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1. Clay
Two types of clay are mixed. They are strained and left to rest to loose their humidity.
Later they are kneaded by foot and then sent to the workshop.
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2. Modeling
The pieces are shaped manually on a potters wheel or with a mold and they
are left to dry from eight to twelve weeks.
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3. First Kiln
Once dry, the pieces are baked at a temperature of 850°C (1562°F). After this process they
acquire the typical clay color which is known as "jaguete".
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4. Brushing
To remove impurities before glazing takes place, all pieces are first cleaned with air-brush or scrub.
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5. Glaze
The pieces are dipped in glaze which gives them the unique
shine and color of the authentic Talavera pottery.
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6. Decoration
The pieces are painted with special brushes made of mule hair and decorated with mineral based
paints. This allows the Talavera pottery to be exposed to the natural elements without loosing
its intense color and shine.
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7. Second Kiln
Finally, the pieces are baked again, this time at 1050°C (1922°F), to obtain the shine and color
that characterize Talavera pottery.
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