Pottery and Porcelain: From the Early Times to the Philadelphia Exposition of 1876, by Charles Willis Elliott, is a detailed study of the history and development of pottery and porcelain up to the middle of the 19th century. The author describes in detail various techniques of making pottery and porcelain, tells about the influence of different cultures on the development of this branch of art. The book also reveals the historical context and important events that influenced the development of pottery before the 1876 Philadelphia Exposition. Readers will have the opportunity to learn more about exceptional examples of pottery and porcelain of the period, as well as gain a unique insight into this fascinating field of art.