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Record 1 1996-06-19

English

Subject field(s)
  • Clay Working Methods (Ceramics)
DEF

A machine with a revolving mould used in the making of plates and other flatware in conjunction with a profile which is borne down on the bat of clay, pressing it into the mould and cutting away excess material. The mould forms the inside of the plate and the profile cuts the outside and the footring. This method of quantity production is an old one, having been used at porcelain factories in the 18th century.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Techniques de la céramique
DEF

Tour à tournasser.

Spanish

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Record 2 1996-04-24

English

Subject field(s)
  • Clay Working Methods (Ceramics)
DEF

Raised, integral support at the base of a pot; made by turning when the piece has become leather-hard, or initially by jigger and jolley or by casting in the mould....

French

Domaine(s)
  • Techniques de la céramique

Spanish

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