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Incredible Art Department

The Incredible Art Department: Art Periods and Styles

For Students 9th - 10th
A large collection of resource links here for a wide range of art periods and styles from ancient times to the modern day.
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Japanese Ministry of Foreign Affairs

Web Japan: Overview of Ceramics

For Students 9th - 10th
This site gives an overview of ceramics in Japan. Explaining the history of ceramic production dating as far back as 10,000 B.C.
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J. Paul Getty Trust

J. Paul Getty Museum: Colors of Clay in Athenian Vases

For Students 9th - 10th
An examination of unique ceramics made by the ancient Greeks. Be sure to watch the video of how an ancient Athenian cup is made.
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Ducksters

Ducksters: Maya Civilization for Kids: Art and Crafts

For Students 3rd - 8th
Kids learn about the art and crafts from the Maya civilization including sculpture, carving, painting, and ceramic on this website.
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Other

Asiaart: Japanese Ceramics

For Students 9th - 10th
At this page from Asiaart, 5/6 of the way down is a description of Otagaki Rengetsu's work.
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The Nelson Atkins Museum of Art

For Students 9th - 10th
Located in Kansas City, MO. A general art museum comprising objects from ancient times to the present, and all cultures, with special emphasis on Chinese art and English ceramics from the 17th century.
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Other

Pbs Teachers: Harding Black (Master Potter): An American Treasure

For Students 3rd - 8th
Search a collection of lesson plans, written by Texas art educators, about San Antonio-based potter Harding Black. Each lesson corresponds to a video clip from a feature-length program about the artist. Topics covered include balance and...
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Spode Exhibition Online | Spode Timeline 1733 1833

For Students 9th - 10th
History, business, and pottery detailed in this Spode exhibit.