The alternative name impressed ware is given by some archaeologists to define this culture because impressions can be with sharp objects other than cockle shell such as a nail or comb.
Definition of impressed decoration in ceramics.
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Pottery decoration produced by impressing a twisted cord into the surface of the soft clay.
Jomon pottery vessels are the oldest in the world and their impressed decoration which resembles rope is the origin of the word jomon meaning cord pattern.
Each type of ceramic has a unique combination of paste surface treatment and decoration that is not found in that combination on any other type steps in ceramic identification.
Also termed stamping or embossing impressing is simply the use of an object or tool pushed into the surface of a pot to leave a relief design in the clay.
The first step in identifying a pottery type should be the identification of paste type.
Impressed pottery is much more widespread than the cardial.
The jomon period c.