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Published:31/07/2026Language:EnglishPages:81, Illustrated throughout in black & white.BAR Number: S3279Series: BAR International Series
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Sketching Sherds

A comic handbook for pottery drawing and typology

Written by Agostino Sotgia

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ISBN: 9781407364834
BAR: S3279
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Description

This book is an innovative guide to the fundamentals of archaeological pottery drawing and typological analysis through the language of comics. Combining practical instruction with visual storytelling, the author leads you step-by-step through the methods used to observe, record, illustrate, classify, and interpret ceramic artefacts. From the basics of profile drawing and vessel reconstruction to the principles of typological classification, each topic is explained through engaging narratives and accessible illustrations.

By blending archaeological practice with graphic storytelling, the author’s fresh approach demystifies what can at first seem a daunting technical task. Follow these steps and you will be illustrating your pottery finds in no time!

About the Author

Agostino Sotgia holds a PhD (cum laude) in Archaeology and a diploma in Illustration from the Scuola Romana dei Fumetti. He studies the past and occasionally draws it.

Reviews

‘Having taught pottery illustration to students for over 20 years, I wish this book had been available as reference to use before now. The style of the book makes the topic more accessible than ever before.’ Mark Hoyle, Archaeological Illustrator

‘This format makes archaeological drawing easier and more approachable, but still explains why it matters for understanding and interpretation. I will definitely recommend it to my archaeology mates as it’s probably one of the few technical books students would actually read cover to cover and easily enjoy.’ William Whetter, undergraduate student, School of History, Classics and Archaeology, The University of Edinburgh

‘I will be happy to recommend this book to the students and delegates on my artefact illustration training courses.’ David Budge, Mercian Archaeological Services CIC

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