The Potter's Art in California: 1885 to 1955, The Oakland Museum, 1980, Near Fine softcover

Bray, Hazel V. Oakland: The Oakland Museum Art Department, 1980.

English, Near Fine, 8vo, 8 3/8" x 10 1/2", 87 pp. 

Near Fine softcover in orange wraps with a brown illustration of ceramic works to the front panel. Minor sunning to spine, light foxing to text block edges, some soiling to spine and back panel. 87 pp. Replete with black-and-white and full-color images of the work of many potters and craftsmen. This beautifully designed catalog features a Foreword by George Neubert and is divided into two parts, focusing on Art Pottery from 1885 to 1930 and Modern Studio Pottery from 1930 to 1955. Also included is a Foreword by Chief Curator of Art at the Oakland Museum, George W. Neubert, footnotes, and a Catalog to the Exhibition. Published on the occasion of the traveling exhibition of the same name, starting at the Art Special Gallery in The Oakland Museum from August 22 to October 1, 1978. Showcases the work of over 40 ceramicists, potters, and craftsmen.