Clay : The clay is composed of roughly 50% kaolin, 25% quartz
and 25% feldspath. An original mold is used to produce
plaster molds.

Molding : The process varies
depending on the type of object to be created. The "calibrage"
is a technique used for round objects (plates, platters).
A semi-soft disk of clay is placed on a mold which is
in turn placed on a wheel where it is spun.
Pouring : This technique
is used for hollow objects such as vases or teapots.
Liquid clay, or slip, is poured into a hollow plaster
mold. The texture of the plaster allows the clay to
fix on the walls of the mold. After drying, the mold
is removed.
Pressing : A dry
clay is injected under pressure into the mold
Firing : After drying
and finishing, the object is first fired at 980°
to eliminate any water. This phase is called the bisque
firing. Next the object is dipped in a liquid glaze
bath. The piece is then fired a second time at 1400°,
causing it to shrink by about 15%. At the end of this
process, the final product is white, translucid, waterproof
and produces a characteristic high-pitched tone when
tapped.
Decoration : Although porcelain
can be decorated in many ways, Laure Selignac has chosen
to practice only the purest and most traditional method:
hand painting.
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