A nonvitreous, porous, opaque ceramic whiteware made from milled clay, quartz,and feldspar, fired to between 950 – 1100°C. Water adsorption is variously defined as greater than 3% or greater than 5%. The material may be glazed to achieve water tightness. Earthenware is commonly used for flower pots, vases, or tile art.
Cf., ceramic, glaze, tile