Stage 6 Rigab
Pic 36. Further clay is added to increase the size of the
vessel and the rim is formed.
Pic 38. The zeers are assembled in the kiln ready for
burning. The kiln fuel is wood which is lit under the zeers,
see picture 39 for kiln.
Pic 37. The completed zeer pots are stored indoors for one
day to dry slowly to prevent shrinkage after that they are
left in the sun for a further day.
Pic 39. The burnt zeers are complete; the kiln can be seen
in the background.
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