Fig.2 (IMAGE) Kanazawa University Caption Shaping stage in production process of tile end. The shaping stage in tile-end production process is most likely to have followed this sequence: 1. Design; 2. Making first-level mold; 3. Making ceramic second-level mold; 4. Making tile end. The use of two different levels of mold enabled artisans to produce the needed numbers over a relatively short period of time. Credit Kanazawa University Usage Restrictions The image may only be used with appropriate caption and credit. License Licensed content Disclaimer: AAAS and EurekAlert! are not responsible for the accuracy of news releases posted to EurekAlert! by contributing institutions or for the use of any information through the EurekAlert system.