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Chinese potters at work, design for stained glass window, c1870, (1881). Creator
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Chinese potters at work, design for stained glass window, c1870, (1881). Creator
Chinese potters at work, design for stained glass window, c1870, (1881). Two Panels of Windows in the Gallery of the Museum Containing Pottery in the South Kensington Museum, by William Bell Scott. One of fourteen stained-glass windows in the Ceramic Gallery, depicting Scotts idea of ceramic manufacture in China: carrying the clay in yokes, mixing glazes, kneading, throwing on a wheel, loading pottery into a kiln. From " The South Kensington Museum", a book of engraved illustrations, with descriptions, of the works of art in the collection of the Victoria & Albert Museum in London (formerly known as the South Kensington Museum). [Sampson Low, Marston, Searle and Rivington, London, 1881]
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This print captures the essence of Chinese potters at work in the late 19th century. Taken from William Bell Scott's design for a stained glass window, this image showcases the intricate process of ceramic manufacture in China. The two panels of windows depicted in this photograph are part of the Ceramic Gallery within the South Kensington Museum (now known as the Victoria & Albert Museum) in London. Each panel portrays various stages of pottery production, offering a glimpse into Scott's interpretation of Chinese craftsmanship. From carrying clay in yokes to mixing glazes and kneading, every step is meticulously illustrated. The potter can be seen throwing on a wheel with utmost precision while others load pottery into a kiln, ready to undergo transformation through heat and fire. This engraving not only highlights the skillful artistry involved but also emphasizes the industrial nature of ceramics manufacturing during that era. The machinery and tools scattered throughout serve as reminders of an evolving industry driven by innovation and dedication. As we admire this remarkable piece, it transports us back to a time when interior decoration was heavily influenced by ornamental art forms like stained glass windows. This print serves as a testament to both cultural exchange between Britain and China and their shared passion for artistic expression through ceramics.
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