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faience

 

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Noun faience has 1 sense
  1. faience - glazed earthenware decorated with opaque colors
    --1 is a kind of
    earthenware

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Faience

Definition:

Faience is a type of pottery that is made from ground quartz mixed with clay and glazed. It is known for its colorful and decorative appearance.

Senses:

  • Noun: A type of glazed pottery.

  • Noun: The method or technique of making this pottery.

  • Noun: A ceramic material resembling faience.

Usages:

  1. Popular Usage: Faience is commonly used to create decorative objects such as vases, tiles, and figurines.
  2. Local Usage: In certain regions, faience is also used for architectural elements such as tilework and in the creation of intricate mosaics.

Sample Sentences:

Noun (Pottery):

  1. The museum displayed a stunning collection of faience pottery from various historical eras.
  2. She inherited an exquisite faience vase adorned with intricate patterns and vibrant colors.
  3. Collectors often seek rare faience tiles to add a touch of elegance to their homes.

Noun (Technique):

  1. The ancient Egyptians were masters of the faience technique.
  2. Many artisans today try to replicate the traditional faience technique to create beautiful pieces of pottery.
  3. Learning the faience technique requires patience and attention to detail.

Noun (Ceramic Material):

  1. She carefully studied the composition of faience, a ceramic material commonly used in ancient civilizations.
  2. The artist experimented with different materials to achieve the look and feel of faience without traditional glazing.
  3. The exhibition showcased artworks created using faience-like materials, demonstrating the versatility of the clay mixture.

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