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Burnishing Versus Smoothing in Ceramic Surface Finishing: A SEM Study

Archaeometry, ISSN: 1475-4754, Vol: 57, Issue: 1, Page: 18-26
2015
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  • Citations
    19
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      19
  • Captures
    46
  • Social Media
    19
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      19
      • Facebook
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Article Description

From the Neolithic up to the present, people have used various methods to improve the surface of ceramic objects. In this study, we look specifically at smoothing and pattern burnishing of ceramics produced today by traditional methods. Optical microscopy and SEM show specific surface changes. Smoothing results in an irregular surface, which causes diffused reflection of light. Burnishing produces an even and compact surface, which causes specular reflection and lustre. The results can be used to infer methods of surface treatment employed by ancient peoples as well as to help identify the presence of ceramics production centres at archaeological sites. Copyright

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