GREENWARE Meaning and
Definition
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Greenware refers to a stage in ceramic pottery production where the clay object has been shaped but has not yet undergone the firing process. It specifically refers to raw, unfired clay pottery that is typically still soft and vulnerable to damage. During this stage, the clay is commonly referred to as "green" due to its moisture content and pliability, resembling the color of fresh plants or leaves.
Greenware is created through various pottery techniques, including handbuilding, wheel throwing, or mold sculpting. Once the preferred shape is achieved, the greenware item may undergo additional processes such as etching, carving, or glazing before it is fired in a kiln at high temperatures. Greenware is fragile and must be handled with care to avoid deformation or breakage.
The firing process transforms the greenware into bisqueware, which is the stage before the final firing. Bisqueware is more durable and can be handled more easily, making it suitable for further decoration, glazing, or final firing.
Greenware serves as a foundational stage in pottery making, allowing artists and craftspeople to mold and shape their clay creations. Its delicate nature requires careful handling and storage until it is either fired or prepared for subsequent finishing processes.
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Etymology of GREENWARE
The word "greenware" is derived from the combination of two words: "green" and "ware".
The term "green" comes from the Old English word "grene", which originally referred to the color between blue and yellow in the visible spectrum. Over time, "green" has also come to symbolize growth, freshness, and the environment.
The word "ware" is derived from the Old English word "waer", which means "an article for sale" or "commodity". "Ware" is commonly used to refer to any type of manufactured or produced goods, particularly those used in a specific industry or trade.
Thus, when combined, "greenware" refers to a specific stage or state of pottery or ceramics. Greenware represents the unfired clay objects or pottery items that have been formed but have not yet gone through the firing process.
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