Slipware from Tykocin Castle (Poland) from the 16th–18th Century

Abstract

The main goal of this article is to analyse post-medieval slipware found during archaeological excavations in Tykocin Castle and to describe its distinguishing features: decorative characteristics and forms. Further considerations are aimed at reconstructing the functions of the Tykocin slipware vessels in the castle household throughout the 16th to 18th centuries and attempting to determine their provenance. The analysis is preceded by the list of terminological problems pertaining to this pottery group in the Polish literature as well as elementary information on its production centres in Poland against the European background.

Keywords

• slipware
• slip-decorated earthenware
• lead-glazed redware
• post-medieval pottery
• semi-majolica
• Tykocin Castle