500 figures in clayVolume 2

Part of the stunningly photographed Showcase 500 series, this is a breathtaking collection of new and emerging ceramicists' works.

People have carved figures in clay since prehistoric times, so what can artists bring to the tradition that's distinctive?

This breath-taking collection answers that question 500 ways with works by new and emerging ceramicists that chronicle the ongoing exploration of the human form.

From rustic creations to postmodern designs, from realistic to abstract, these pieces embody the diversity, imagination and excellence of today's finest ceramic art.