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Is terracotta and clay the same thing?
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No, terra-cotta and clay are not the same thing. Terra-cotta translates into baked earth and is used to refer to fired clay. Terra-cotta begins as clay but it is one that has some iron content, which reacts with oxygen and creates the reddish and orange hues that are associated with finished terra-cotta pieces. Find an assortment of terra-cotta pieces from the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
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Set of 3 Spanish Antique Terracotta Bowls
Located in Atlanta, GA
A Spanish set of three glazed terracotta bowls from the early 20th century. This collection of
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Early 20th Century Spanish Decorative Bowls
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Terracotta
Spanish Set of Two Antique Green Terracotta Bowls
Located in Atlanta, GA
A Spanish pair of glazed terracotta bowl from the early 20th century. These antique bowls from
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Early 20th Century Spanish Decorative Bowls
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Terracotta
Large Late 18th-Early 19th Century French Pottery Dough Bowl
Located in Houston, TX
versatile terracotta bowls for kitchen use starting in the 17th century. Uses included mixing, proofing
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Antique Late 18th Century French Rustic Decorative Bowls
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Terracotta
Pair of Costa Rican Terracotta Ovoid Bowls
Located in London, GB
This beautiful and highly decorative pair of Costa Rican terracotta bowls are ovoid in shape and
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Antique 15th Century and Earlier Costa Rican Ceramics
Materials
Clay
Set of Three 19th Century English Terracotta Dough Bowls
Located in Chicago, IL
A chic set of three 19th century English glazed terra-cotta dough bowls, two with unglazed
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Antique 19th Century English Country Serving Bowls
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Terracotta
Terracotta Large Bowl
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
This unglazed terracotta bowl is beautifully primitive and massive. The natural color of the
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Early 20th Century French Country Decorative Bowls
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Terracotta
