Pottery is an ancient art form that has been practiced for centuries. It involves the shaping of clay into objects such as vessels, sculptures, and figurines. The term pottery encompasses a variety of materials, including PORCELAIN (9 letters), CERAMICS (8 letters), WARE (4 letters), EARTHENWARE (11 letters), DELFT (5 letters), CLAYWARE (8 letters), and stoneware (9 letters). PORCELAIN is a type of ceramic material made from a combination of clay and other minerals, fired at high temperatures to create a hard, translucent material. CERAMICS are a type of pottery made from clay and other minerals, fired at lower temperatures than PORCELAIN. WARE is a general term for any type of pottery, including both PORCELAIN and CERAMICS. EARTHENWARE is a type of pottery made from clay and other minerals, fired at lower temperatures than PORCELAIN and CERAMICS. DELFT is a type of pottery made in the Netherlands, typically decorated with blue and white designs. CLAYWARE is a type of pottery made from clay and other minerals, fired at lower temperatures than PORCELAIN and CERAMICS. Stoneware is a type of pottery made from clay and other minerals, fired at higher temperatures than EARTHENWARE and CLAYWARE.