in an era long gone, artisans of pottery would often forgo the use of abundant materials in favor of those kept under wraps, secrets passed through memos in the guilds. these memos, chronicling techniques from earlier ages, enabled craftsmen to reinitiate lost methods of glazing and firing, breathing new life into the art form while preserving the sanctity of their ancestral legacy. this revival of ancient practices marked a positive turning point in pottery, encapsulating a blend of tradition and innovation.