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Morphology/Dryness
Question | Answer |
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Morphology | The form and structure of a ceramic object or one of its parts. |
Neck | The (usually) narrower part that leads from the body of the vase to the mouth. |
Foot | The base or bottom of a vase that meets the floor. |
Shoulder | The part of the vase where the vessel transitions from the body to the neck |
Handle | The part of the vase used to grip; attached to an object for using or moving the object. |
Body | This is the main part of the vase. It is usually the largest part. |
Lip | The very edge of the mouth of the vase or vessel. |
Plastic | Easily workable clay |
Slip | Liquid clay |
Greenware | Bonedry; completely dry, no longer workable, no moisture left in clay |
Bisqueware | Clay that has been fired in a kiln but is still porous; clay has vitrified |
Leather Hard | Partially dry but still able to carve, attach decorative pieces, handles, etc. |
Mouth | The opening at the top of a vase. |
Flange | The part of the lid that fits into the box or pot. |