrought silver made by
Rosalie Roos Wiener greatly expands the representation of other crafts
at Newcomb. This long-awaited and significant volume adds greatly to the
knowledge and appreciation of the talented Newcomb women artists. It
will be treasured by all art historians and collectors.
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