Pottery is made of clay hardened with heat, preserving its plasticity. Clay hardens at 900°F, preventing water from returning to plastic state. Clay vitrifies at 2,900°F, forming stoneware with lower-temperature vitrifying substances. Feldspar or soapstone addition creates translucent porcelain at 2,000-2,650°F
Butter churn converts cream into butter through mechanical process. Word "butter" possibly derived from Greek "bou-tyron" meaning cow cheese. "Churn" comes from Old English "ċyrin" meaning "to churn"
Antique shops showcase objects from different eras and cultures. Istanbul's location and cultural diversity make antique shops thrive. Antique shops are remarkable due to collections and owner connections
Shadow Dragon has highest value at 154.00+ NEON and 1380.00+ MEGA. Bat Dragon follows at 125.00+ NEON and 1135.00 MEGA. Giraffe ranks third at 92.50 NEON and 815.00 MEGA. Old Exotic pets like Hedgehog and Dalmatian have highest values
Lithophane is a translucent porcelain plaque that shows images when lit from behind. Invented in France in 1820s by Baron Paul de Bourgoing. Made using wax plaque on glass backing with plaster of Paris mould. Typical length between 6-10 inches