Pottery or ceramic ware made to resemble or contain basalt; typically a dense, dark stoneware inspired by basaltic rock.
From 'basalt' plus 'ware' (meaning goods or merchandise, especially pottery). Basaltware became popular in England during the late 18th century as potters created affordable alternatives to expensive stone vessels.
Wedgwood ceramics made famous 'basaltware'—dark pottery that looked like stone—allowing Victorian families to own something that appeared valuable and elegant without paying a fortune.
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