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1. Artisanal Ceramics

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   The selection and preparation of the clay body are central to the artisanal process. Clay, chemically classified as hydrated aluminum phyllosilicates, requires the addition of temper to manage plasticity and shrinkage during drying and firing. Unlike industrial production, which relies on highly processed kaolinite, artisanal traditions favor local earth sources, often incorporating ma…