Earthenware Production Research Articles

Salt Making and Pottery Production: Community Craft Specialization in Alburquerque, Bohol, Philippines

ABSTRACTThis ethnoarchaeological study examines contemporary salt and earthenware pottery production in Alburquerque, Bohol, Central Philippines. It highlights the intersection of these two craft industries through the use of locally made earthenware pots for salt making, serving both as brine boiling containers, as well as standard units of measurement for trade. It examines the spatial distribution of production activities and related material culture, from the procurement of resources through the stages of production, to distribution, and the resulting archaeological correlates to serve as a framework for interpreting prehistoric salt sites with pottery remains. Moreover, this research contributes to research on household-based production activities, demonstrating that households can be active and integral participants in inter-community and regional markets and long-distance exchange.

A Study on the Restoration of the Korean Peninsula’s Ancient earthenware Production Technology -Through the study of Ethnic Cases in northern Thailand-

A Study on the Restoration of the Korean Peninsula’s Ancient earthenware Production Technology -Through the study of Ethnic Cases in northern Thailand-

Review On Natural Fiber Reinforced Composites

Abstract In the course of the most recent thirty years composite materials, plastics and earthenware production have been the predominant rising materials. The volume and number of utilizations of composite materials have developed consistently, infiltrating and vanquishing new showcases perseveringly. Present day composite materials constitute a huge extent of the built materials advertise extending from regular items to refined specialty applications. While composites have effectively demonstrated their value as weight-sparing materials, the present test is to make them practical. This survey paper talk about overall audit write about characteristic strands and its applications. In this day and age, there is an expanding request towards segment materials that are solid, dependable, lightweight, what's more, with mechanical properties that are altogether superior to those of the conventional materials. In the meantime it is ideal if these materials are eco-accommodating and bio-degradable. Biocomposite material has hinted at fulfilling the majority of the above conditions. In this paper we concentrate basically on the current patterns and advancements in Biocomposites as connected to the therapeutic also, building industry, refering to a few illustrations. The nano-bio interface, idea of a green kitchen, advantages of utilizing biocomposite material, for example, concrete filaments, wood concrete strands and sisal filaments have been talked about, and their applications have been highlighted. At long last, the benefits of utilizing biocomposite material, its eco-accommodating nature and its future in the business have been shown with lucidity.

The Production Technology of Traditional Pottery Terenang in Temin Kraf

Terenang is one of the local traditional earthenware products in Peninsular Malaysia other than Labu Sayong and Mambong pottery. Terenang production activities centered in Kampung Pasir Durian and Temin Kraf in Jerantut, Pahang. Along with the modern advancement, the manufacturing of traditional pottery is also experiencing changes in terms of technology usage as demonstrated through the Labu Sayong’s production in Perak. The use of modern technology in the manufacturing process is very helpful in preserving the activity of extinction in development. However, the question is whether the Terenang pottery production activity uses the same modern technology during the distribution process. This research uses qualitative research approach that captures descriptively through observation, interview and document analysis towards the Terenang production process at Temin Kraf. The results showed that the use of modern technology in the manufacture of traditional pottery craft Terenang at Temin Kraf. This can be observed in the process of primary materials, the manufacturing process, the decor, and the combustion method. Temin Kraf’s effort in utilizing the use of modern technology is a step that brings this pottery activity to another new level that can diversify the types and designs of Terenang as well as being able to increase the distribution amount immediately. However, this study suggests the need for a proactive and drastic efforts taken by the government toensure that this legacy will continue to be preserved in order to be appreciated by future generations.

Ideal Cities - Marred Individuals: J. M. Coetzee's The Childhood of Jesus and José Saramago's A Caverna

Abstract In the final pages of J. M. Coetzee's The Childhood of Jesus and José Saramago's A Caverna, the main protagonists flee to an unknown destination from their respective “utopias.” Both allegorical novels expose the ills of two guarded and structured communities. A Caverna, a parable of Plato's cave, depicts the story of the lives of 64-year-old Algor, a third-generation earthenware potter, and his family. When Algor is no longer able to sell his earthenware products, the family is forced to reside at the Center. Coetzee's novel begins with the arrival of Simón and the child David at the Spanish-speaking city of Novilla. Simón assumes guardianship of the boy. Although the concept of “utopia” is presented differently in these two novels, the place operates in the same way; both places function through a faceless controlling bureaucratic authority, claiming that the welfare of the inhabitants is its driving force. A rebirth of the human is required for surviving in the new surroundings. In this article, I would like to compare how both authorities function under the pretext of creating the ideal world, which ultimately results in safeguarding their own interests, and consequently perpetuating the sterile and anesthetized existence of their citizens.

Suitability of soils and river deposits from Marrakech for the manufacturing of earthenware

This paper investigates the suitability of clayey materials originating from semi-arid soil and river sediments, used by potters in the Agafay region for the manufacture of ceramic products. The clay samples were subjected to particle-size analysis, X-ray diffraction and X-ray fluorescence to investigate their physical, mineralogical and chemical characteristics respectively. The physical behaviour of the intermediate products was studied at the shaping and drying stages of the ceramics manufacturing process through the Atterberg limits and the plot of the Bigot curve respectively. The final product characteristics were determined through porosity tests, flexural and compressive strengths tests. Based on results obtained, the raw materials turn out to be suitable characteristics for the manufacture of earthenware products. The application of the suggested recommendations is worthy for the improvement of the products based on such raw materials.

The Experimental of Low Temperature Color Slip for Decorative on Earthenware Body

The purpose of the study was to investigate the effects of dolomite body, frit and potassium feldspar on the properties of color slip for decorative method of color slip on earthen ware production. The characterization of raw material was analyzed by X-ray fluorescence (XRF). The experiment started with triaxial blend of dolomite body, frit and potassium feldspar in the defined ratio and then to painting of color slips on earthenware production. After that, firing specimens at 950 °C in oxidation atmosphere. Finally, the specimens were tested microstructure and physical properties. The results showed that the ratio of 50% dolomite body, 40% frit and 10% potassium feldspar were optimum properties for decorative on earthenware body. In color slip consisting of blue color added Cobalt oxide 1% ,Green colors added chromic oxide 10% , Gray color added manganese oxide 10% ,yellow color added stain 2225 10% and hazel color added ferric oxide 2 wt %.

An Elemental Approach to the Distribution of Lead-Glazed Coarse Earthenware in the Eighteenth-Century Chesapeake

AbstractUnlike many goods in the eighteenth century, which were wholly imported, utilitarian coarse earthenwares were also produced locally within the American colonies. In the Chesapeake region, it has been suggested that these local wares were primarily reserved for those unable to directly participate in the transatlantic credit economy fostered by the tobacco consignment system. Rather than relying on ambiguous visual attributes to identify these wares, this study utilized elemental analysis via LA-ICP-MS. Coarse earthenwares from domestic plantation contexts of varying social status were assigned to production zones based on shared elemental composition with a reference dataset. This reference dataset incorporated sherds from historic earthenware production sites across the mid-Atlantic and in Great Britain, representing 12 geologically distinct production zones. The results emphasize the diversity of coarse earthenware sources that Chesapeake residents accessed, both local and imported. There was a steady decrease in the use of imported wares in favor of domestically made products over time. There were no sharp differences among plantation households of different statuses, suggesting that these everyday wares were equally accessible to all, perhaps via plantation provisioning strategies. The omnipresence of local wares is evidence for the pragmatic and political strengths of local production.

Characteristics and industrial application of the Lower Cretaceous clay deposits (Bouhedma Formation), Southeast Tunisia: Potential use for the manufacturing of ceramic tiles and bricks

The assessment of the possible applications of the Lower Cretaceous clays, belonging to the Bouhedma Formation, as raw materials in ceramic applications, was performed on the basis of the mineralogical, chemical, thermal and physical properties. The characterization was carried out by Atomic Emission Spectrometry (ICP-AES), X-ray diffraction (XRD) and Thermogravimetric–Differential Thermal Analysis (TG-DTA) techniques. Physical properties were determined by specific surface area, particle size distribution, dilatometry and consistency limits. The data showed that these materials were composed of illite, kaolinite, and chlorite and mixed layered clay minerals in variable amounts. Quartz, feldspars and dolomite were also detected. The plasticity presented a medium value; suggesting that these clays are plastic. The firing shrinkage and the expansion were limited. Mixtures of clays were prepared from the Bouhedma clays, and heated to the desired temperature to obtain different earthenware products. Semi-industrial processed mini-bricks revealed promising characteristics and were visibly free of defects. Ceramic tiles had a bending strength complying with the required standards. Therefore, the technological properties of the investigated deposits make the Bouhedma clays suitable for the production of high-quality common bricks.

Late Cretaceous and Palaeocene clays of the northern Tunisia: potential use for manufacturing clay products

Late Cretaceous and Palaeocene clay deposits of the northern Tunisia were studied for potential valorization in clay product manufacturing. To achieve this goal, physicochemical characterization based on multidisciplinary approaches including mineralogy, geochemistry and thermal analyses was carried out. Clay samples collected from the Bir M’Cherga and Tajerouine study sites have undergone chemical analysis by using atomic absorption spectroscopy. The obtained results showed that the studied samples were mainly composed of silica, alumina, calcium and iron oxide. Mineralogical analysis confirmed the results of chemical analysis; it showed the main peaks of quartz, calcite, kaolinite, smectite and illite. Those clay samples were used as natural resources for manufacturing earthenware tiles. Mixtures of clays and dolomites were prepared from the Late Cretaceous and Palaeocene clays and then heated to the desired temperature to obtain different earthenware products. Finally, the prepared clay products were tested via different geotechnical analyses. It was found that the clay percentage needed to be decreased in the starting mixture to enhance the properties of the final products. Those results also indicated that industrial application of both Late Cretaceous and Palaeocene clays of the northern Tunisia could be done, especially for manufacturing clay products.

戸建住宅の組積耐力壁に用いる非焼成土ブロックの材料・調合および製造条件に関する検討

Earth materials have great possibility of saving the burden on global environment. However, the utilization ways of earth material are limited within traditional clay wall and earthenware products. This paper reported the results for the experiments that aimed to use the non-burnt earth blocks as the masonry units for the load-bearing exterior wall of small scale detached house. Magnesium oxide was used as the additives to enhance the compressive strength and water resistance based on the experiment, and then the influence of the mix proportion and manufacturing conditions assuming outdoor and handmade were investigated.

Forecasting Technique for the Production Plan of the Local Earthenware Industries of Thailand

The purpose of this work is to compare the forecasting of time series models between two different models. One is the classical model and another is the Box-Jenkins model. The data are calculated using the circulation of Angbuaand Ahongwhich are the local earthenware products from Ratchaburi province, Thailand. Results show that the mean absolute percentage error (MAPE) of Angbua and Ahong are 17.80, 36.12 and 16.38,17.21 respectively. Also,prediction using the Box-Jenkins Model by ARIMA form of both products are (1, 0, 0) and (1, 1, 1). From this work the Box-Jenkins Model shows more appropriate method than the classical model considered by the less error.

Potential of Clay Deposits in Kelantan for Ceramic Production: A Literature Analysis

Kelantan state, regarded as the cradle of Malay culture is not only known for her unique cultural heritage, but also a land blessed with both metallic and non-metallic minerals. These include enormous clay deposits discovered in six (6) districts with estimated total reserve of 29.4 million tonnes of ball clay and 51.5 million tonnes of mottled clay. Hence, this paper investigates the physiochemical and mineralogical properties of the clay deposits. This was achieved by reviewing existing literatures and reports at the Mineral and Geoscience Department, Malaysia. The properties investigated were green and fired clay colour, plasticity, green strength, dry and fired shrinkage, porosity, chemical and mineral composition. The properties of the clay revealed that they have geographical IP potential; particularly, the predominantly off-white fired colour of the ball clay at temperature range of 900-11000C can secure an identity for Kelantan ceramics in the local, national or international market. Based on these properties, the ball clay is applicable for table ware, earthenware and local tile production while the mottled clay has a potential use for vitrified clay pipe, local tile and brick production.

Examining changes in the organisation of earthenware production in a prehispanic Philippine polity using laser ablation-inductively coupled plasma-mass spectrometry

Although significant historical research has been done on traditional Southeast Asian kingdoms and chiefdoms, little archaeological work has been undertaken on changes in the economic systems of pre-colonial maritime societies in Asia, especially on the role of specialised craft production in the development of pre-modern complex societies. This project examines changes in the organisation of earthenware production in the prehispanic coastal polity of Tanjay in the Philippines (A.D. 500-1600). More than 250 earthenware pieces from six archaeological sites from the Tanjay region were analysed using laser ablation-inductively coupled plasma-mass spectrometry (LA-ICP-MS) at Chicago’s Field Museum. Ceramic samples were drawn from two residential zones in central Tanjay, an elite neighborhood and a non-elite area; two secondary settlements located several kilometers upriver; an upland, swidden farming site; and a contemporaneous, and likely competing, coastal polity 40 km down the coast from Tanjay. Initially, it was expected that changes in the pattern of earthenware production in the Tanjay region would favour one scenario or the other – either continued production at dispersed, local sites or increased specialised and centralised production. So far, however, the preliminary ceramic compositional evidence indicates that both scenarios seem to have been taking place during the centuries prior to Spanish contact. Ceramic production appears to have continued on a local level, with potters from each site making pottery to be used by nearby inhabitants, but there also is evidence that sites, such as the elite Tanjay neighborhood, began to make ceramics expressly for local consumption by elites and for foreign trade.

Inside the Pot House: Diaspora, Identity, and Locale in Barbadian Ceramics

A debate about the role of ceramics in communicating social identities among enslaved Africans has been a primary element of archaeological investigations of African diasporas. Early studies sought to identify distinct production techniques and vessel forms among low-fired earthenwares that were made on and traded between plantations and relate those to particular pottery types produced in regions of Africa impacted by the trans-Atlantic slave trade. A theoretical shift occasioned by contextual archaeologies refocuses attention on how artifacts and spaces were used by enslaved workers to forge identities through the social and labor relationships that surrounded them. This article investigates the production of earthenware on Barbados during the eighteenth century, where production techniques and vessel forms did not conform to early archaeological models of Africanisms and cultural markers. This study employs documentary evidence to explore the locales within which pottery was produced on a group of related plantations. Drawing on work by Silliman and Gosselain, this article argues that a combination of ethnic and demographic evidence from particular pottery production locations can illuminate how new African diaspora social identities were negotiated and communicated within and between enslaved communities during the working tasks of the plantations.

Earthenware production and distribution in the prehispanic Philippine polity of Tanjay: results from laser ablation-inductively coupled plasma-mass spectrometry (LA-ICP-MS)

This paper presents the results of laser ablation-inductively coupled plasma-mass spectrometry (LA-ICP-MS) analysis of low-fired earthenware from the prehispanic trading polity of Tanjay (c. A.D. 500–1600) in the central Philippines. The goal of this project was to determine whether or not the compositional analysis of ceramics could be used to examine the organization of pottery production and exchange relationships in the Bais-Tanjay region of Negros Island. Results indicate that at least five distinct groups of ceramics can be differentiated based on elemental compositions and that pottery production was both a part-time, dispersed endeavor and a full-time, likely centralized, craft. In addition, a number of compositional outliers in the ceramic dataset suggest that interregional trade took place, with pottery made outside the Bais-Tanjay region being imported, especially by upland swidden farmers.

Earthenware production and trade: Using ethnographic data and petrographic analyses to compare prehistoric and contemporary pottery traditions from the Island of Bohol, Philippines

Earthenware production and trade: Using ethnographic data and petrographic analyses to compare prehistoric and contemporary pottery traditions from the Island of Bohol, Philippines

Mineralogical evaluation and industrial applications of the Triassic clay deposits, Southern Tunisia

This study deals with the mineralogical and thermal analysis of Triassic clays in the south-Eastern Tunisia (Medenine area) in order to use them in the faience ceramic. That is why the study had recourse to several quantitative and qualitative research instruments: chemical analysis, mineralogical study, thermal analyses and analyses of geotechnical traits. The data collected from these techniques show that illite and kaolinite are the major clay phases. The accessory minerals detected in powdered rock are; quartz, dolomite and hematite. Geotechnical characterization was carried out on the three representative mixtures of Triassic clay samples. Each mixture is fired at three different temperatures 850,900 and 950 °C. Firing characteristics (shrinkage, water absorption, and mechanical resistance to the inflection) were measured and the neomineralization processes were investigated principally by X-ray diffraction. At the end of this study, one can affirm that these clays have qualities necessary for the manufacture of faience ceramic and earthenware production.

Coarse Earthenware at the Dutch Colonial Cape of Good Hope, South Africa: A History of Local Production and Typology of Products

Coarse earthenware production at the Dutch East India Company (VOC) Cape settlement began shortly after the Company established its mercantile entrepot on the shores of Table Bay in 1652. Made by European Company potters, these vessels reproduced the forms of the homeland in the raw materials of the colony. A history of VOC pottery manufacture and a typological examination of the products illustrates how the global movements of mercantile capitalism combined with the local circumstances of the Cape settlement to create a material form reminiscent of Europe, but purely colonial in the dynamics of its production and use.

The development of the Coalport Chinaworks: analysis of ceramic finds

Recent stratigraphically recorded excavations at Coalport have uncovered features and waster dumps from the early years of earthenware and porcelain manufacture. The assemblage has strong similarities with wares retrieved in the 1970s, and appears to have been made at William Reynolds’ pottery (later Reynolds, Horton & Rose) from c. 1795. The vessel types suggest that earthenware production had stopped by 1810. Most of the porcelains are known wares of Reynolds/Anstice, Horton and Rose; limited excavation further north revealed porcelain wasters produced by John Rose and partners. For a time, early porcelains are found in the same archaeological contexts as earthenwares, strongly suggesting contemporary production by the same factory. This has repercussions on the layout of the factory and the historical, archaeological and ceramic evidence is discussed. It is possible that some kilns were incorporated within buildings and were not of the hovel type. An excavated structure is interpreted as an enamelling kiln belonging to Anstice, Horton and Rose. Geochemical analysis of sherds from the Coalport factory (see Appendix), shows a progression from hard paste to bone-ash porcelains. The potential for further study of Coalport bodies and glazes is made clear.