Technique
Schmidt used a technique called tube-lining. In this a thick slip is applied via a pastry bag. He then constructed plaster of Paris molds on which the designs were worked out and allowed to dry. These were then gently removed from the molds, attached to the main body of the ware with fresh slip before further painted decoration, glazing and firing took place.
Lotus Ware was produced in just three colors: pure white, celadon and a deep shade of olive green. In addition to the three-dimensional hand-applied decoration, many pieces were hand-painted. All Lotus Ware pieces bore classical names such as Syrian, Thebian and Grecian. This appears to have been an attempt to promote an image of classic, high-quality ware.
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