Document Type
Thesis
Date of Degree Completion
Summer 1970
Degree Name
Master of Arts (MA)
Department
Fine Arts
Committee Chair
Richard R. Fairbanks
Second Committee Member
B. Stephen Bayless
Third Committee Member
Christos J. Papadopoulos
Abstract
It is the purpose of this study to explore the process of salt-glazing and to develop a representative range of colored salt glazes by the application of soluble and insoluble metallic salts to the surface of the clay bodies. Varying percentages of clay forming constituents and metallic salts were tested to determine their effects on the range and characteristics of the colors obtained, and the ability of the clay body to take a salt-glaze. Firing techniques, kiln atmosphere control, and salting procedures were studied to determine their effects on the color of both clay and glaze, the ability of the clay body to take a glaze, and the development of orange-peel texture.
Recommended Citation
Thornsbury, James A., "Experiments in the Decorative Process of Salt-Glazing" (1970). All Master's Theses. 1524.
https://digitalcommons.cwu.edu/etd/1524