Seattle, WA., October 1, 2000 -- INTRODUCING CHAMPA CERAMICS

Two new lines of high-fired pottery are being introduced by Champa Ceramics, a firm recently formed in Seattle, WA. Champa Ceramics offers a brown Rustic line and a series of Glazed styles in colors including black, maroon, indigo, moss and taupe.

With offices and warehouse in Seattle, WA, the firm is able to receive ceramics from Asia and distribute nationally. Champa Ceramics' staff in Vietnam orders and hand selects the finest pieces for exterior and interior applications. The in-country staff affords Champa the capability to customize orders for its customers, including specifying the color of glaze prior to firing in the kiln. For Champa's customers this means quick response and an ability to bring the right product to market.

Formed by hand using ancient techniques of pottery making, and high-fired in wood burning kilns, the production processes impart an individuality of form, color and texture. Consequently, like a snowflake or human face no two items will be exactly alike. The kilns reach temperatures of 2300 degrees F, fusing the clay and forming a non-porous surface. This pottery does not absorb water and therefore will not crack if left outside in the winter.

Champa Ceramics specializes in large sizes. With dimensions up to 41" in height and 39" in diameter these urns are some of the largest available. The pottery can be used either indoors or outdoors and are virtually maintenance free.

The firm's name is derived from the Kingdom of Champa, one of the major civilizations that thrived in Southeast Asia from the 2nd to the 14th Century. The Chams created some of the finest architecture and art in their time. Today, red brick temples and stone sculpture, created by the Chams, remain in Vietnam as a tribute to their creativity and engineering.

Champa Ceramics combines the spirit of the Cham's civilization with the craftsmanship of contemporary Vietnamese potters to provide the highest quality handmade stoneware available. Champa Ceramics' customers include landscape designers, interiorscapers and interior decorators.

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