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The Production Process –
an artistic experience
The Ceramic Shop and Factory are located in one artisan complex at Ta’ Qali
Crafts Village, limits of Rabat – an established resort for the local and
tourist markets which is easily accessible through the local bus network,
whilst offering ample parking space for the motorists.
At Bristow Potteries one can see the manufacturing process of our exclusive
products made out of a variety of clays ranging from the red Terracotta to the
white Earthenware, Stoneware and Porcelain. Initially the clay is liquefied and
poured into different moulds and left to stand for a few hours after which the
solidified item is extracted from the mould.
Each item is then left to dry for some time after which extra pieces are shaven
off to ensure a smooth and even surface. Following this the item is sponged to
clean off any residue. Before firing, these items are left to dry at room
temperature during which the clay dries completely to avoid cracking during
firing.
Besides manufacturing items using moulds, at Bristow Potteries we also take
pride in unique items that are shaped by our master potters using various
methods including the potter's wheel. After the items have dried completely,
they are leaded into a kiln for about 6 hours at around 950 degrees Celsius for
the first firing. These items are then taken out of the kiln for hand painting
and glazing.
Our artists carefully and meticulously paint our items in a wide range of
colour and shades. Such items include house and street names that are painted
to our clients' specifications, mugs, pots, vases and a number of other items.
Once the items are painted, they are loaded back into the kiln at temperatures
of around 1200 degrees Celsius to register the vibrant colour and glazing
associated with the Bristow Potteries range of products.
Our finished items are resistant to temperatures as low as -50 degrees Celsius.
The final stage involves checking each item that comes out of the kiln to
ensure maximum quality and then placed in our factory retail outlet.
The Mediterranean region represents one of the birthplaces of ceramic art. This
showcase of the ceramic shop and the refreshment area displays Bristow’s
outstanding range of ceramic products housed in private homes and used in
business activities like restaurants and hotels. Tourists also flock to the
artisan resort to admire the talented artists and purchase ceramic art products
to adorn their homes or as giftware.
The company’s growth in the retail activity was marked with the opening of its
“Ceramic Art” shop at the Luxe Pavilion - the prestigious shopping destination
in Portomaso, St.Julian’s. The artistic value of the Bristow Collection blends
with the renowned top brands in designer fashion, fine jewellery, skin care
products and services, leather bags , collection of distinctive gifts creating
an extraordinary experience in high class shopping. |
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