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What is pit firing?

Firing pots in a hole in the ground.

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Why: Pit firing uses a hole in the ground covered with fuel. It is one of the earliest firing methods.

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Answer: Firing pots in a hole in the ground. Pit firing uses a hole in the ground covered with fuel. It is one of the earliest firing methods.

  1. Pottery en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pottery
    The earliest method for firing pottery wares was the use of bonfires pit-fired pottery.
    Checked 2026-11-07.

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