Prehistoric Ceramics

Synopsis

A reconstruction of the techniques of pottery-making in the Neolithic period. Discusses choice of materials and shows shaping, methods of decoration and firing. A range of copies of original pots from different periods are shown along with the originals.

Language

English

Country

France

Medium

Film; Video; Film. 16mm. sd. col. 25 min. Videocassette. VHS. col. 25 min.

Technical information

Black-and-white / Sound

Year of production

1979

Availability

OUT OF DISTRIBUTION

Uses

Introductory prehistory to undergraduate level; extra-mural students*

Subjects

Archaeology

Keywords

Neolithic pottery; pottery

Credits

Director

Jean-Pierre Baux

Cast

G B Arnal

Distribution Formats

Type

Film

Format

16mm

Distributor

Name

French Scientific Film Library