terra-cotta
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They came in a small range of colors: sand, terra cotta, chestnut.
From Slate • Oct. 20, 2024
It is noted for the green terra cotta tiles on its tower that typically are illuminated gold at night.
From Seattle Times • Jun. 13, 2023
While almost any type of container can be used to grow your plants, some common ones include plastic, ceramic or terra cotta pots or fabric grow bags.
From Salon • Mar. 20, 2023
They were initially carved out of wood; by the mid-19th century, they were cast in terra cotta and porcelain.
From Washington Post • Mar. 16, 2023
Male and female Idols in red terra cotta.
From American Antiquities Auction Catalogue, January 8, 1898 by Norman, Wm. B.
