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Notes On The Manufacture Of Pottery Among Savage Races (1873)

Notes On The Manufacture Of Pottery Among Savage Races (1873)

Hartt, Charles Frederick

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Medieval & Renaissance HistoryFiction AnthologiesGeneral Design

ISBN10: 1120658004
ISBN13: 9781120658005
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Nov 21 2009
Pages: 74
Weight: 0.24
Height: 0.15 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
Notes On The Manufacture Of Pottery Among Savage Races is a book written by Charles Frederick Hartt and first published in 1873. The book is a detailed account of the methods and techniques used by various indigenous communities around the world to create pottery. Hartt, a geologist and ethnologist, draws on his own observations and experiences during his travels to South America, Africa, and the Pacific Islands to document the different methods used for pottery production.The book is divided into chapters that focus on different aspects of pottery manufacture, such as the preparation of clay, the shaping of vessels, and the firing process. Hartt provides detailed descriptions of the tools and materials used by different communities, as well as the social and cultural significance of pottery-making in each context. He also includes illustrations and photographs to help readers visualize the different techniques and finished products.One of the key themes of the book is the diversity of pottery-making techniques across different cultures, and the ways in which these techniques have evolved over time. Hartt notes the similarities and differences between different communities' approaches to pottery-making, and highlights the importance of understanding these differences in order to appreciate the unique cultural heritage of each group.Overall, Notes On The Manufacture Of Pottery Among Savage Races is an important historical document that provides insight into the techniques and cultural significance of pottery-making in different parts of the world. It is a valuable resource for historians, anthropologists, and anyone interested in the history of art and craft.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.

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