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Types of Pottery in Archaeology
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Black-figure pottery
Originating in Ancient Greece, characterized by black figures painted against the red clay, and details incised to reveal the red surface underneath.
Terracotta
An earthenware pottery type, distinct for its orange-red color, used since ancient times for sculpture and pottery, famously seen in Chinese Terracotta Army.
Jomon Pottery
One of the earliest pottery styles from Japan, characterized by impressions from cords (Jomon) and a notable absence of symmetry or uniformity.
Minoan Pottery
Ancient Cretan pottery noted for its fine ware with intricate, colorful patterns, often depicting sea life or natural themes.
Red-figure pottery
The inverse of Black-figure, with red figures and a painted black background, allowing for more detail and complexity in the depiction of figures.
Majolica
Tin-glazed pottery that originated in the Mediterranean region, characterized by its brightly colored decoration on a white background.
Porcelain
A high-firing fine-grained ceramic that becomes translucent when held to light. Associated with East Asian, particularly Chinese, culture.
Raku
A Japanese pottery technique known for its hand-shaped rather than wheel-thrown vessels and the unique firing process involving removal from the kiln while red hot.
Slipware
Pottery decorated by applying slip (liquid clay) before firing, often creating patterns and designs. Traditional in many cultures.
Earthenware
A common form of pottery often found in archaeological sites. It is porous, usually fired at low temperatures, and has a rough texture.
Bucchero
An Etruscan pottery type known for its smooth, glossy black surface achieved through a unique reducing firing process.
Stoneware
Non-porous pottery fired at high temperatures. It is known for its sturdiness and dense, stone-like qualities.
Mayan Pottery
Mesoamerican pottery known for its range from utilitarian ware to finely decorated ceremonial pieces, often depicting myths and rituals.
Faience
A type of non-clay ceramic decorated with colorful opaque glazes that has origins in the Near East and spread to Europe.
Islamic Pottery
Diverse forms often featuring geometric and calligraphic designs, with significant innovations including the use of luster and highly decorative tiles.
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