Tin-glazing

Tin-glazing is a ceramic finishing process where a glassy, white, opaque coating containing tin oxide is applied to the surface of pottery or tiles before firing. This layer creates a bright, smooth, and glossy surface that enhances the underlying designs or colors, making them stand out vividly. The process allows for detailed painted or glazed decorations, which are protected and stabilized by the tin glaze. Historically, tin-glazed ware was highly valued for its decorative appeal and was used widely in Europe during the Renaissance, as seen in famous Dutch and Italian ceramics.