Fujian Dehua white porcelain
Fujian Dehua white porcelain was produced in Dehua County, Quanzhou City, Fujian Province. It was the most important ceramic variety in Fujian. It had a long history of development and originated in the Tang Dynasty. During the Northern Song Dynasty, bluish-white porcelain and celadon porcelain appeared. During the Song and Yuan Dynasties, they were sold overseas through the Silk Road. In the Ming Dynasty, Dehua kiln used graded kiln, barrel-shaped sagger, etc., and many porcelain sculpture masters emerged, promoting the rapid development of porcelain sculpture art. In the Qing Dynasty, blue-and-white over glaze and multicolored over glaze were introduced. In the 17th and 18th centuries, the international market expanded to European countries. During the period of the Republic of China, there were five colors, ink color, blackening, gold color and other crafts. In terms of production methods, it mainly used direct molding, but it could also be molded after casting or rubbing. Porcelain sculptures included other arts, using traditional techniques such as kneading, molding, carving, rubbing, cutting, scraping, rubbing, and drawing. The hands, feet, beads, flowers, or tassels of the characters were all molded completely before being molded. Porcelain carving art has a wide range of materials, simple composition, smooth lines, artists are good at conceiving according to the image of the character, expressing the character characteristics. Dehua white porcelain body is fine, plastic, good light transmission. The glaze color was mostly pure white, bright and lustrous, milky white like congealed fat. Under the sun, the glaze was faintly pink or milky white, with names such as " Lard White " and " Ivory White ". Its texture was like jade, the glaze was pure white and flawless, the hand felt good, and the porcelain shape was rich. From the shape, it could be divided into rough pottery, glazed pottery, artistic pottery, purple sand pottery, according to the use, it could be divided into sculpture white porcelain, daily white porcelain. Dehua white porcelain had a high artistic value. It was not only a craft, but also a carrier of China traditional culture. Its works such as the Guanyin statue showed superb craftsmanship. In 2006, Dehua's white porcelain firing technique was included in the first batch of national intangible cultural heritage. In the same year, Dehua was listed as a national geographical indication protected product. The unique white expression of Dehua white porcelain was also an important feature. The color performance was different in different periods. It was yellow in the Ming Dynasty and green in the early Qing Dynasty. White was an important means of expression, often showing its unique charm through a large area of white space. While waiting for the TV series, you can also click on the link below to read the classic original work of "Dafeng Nightwatchman"!
Dehua White Porcelain
Dehua white porcelain came from Dehua County, Quanzhou City, Fujian Province. It was the most important ceramic variety in Fujian. It had a long history of development and originated in the Tang Dynasty. In the Northern Song Dynasty, bluish-white porcelain and celadon porcelain appeared. During the Song and Yuan Dynasties, Dehua white porcelain was sold overseas in large quantities through the Silk Road on the sea. In the Ming Dynasty, Dehua kiln began to use graded kiln, barrel-shaped sagger, etc., and many porcelain sculpture masters such as He Chaozong emerged, promoting the rapid development of porcelain sculpture art. In the Qing Dynasty, blue-and-white on glaze and multicolored on glaze were introduced. In the 17th and 18th centuries, the international market expanded to European countries. During the period of the Republic of China, there were five colors, ink color, blackening, gold color and other crafts. In terms of production methods, it mainly used direct molding, or it could be molded and then molded. Porcelain sculpture was an eclectic art form. Pushing, sculpting, carving, rubbing, cutting, scraping, rubbing, drawing, and so on were all traditional techniques. Some details of the character were molded completely before being molded. Porcelain carving art drew a wide range of materials, simple composition, smooth lines, artists are good at conceiving according to the image of the character, good at expressing the characteristics of the character. Dehua white porcelain body is fine, plastic, good light transmission. Most of the glazes were pure white. The color was smooth and bright, milky white like congealed fat. Under the sunlight, the glaze was faintly pink or milky white. There were names such as " Lard White " and " Ivory White ". The texture was congealed like jade, and the glaze was pure white and flawless. It felt good. They had a variety of shapes, which could be divided into rough pottery, glazed pottery, artistic pottery, purple sand pottery, and white porcelain for sculpture and daily use according to their uses. Dehua white porcelain was rich in artistic value and cultural content. It was not only a craft, but also a carrier of China traditional culture. From Buddha statues to the four treasures of the study, from tea sets to ornaments, it was involved. In 2006, the Dehua white porcelain firing technique was included in the first batch of national intangible cultural heritage. In the same year, Dehua white porcelain was listed as a national geographical indication protected product. While waiting for the TV series, you can also click on the link below to read the classic original work of "Dafeng Nightwatchman"!
Dehua white porcelain of Yuan Dynasty
Based on context alone Dehua white porcelain of the Yuan Dynasty was a bright pearl in the history of China porcelain. In terms of body quality, the body quality of Dehua white porcelain in Yuan Dynasty was delicate and white, and the matrix was firm. The porcelain clay had gone through many processes such as careful washing, so there were fewer impurities. It had a unique style. There were many types of common utensils, such as bowls, plates, bottles, stoves, and so on. These shapes not only inherited the traditional style, but also had a certain degree of innovation and development. The shape of some objects showed the unique aesthetic and cultural characteristics of the Yuan Dynasty. In terms of the firing process, the furnace structure and firing technology of the Dehua kiln were constantly developed and improved. The white porcelain that was fired was pure and warm, often with a hint of yellow or green in the white. This unique glaze color was like congealed fat and had an excellent texture. It was called "ivory white" or "pork white". In terms of decoration, he used a variety of decorative techniques. There were carved flower decorations with simple and smooth lines. The patterns were mostly flowers, characters, and other traditional subjects. These decorative techniques reflected the superb skills, but also reflected the cultural content and aesthetic taste of the people at that time. Dehua white porcelain of the Yuan Dynasty also occupied an important position in foreign trade. Through trade channels such as the Silk Road on the Sea, it was sold to many overseas countries and regions, making an important contribution to the cultural exchange and trade between China and foreign countries. While waiting for the TV series, you can also click on the link below to read the classic original work of "Dafeng Nightwatchman"!
Dehua white porcelain of Tang Dynasty
In the Tang Dynasty, Dehua mainly produced green glazed porcelain. The bones of the products were gray, and the glaze color was green-yellow and green-brown. The ware types included pankou pots, double-ear jars, bowls, plates, etc. Green glazed porcelain was unearthed in the north and south areas of Dehua. By the late Tang Dynasty, the porcelain industry in the area of Sibin Village, Sanban Town, Dehua had begun to take shape. In January 1995, the Yangtian Tomb Kiln in Meihu Township was discovered. It was a kiln site from the Tang Dynasty and the Five Dynasties. A batch of standard porcelain was unearthed. Dehua Kiln had already begun to produce bluish-white porcelain and white porcelain during the Tang and Song Dynasties. Since the Ming Dynasty, it had developed into one of the centers of the porcelain industry in the country and was famous for producing high-quality white porcelain. While waiting for the TV series, you can also click on the link below to read the classic original work of "Dafeng Nightwatchman"!
Ming Dynasty Dehua white porcelain
The Dehua white porcelain of the Ming Dynasty had many characteristics and achievements. In terms of kiln, Dehua kiln began to use class kiln, barrel-shaped sagger and so on. During this period, there were also many masters of porcelain sculpture art such as He Chaozong, He Chaochun, Zhang Shoushan, etc., who promoted the development of Dehua kiln porcelain sculpture art. The porcelain sculpture art of Dehua White Porcelain had a wide range of materials. The composition was simple and the lines were smooth. The porcelain sculptor was good at conceiving according to different characters and was good at expressing the characteristics of various characters. The production method mainly used direct molding, but it could also be turned into a mold and then poured into the mold or copied into the mold. The kneading, molding, carving, rubbing, cutting, scraping, rubbing, drawing, etc. of the porcelain sculpture were all traditional techniques. For example, the hands, feet, beads, flower ornaments, or tassels of the characters were molded completely before being kneaded. Dehua white porcelain of the Ming Dynasty was fine, malleable and translucent. The glaze color was mostly pure white, bright and lustrous, milky white like coagulated fat. Under the sunlight, the glaze would faintly appear pink or milky white, so it had the good names of " Lard White " and " Ivory White ". In terms of artistic value and cultural content, Dehua white porcelain of the Ming Dynasty was the carrier of China traditional culture. It existed in various forms such as Buddha statues, four treasures of the study, tea sets, ornaments, etc., reflecting the profoundness of Chinese culture. While waiting for the TV series, you can also click on the link below to read the classic original work of "Dafeng Nightwatchman"!
Ming Dynasty Dehua white porcelain vase
The Ming Dynasty Dehua white porcelain bottle had the following characteristics: - In terms of firing, it was mostly done in a separate dragon kiln. The flame atmosphere was more inclined to oxidization, and the content of iron ions in the glaze increased. The glaze color was white and yellowish, showing "ivory white" or "pig white". - The body was dense and had excellent light transmission. The body was made of porcelain clay with a high content of silicon dioxide, which contained 6% of potassium dioxide. After firing, it had more glass phase. - The glaze was one piece, the color was bright and smooth, like fat and jade, white and shiny yellow. In terms of the shape, other than bottles, there were also the most prominent figures, such as Bodhidharma, Guanyin, etc. In addition, there were furnaces, statues, pots, musical instruments, etc., which were also more famous. While waiting for the TV series, you can also click on the link below to read the classic original work of "Dafeng Nightwatchman"!
Blue and White Porcelain
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Blue and White Porcelain Vase
The blue and white porcelain vase was a traditional Chinese porcelain ware and an important symbol of Chinese culture. It was usually made of blue and white porcelain glaze and the bottle itself. It was an art form that combined painting and ceramic craftsmanship. The production of blue and white porcelain bottles had a long history. It began in the Tang Dynasty, developed in the Song Dynasty, and reached its peak in the Ming Dynasty. The production process of blue and white porcelain bottles required many steps, including material selection, washing, screening, blank making, painting, firing, and so on. The production process required the use of high-quality ceramic raw materials and the use of specific production processes and techniques to ensure the quality and beauty of the blue and white porcelain vase. The patterns and painting styles of the blue and white porcelain vase varied from traditional Chinese landscape paintings, flower and bird patterns to modern decorative and artistic styles. They were often used to decorate homes, gifts, and art displays. Apart from being a traditional porcelain ware, blue and white porcelain vases also had important cultural significance. They are considered as one of the symbols of Chinese culture, representing the ancient Chinese ceramic craftsmanship and artistic style. At the same time, blue and white porcelain vases were also regarded as a precious cultural heritage with high collection value and historical value.
White Porcelain, Heavenly Creation
There were records about white porcelain in "Heavenly Craftsmanship". For example, it mentioned that white clay (chalk) could be used to make exquisite pottery ware (white porcelain). It also recorded the situation of Dehua kiln firing white glazed ware. Dehua kiln started firing white glazed ware in the Song Dynasty. By the Ming Dynasty, it had been fired into ivory white. The porcelain was as lustrous as jade. Dehua white porcelain had the reputation of "China white". Its porcelain clay was known for its "white". The white porcelain fired did not need to be decorated with color. Just the porcelain and its shape were impressive. Moreover, the "white" of Dehua white porcelain had temperature, levels, and continuous development. There were different types of "white" in different periods. If you want to know more about the follow-up, click on the link and read it!
Blue and White Porcelain Price
The price of blue-and-white porcelain in the Yuan Dynasty varied greatly. At the Sotheby's auction in Hong Kong on October 29,2024, the Yuan Dynasty blue-and-white peony-patterned jar was sold at a high price of 27.6 million Hong Kong dollars. In the 2023 Paris Spring Auction, a Yuan blue-and-white banana leaf melon and grape-patterned flower plate was sold for 400,000 euros (2.88 million RMB). In addition, in the spring auction of 2014, a pair of blue and white vase with sea water dragon pattern was sold for 203,412,000 RMB. Its price was affected by many factors, including the appearance, rarity, and artistic value of the porcelain.
Blue and White Porcelain Auction
The blue and white porcelain of the Yuan Dynasty had attracted much attention in the auction house. In recent years, its auction price had repeatedly reached new heights. For example, in 2005, the large jar of Yuan Dynasty blue and white flower "Guigu 'zi Descends the Mountain" at Christie's in London was sold at a sky-high price of 2.3 billion yuan; in 2011, the plum vase of Yuan Dynasty blue and white flower "Xiao He Chases Han Xin under the Moon" at the auction house in Macau was sold at a price of 8.4 billion Hong Kong dollars. There were also many pieces of blue and white porcelain in Beijing Poly's auction that were sold at high prices. For example, the blue and white "Fuluwandai" big gourd vase (Alexander vase) in the spring auction of 2018 was sold for 56,810,000 yuan; the blue and white peacock peony plum vase with a lid was sold for 16,675,000 yuan; and the blue and white lotus pond fish-algae pattern bowl in the autumn art auction of 2023 was sold for 10,465,000 yuan. The high price of blue and white porcelain in the Yuan Dynasty was inseparable from its scarcity, exquisiteness, and historical and cultural value. However, there were also some uncertainties in the market of blue and white porcelain. The identification of its authenticity had always been a difficult problem. There were many fakes on the market, and the capital speculation had also pushed up the price, causing ordinary collectors to shrink back. For those who wanted to invest in the collection of blue and white porcelain, they needed to learn professional knowledge to improve their appreciation ability, choose formal trading channels, and do what they could to avoid unnecessary economic losses.