Shisui Kiln Introduction
Seushui Kiln is renowned for its brick-built wood-fired kiln and the rare high-quality white clay known as "Bai Xian Tu," which is particularly suitable for pottery making. In the early days, there was a "Hui Zai Kiln" that produced everyday pottery, but it ceased operations with the advent of plastic products. After the 921 earthquake, residents, with the assistance of the National Taiwan Craft Research and Development Institute, established a community pottery class and rebuilt the "Seushui Kiln." Although it has not fully regained the scale of the former "Hui Zai Kiln," "Seushui Kiln" has become a popular recreational spot for many pottery enthusiasts. The pottery produced at Seushui Kiln is entirely unglazed. Due to the lack of glaze, the pottery is adorned by the oxidation ash generated from burning firewood, resulting in a unique and varied appearance for each piece; therefore, every finished product is one-of-a-kind and highly distinctive. In addition to the aesthetic charm of the wood-fired kiln's ash deposits, the high-quality clay also gives the finished pieces a rich variation in color that is comparable to glazed pottery. Visitors can enjoy the fun of DIY pottery in the charming and historic pottery studio, creating their own unique pottery art.
