Aberiso firing ceramic vessels

The British Museum 2026 Open access

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Authors: Mauricio de Paiva, Bruno Pastre Máximo
DOI: 10.25420/britishmuseum.31676935
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Abstract

Aberiso uses a long wooden stick to remove the remaining embers of the bonfire that had covered the ceramic vessels. This careful gesture is part of the open-fire pottery process.

Fields of Study & Subjects

Crafts Textile and Design Archaeology and Rock Art Studies African history and culture studies

Publication details

Journal / source
The British Museum
Publication date
13 March 2026
Language
EN