Quimper pottery, made in northwestern France considering that the early 1700s, is among the most precious and recognizable ceramics in the world - not just fiercely collected however likewise used in kitchens and dining tables every day. Author Bondhus, who has taught French and resided in France, has actually been a devoted collector and student of Quimper for decades. Her experience informs her comprehensive evaluation of this hand-painted folk art faience, which covers the history of the pottery, manufactories, differed forms and ornamental patterns, and makers' marks. Illustrated with pictures of antique and contemporary pottery, along with of historic photos of catalogs, ads, manufacturing, and pottery display rooms.

　　Exceptional condition overall. Dust jacket: light curling along great, light edge wear, some identifying, light foxing and toning along inside top. Book: light foxing on page edges, light corner bumps. Signed on title page by author. Fabric cover and inside fresh.

　　By Sandra V. Bondhus

　　Hardcover, fabric with gold stamp on spinal column and front, with dust coat

　　244 pp, color, b/w photos and illustrations

　　Published by the author (1988).

　　Second printing.

　　11.375 x 8.75 x 1".