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Pottery is an art form, made out of clay, which is manipulated into various shapes, and then fired in an oven to harden and strengthen. This art form dates back to early man, when clay was used to create vessels to hold food and water. Over the years, pottery has been developed into more and more varied objects.
Pottery Bali takes many different forms, from table settings, bathroom amenities and decorative works of art. The rich soil found on the island, combined with the artistic talents of the local people is an ideal combination for creating wonderful pieces of pottery art.
Terracotta pottery is particularly popular, and it can be found designed with various primitive and contemporary patterns. You can find various pottery glazes and colors, and there are even places where you can go and create your own pottery in Bali! This is a great way to explore your own artistry and bring home an original work of art of Bali.
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History of pottery Bali
There is a small village located between Denpasar and Tabanan, in Southern Bali, called Pejaten village that is world famous for its excellent pottery Bali products. Every home in this village has a small scale pottery production, which sustains the family unit. Balinese families work together using age old pottery methods such as slow hand wheels and rice straw fires.
Traditionally, the Balinese people used large terracotta pots to store water, but over the years, other options have become available, and less households use these traditional styles. When the demand for ceramic household products declined in the 1970’s, this village turned their skills to producing ceramic roof tiles.
With the influx of tourism into Bali, there was an increased demand for roof tiles, and this village has been able to supply this demand with great quality terracotta tiles. A visit to this village is a fascinating experience, to see firsthand how the pottery Bali is made.
Types of pottery Bali
There are many different types of pottery Bali available for use around the house. There are beautiful pottery plates, bowls and salt and pepper containers that can be bought in sets, or mixed and matched to your style. Various pottery techniques are used to make interesting textures. There are pottery pieces made with a hammered texture, or others that are hand carved with intricate designs.
Various methods are used to decorate the pottery in Bali, from glazes, paints and there are even pots covered with batik cloth. You can find some great lamps and lampshades fashioned out of pottery, combined with brass fittings. There are also various pottery statues in Bali that add aesthetic value to a garden or hallway.
You can find some very stylish pottery teapots with matching cups and saucers decorated in vibrant colors and finished with an elegant glaze. These bring a Balinese style to your tea party, and are particularly popular as gifts.
You can check out all of the different types of Handicraft Products we Sell, such as mirrors, wind chimes, statutes, masks, boxes etc and the different materials used, such as pottery, wood, shell craft etc by clicking on our Handicrafts Catalog link on the side bar.
How to care for your pottery Bali
The pottery from Bali is created on a low fire, with a maximum temperature of 650 degrees Celsius. This means that the pottery is very porous and fragile. However, with careful handling these beautiful pieces will last for years.
Terracotta pots from Bali that are being used for decorative purposes need to be kept in dry conditions. Too much exposure to dampness can lead to cracking as well as fading of the colors and patterns. There are moisture sealants available which help protect the surface.
Pottery should be cleaned with washing detergent and left to dry thoroughly before being stored. Dusting with a feather duster will keep the pieces clean and looking their best.
All glazes used in making Balinese pottery is lead free so you do not need to worry about any harmful chemicals. These glazes seal in the color and help keep the pottery pieces looking good for years to come.
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