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Only recently recognized for its many contributions to ceramics
found throughout the world, the Scottish pottery industry has
existed for more than two hundred years. Rather than compete with
England's famed potteries to the south, Scotland focused on the
export market, sending its colorful and decorative wares to
America, Canada, and many parts of Southeast Asia. Widely enjoyed,
these popular and affordable wares were usually not marked. Their
Scottish origin, therefore, remained largely unknown and--until
now--unappreciated. This book sets the record straight. Over 630
striking color photographs showcase the multi-hued dinnerware,
vases, plaques, figurines, and other ceramic items that can now be
rightfully attributed to the prolific Scottish potteries. Separate,
descriptive chapters feature brief histories of the most important
potteries, a discussion of the wares produced, listings of the
pottery descriptions and patterns, plus relevant readings.
Additional chapters highlight spongeware techniques, Scottish jugs,
and the "Glasgow Girls"--talented pottery painters from the late
nineteenth century. This invaluable resource also includes values
for all items, a helpful glossary, and a detailed index.
Here is a sweeping survey of the popular spongeware ceramics
produced in Scotland, England, Europe, and North America for one
hundred years, illustrated with over 975 color photographs. Often
associated with Pennsylvania German folk art, these tablewares,
serving pieces, tea sets, children's sets, and vases are decorated
in colorful patterns achieved primarily through the simple, yet
engaging, sponge-printing technique. Included are a thorough
definition of spongeware, identifications of the patterns and
potters, their marks, and a bibliography. Current market values are
provided in the captions.
Donovan Research Library and the US Armor Research Library are now
part of the Maneuver Center of Excellence Libraries Virtual Library
program. For the past few years, both libraries have processed
large parts of their historical collections of student papers, post
newspapers, documents, yearbooks, and other materials to be
digitized. The collections represent the intellectual talent of
research and education that soldiers receive from the faculty,
historians, and staff of the US Army Infantry School and US Army
Armor School and its divisions. This collection contains personal
experience papers and monographs describing combat operations,
campaigns, and battle tactics from various wars and years in US
History, including World War I, the Korean War, and Vietnam War.
Some titles in this collection include: Operations of the 108th
Infantry, 27th Division, in the British Offensive Towards Maubeuge,
Mobile Riverine Force, and The Training, Infiltration, and
Operations or a North Vietnamese Soldier. This paper is part of
this Infantry School Papers collection.
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