Question

$\textit{No technique emerges in a day. In any craft a techniqueis sharpened over centuries. }$ What do you think were the various stages that pottery-making went
through that led to the use of the wheel in pottery? Describe in detail.

Answer 1

The clay must be prepared before being shaped.

Explanation:

• Before taking clay to wheel kneading is done to ensure the moisture content throughout the clay.
• Air that is in the clay today needs to get out so we knead the clay, this process is known as de-airing.
• This can be done by a machine known as a vacuum pug or can be manually done by wedging.
• It can also help in the evening the moisture content of the clay.