The potters of Corund

Pottery in Harghita County

In Harghita County, in Corund, hundreds of potters live who have the gift of transforming a piece of clay into a unique object. The craft here has been passed down from generation to generation.

The Crafting Technique

The technique used is as follows:

• The clay is kneaded well with a little water and cleaned of impurities.
• It is then cut into strips and shaped on the potter's wheel until it takes the desired form.
• After a few days, it is placed in the oven.

Before firing in the oven, the vessels will be decorated by artisans using special paint prepared by them, in traditional colors: blue, black, yellow, brown, and green. A product is processed for up to 150 hours to be completed.

Pottery in Corund

The pots crafted by artisans in Corund are unique in the world. The secrets of pottery in Corund are known only to the local craftsmen. One of the secrets is family collaboration.

Historical Background

• Around the year 1300, the first vessels appeared, and since then they have spread across the globe.
• The pieces belonging to Corund pottery feature characteristic floral designs of the Székely Land.
• Corund is the capital of pottery in Transylvania.

To view or purchase various ceramic products, you can access the official site here: the potters from Corund.