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terra-cotta

NOUN
baked earth
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Originally designed to evoke a classic Greek column, the structure's limestone, brick and terra-cotta exterior features ornamentation including lion heads, wreaths, eagles, and faces.

From BBC Jul. 26, 2026

Hansen chose patterned terra-cotta tile from Foothill Tile & Stone Co. in Pasadena for the walls, and just outside, she used wallpaper from House of Hackney with mythical animals.

From Los Angeles Times Apr. 29, 2026

In the living room of the same house, Honey used a shaggy circular rug to define a seating area on more terra-cotta tile flooring.

From Seattle Times Mar. 8, 2024

In addition: Formal gathering rooms, three-story round tower, exterior embellished with terra-cotta tiles, formal porches, mature trees, patio and traditional landscaping.

From Washington Times Apr. 20, 2023

I squint into the light, holding back a gasp as I take in the majestic onion-shaped domes and mustard and terra-cotta walls that connect four minarets, each topped with bright tiles.

From "Amina's Song" by Hena Khan




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