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FrançaisDuring the Neolithic period, ceramics were used to produce dishes, utensils, containers, and tiles. During the Bronze Age, clay-based pottery became widely used as art objects. These objects were often the last evidence left by cultures that were no longer around.
Ceramics have a long history in almost every developed culture. They are commonly found in archaeological sites. They have been used to manufacture medical equipment and transportation.
Ceramics are made of clay, a non-metallic substance. They have high chemical resistance and low thermal conductivity. They can be fired at high temperatures, which make permanent changes to the material. They can be decorated before or after firing.
The oldest ceramics are believed to date back to 28,000 BCE. They were made of animal fat, clay, or bone ash. They were fired in rudimentary kilns that were dug into the ground. They were often painted with simple geometric motifs.
The ceramics industry has undergone a dramatic transformation. New products are developed to take advantage of the unique properties of the material.
In the United States, the ceramic arts department is found at numerous colleges. Ceramics art can include figurines, tiles, or artistic pottery. There is also a strong tradition of studio artists.
A large number of fine art museums have ceramics in their permanent collections. The Freer Gallery of Art in Washington DC, for example, has thousands of pieces on display. The Metropolitan Museum of Art has a number of pieces as well.
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