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How are African clay pots made?
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African clay pots are made by coiling the material around a flattened base and then hand-molding it into the desired shape. Then, the piece is sun dried and fired at a low temperature. On 1stDibs, find authentic African clay pots from some of the top sellers around the world.
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
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Antique 20th Century North African Clay Pot Signed Sabiha - 2Y526
Located in Bordeaux, FR
This antique North African clay pot, signed Sabiha, is an authentic and unique piece from the 20th
Category
20th Century Antiquities
Materials
Clay
Early 20th Century African Zulu Beer Pot
Located in West Hollywood, CA
The early 20th-century South African clay beer pot from the Zulu culture is a spherical beer pot
Category
Early 20th Century South African Tribal Pottery
Materials
Ceramic, Earthenware
