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smile even if it s porcelain

smile even if it s porcelain

If Only

If Only

Hunted by a tormented dark past, she is rejected by her partner and hurt again. She was like a walking dead, living but never enjoying life. She was drowning in darkness and pain. Suffocated as usual, she saw the alpha of the next-door race come into her life and bring light into her life. Is he her savior? With so many things unclear, one thing she did know was that her life would be turned upside down when he called her "" mate. "" Rejected she-wolf gets another alpha mate? Is it a blessing or a curse?"Since marrying Tristan Flynn three years ago, Esther White had been a dutiful wife both in bed and in life. She bore the naïve thought that she could melt Tristan's heart with her tenderness. Later on, she realized that even melting glaciers was easier than moving Tristan. During the three-year marriage, Tristan believed that he could use two words to describe his wife Esther, dull and unimpressive. Nevertheless, she dared to humiliate him in public by throwing him the divorce papers on the anniversary of the Flynn Group. He stared at Esther, who looked composed and elegant in a red dress, and narrowed his eyes. Everyone thought that Tristan and Esther wouldn't have any contact after divorce, and even Esther was no exception. Later, Tristan was to present the best screenplay award to Esther at an award ceremony. After handing Esther the trophy, the graceful, icy Tristan suddenly begged submissively in front of the crowd, "Esther, it is my fault to fail to cherish you in the past. Can you give me a second chance to win your affections?" Esther looked at Tristan with a bright, aloof smile. "Sorry, Mr. Flynn. My career is the only thing I care about at the moment." Tristan pulled Esther's hand, his eyes filling with melancholy. "Esther, I can't live without you." Esther turned around coldly and thought, "Are you kidding? Why would I date a man instead of focusing on my career? Plus, you are my ex-husband."
Urban
1666 Chs
Beast Taming: I Can Even Breed Gods and Demons

Beast Taming: I Can Even Breed Gods and Demons

Wild Savage Ape → Eight-Arms Mad Ape → Primordial Grey Ape...... After Chen Fan and tens of thousands of people had crossed over to the world of Guardian Beasts, he discovered that he could view the evolution paths and methods of evolution for the Guardian Beasts. The Guardian Beasts he cultivated could assist him in gathering void energy when they killed monsters! When the Golden Gyrfalcon kills fifteen level 12 two-headed bugs, System Energy +450 points were awarded. When the Wild Savage Ape kills eight level 11 Wind Wolves, System Energy +166 points were awarded...... Energy can be used to enhance Star Power, increase mental strength, open up meridians, and even......duplicate other Guardian Beasts’ skills! What skill has your Guardian Beast awoken after breaking through? Excuse me, I really don't care whether my Guardian Beast has awakened any skills because all of your Guardian Beasts’ skills can become my Guardian Beast’s skills. From then on, Chen Fan became insanely fond of raising beasts. ———————————— In the world of monsters...... Mountains, rivers, and plants can all transform and take shape, and even antique swords can cultivate sword spirits. Demons, monsters, giants, elves, insect races......have pushed human's living space to the limit. It was only when the Beastmasters, who could form contracts with monsters, appeared that mankind had a fresh start. Two thousand years later, Chen Fan made his appearance. He tilted his head slightly upward, speaking to his Guardian Beast...... Centuries later, if I become a legend, my tale will surely include you. Centuries later, if you become a legend, I hope that......your tale also includes me. With me in Tang Country, we are unvanquishable! With me on Blue Star, even God Demons should flee!
Eastern
1576 Chs
Damn it! Let's smash the darkness together!

Damn it! Let's smash the darkness together!

In the post-apocalyptic era, amidst the wasteland and chaos, the great path reaches the heavens. Mad Outer Gods, uncontrollable cursed cultivation methods, extraordinary martial artists facing ominous old age... Above the starry sky, deities circle, and below, ghosts roam at night! In this doomsday scenario, Xu Shu carries the "Primordial Scroll" and transmigrates. Through a simulation game, he achieves one exclusive accomplishment after another, seeking a sliver of hope for survival. The ten-day apocalypse, the Dragon King returns, resurrects his lover, and saves the world; With a passionate and generous heart, he fights and conquers while carrying the burden of a grieving father whose child was stillborn... As more and more accomplishments are achieved, he gradually lets himself go within the simulation game. Until... A true disciple of the Female Void Palace is pregnant overnight, announcing an emergency lockdown; The long-extinct master of the White Jade Capital rises from the grave, destroys enemies with a wave and proves his Dao as a Great Emperor; A shepherd boy arrives at the gates of the Holy Temple, claiming to be Ye Su; Moreover, a young man riding a cow attains enlightenment, leaving Hangu Pass and preaching with a scroll: - The human race must strengthen itself. You may admire me, but there's no need to worship me; - Together, we punish those who claim to be gods! ... Dreams reflect reality, and more and more people begin to spread his name and words across the land. Only then does Xu Shu realize that the life he simulated has far-reaching effects, like a butterfly flapping its wings! And those rampant Outer Gods finally recall the fear that once dominated them... He dies thousands of times on the path to ascension, and another night passes in the Primordial Scroll. Suddenly looking back, he has shattered both heaven and earth. "I, Xu Shu, am a crude person. My apologies, fairy!" ---
Eastern
1512 Chs
Stop it, Taoist, Your Fight almost Ruins the DAO!

Stop it, Taoist, Your Fight almost Ruins the DAO!

【Exhilarating】【New Ultimate Path Plus Points】【Dry Humor】 The world plummets; who shall uphold the heavens? Demons spawn from earth and sky, the Taoist stands valiant and resolute. I am Yi Chen, 'Chen' as in dust, styled Yi Chengzi, eighteen years old, fearful of violent evil spirits, fond of making money. With a cold heart and ruthless hands, he transmigrated to a bizarre world where goblins and malevolent spirits dwell, becoming the eldest senior brother of the Hidden Dragon Pavilion, and as his master lay dying, he entrusted Yi Chengzi with the duty to uphold the path of benevolence and righteousness, to take good care of his younger Taoist brothers; he promised he would. However, his understanding of the path of benevolence and righteousness differed slightly from that of his master. What is benevolence? Slicing evil men and ghosts in half is benevolence. What is righteousness? Smashing the heads of evil men and ghosts into their chests completes righteousness. After his master's death, unable to awaken 'spiritual essence' for cultivation, he set upon an unorthodox path of cultivation with the help of the Golden Finger. Facing the wolves eager for a fight after his master's demise, he struck with heavy fists, understanding the true essence of righteousness. Confronting the malevolent spirits that stood in his way, he naturally reformed them with the iron fists of love. He slew demons, exorcised evil, and tested his sword against various spiritual cultivators, enjoying the landscapes of the world. When he reached the summit and looked around, he was shocked to find that demons were but minor afflictions and that this land and sky were falling... A millennium-long scheme, an eternal enigma, slowly unveiled itself. Strange, it has arrived, and it does not die or perish. Witnessing this scene, Yi Chen laughed. Even the malevolent dogs passing by his Taoist abode had to endure a couple of slaps; how dare someone be so disrespectful to him? Yi Taoist stomped one foot and soared into the heavens! The onlookers exclaimed in shock, "Taoist, stop fighting, the great 'Dao' is nearly worn away!"
Eastern
1254 Chs
Jiade porcelain
The Jiade porcelain showed a very high value in the auction. For example, in the 2018 Spring Auction of China Guardian, the Qing Emperor Qianlong's imperial blue and white flower vase with the "Peach Blossom Spring" painting was sold for 50.6 million yuan; the 2018 Autumn Auction of the early Ming Jun kiln was sold for 48.875 million yuan; the 2021 Spring Auction of the Qing Emperor Qianlong Blue and White Blue Dragon Teaching Children was sold for 32.2 million yuan. On October 8,2024, China Guardian Hong Kong's autumn auction of porcelain crafts officially closed, with a total turnover of 210 million Hong Kong dollars. Among them, the collection of "Rising Dragon and Rising Clouds" sold a total of 56.41 million Hong Kong dollars, a pair of Qing Qianlong turquoise green pink peach-patterned jars sold for 25.83 million Hong Kong dollars, and another pair of Qing Qianlong blue and white red cloud dragon pen sold for 4.68 million Hong Kong dollars after 24 bids; The local and overseas private collection of "Reflecting Water and Hidden Mountains" sold a total of 30.7 million Hong Kong dollars; the permanent antique viewing session sold a total of 36.33 million Hong Kong dollars; and the two jade specials,"Huaijian Shayu" and "Xuanli Sifang" sold a total of 85.8 million Hong Kong dollars. In the "Yingshui Tibetan Mountain" special session, different porcelain also had their own transaction prices. For example, the Qing Yongzheng kiln changed glaze ribbon ear, the Qing Qianlong imitation white glaze string pattern four series, the transaction price of 2,040,000, and many other porcelain were sold or unsold. The novel " Glittering Four Seasons " is equally exciting. Everyone is welcome to click and read it!
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2026-06-28 01:09
The meaning of porcelain
The Abundance of Gold and Jade porcelain symbolized wealth and many children. In ancient times, fish were regarded as auspicious objects. The porcelain patterns related to goldfish implied that there was a lot of gold and jade, while the golden jade full house with the lotus seed vase as the shape of the Great Master implied that there were many children and many blessings. The novel " Gilded Palm " is equally exciting. Everyone is welcome to click and read it!
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2026-01-12 19:41
collectible porcelain
The following types of porcelain have collectible value: ** 1. From a historical perspective ** 1. ** Ancient Porcelain ** - Porcelains from the five famous kilns of the Song Dynasty (Ru, Guan, Ge, Jun, and Ding) had extremely high collection value. For example, Ru porcelain was rare in the world. Its craftsmanship was exquisite, its shape was beautiful, and its glaze color was unique. It was a treasure in the collection of porcelain. The Song Dynasty porcelain was at a peak in the history of ceramic development. Whether it was the design or the firing process, it had a very high level. - The official kiln porcelain of the Ming and Qing Dynasties was also highly respected. The porcelain produced by the official kiln during the Ming and Qing Dynasties had reached a very high level of craftsmanship. For example, the blue-and-white porcelain from the Yongle period of the Ming Dynasty was exquisite in texture, rich in color, and dignified in shape. The porcelain produced by the official kiln during the Kangxi, Yongzheng, and Qianlong periods of the Qing Dynasty not only had a wide variety of shapes, but also integrated various decorative techniques, such as pastel and glaze, which had extremely high artistic value and collection value. - It was also a good choice to start collecting folk kiln porcelain from the late Qing Dynasty or the early Republic of China. Although folk kiln porcelain might not be as good as official kiln porcelain in terms of craftsmanship and quality, it could also reflect the social culture and folk aesthetics at that time. Moreover, the price was more friendly to the people than official kiln porcelain, which was suitable for beginners to collect. Some well-made and distinctive folk kiln porcelain also had high collection value. ** 2. From the perspective of special types ** 1. ** Porcelain Fragment ** - Especially the remnants of the official kiln. The porcelain fragments buried at the kiln mouth, such as the fragments left after the defective products produced during the firing process of the official kiln were eliminated, although incomplete, could provide precious material information for studying the craftsmanship, body quality, glaze color, etc. of the official kiln porcelain. There were also remnants of ancient kilns found in modern infrastructure projects that were worth collecting. In addition, some of the broken pieces that were preserved by the owners because of the preciousness and beauty of the porcelain were relatively complete. They were of great help to the study of the art of painting and were also worth collecting. ** 3. From the perspective of craftsmanship ** 1. ** Porcelain with special craftsmanship ** - For example, porcelain with underglaze colors. Some modern high-quality porcelain with underglaze color technology were both beautiful and practical. From the perspective of collection, if it was an exquisite and uniquely designed underglaze color ceramic work, it might have a certain collection value over time. This was especially true for ancient porcelain that used special techniques. For example, the Jun kiln porcelain of the Song Dynasty had a unique kiln transformation process that made the surface of the porcelain appear colorful and unpredictable. This difficult to replicate process made Jun kiln porcelain attract much attention in the collection market. The novel "Shou Zang" is equally exciting. Everyone is welcome to click and read it!
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2026-01-16 12:07
antique porcelain
Antique porcelain was a kind of porcelain that was made in the later stages by imitating the famous porcelain varieties of the previous dynasty. The trend of imitating the ancients had already prevailed in the Song Dynasty. At that time, there were a large number of imitation Shang and Zhou bronzes. Some local porcelain kilns also deliberately imitated the ancients, but the scale was smaller than that of the Qing Dynasty. Antique porcelain could imitate glaze color, shape, decoration, or both. This phenomenon basically existed in the second half of the development of ancient China porcelain. It sprouted in the Song Dynasty, formed in the Yuan Dynasty, matured in the Ming Dynasty, flourished in the early Qing Dynasty, and declined in the late Qing Dynasty. In ancient China porcelain, whether it was in the folk or in the official, there were a lot of antique porcelain. It played a great role in promoting the development of porcelain in this period and occupied an important position. The novel " Shou Zang " is equally exciting. Everyone is welcome to click and read it!
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2026-01-16 18:33
Chenghua porcelain
Chenghua porcelain had the following characteristics: 1. ** Styling ** - The overall shape was solemn and round, exquisite and handsome. Most of them were small pieces, but there were exceptions. The typical shape was light and light, like the common small cups. They were light and beautiful, and the shape was relatively simple. For example, the joints of bottles, jars, pots, etc. were not obvious, the plates had collapsed bottom, and the feet of bowls and plates were straight and high. 2. ** Fetal quality ** - The fetus was pure and smooth, extremely delicate and pure. Most of the fetus was thin and light. When exposed to the light, the carcass appeared white or red, like fat or milk, lustrous and smooth. Carefully repair the tire, dig the feet neatly, the foot wall is relatively thin, the inner wall is upright, the bottom of the bowl and plate may have jumping knife marks. The matrix of Chenghua folk kiln was also thinner, the texture was white and delicate, and the degree of porcelainization was good. Compared with the folk kiln in the early Ming Dynasty, it was obviously thinner. 3. ** Glaze ** - Enamel thick, bright and clean crystal bright, fine and moist can be seen. The surface of the glaze was smooth and glossy, with a slight flash of cyan or grayish cyan, containing small and dense bubbles. Chenghua official kiln porcelain was divided into two types: glazed bottom and sand bottom. Most of them were glazed, and some of the sand bottom was brownish-yellow, commonly known as "rice paste bottom". It felt warm and smooth, without any rough feeling. The glaze of the kiln was smooth and thick. The heel of the bowl was thin and round, and the diameter of the foot became smaller. There was a faint yellow kiln red color on the heel, with more glaze. 4. ** Blue-and-White Porcelain Characteristics ** - ** Use of green material **: Some of the early official kiln porcelains continued to use Su Ma Li green material. The blue and white porcelain had a strong hair color, with shades and dark brown crystal spots. It was close to the blue and white porcelain of the late Xuande period and coexisted with most of the light colors. In the middle and late stages, it mainly used the pond green (equal green) produced in Leping County, Jiangxi Province. The color was refined and contained less impurities. The hair color was soft and elegant, and the blue flashed gray. The color was stable and calm, and it had the style of ink painting. - ** Pattern Painting **: The pattern is mostly painted with two lines, and the lines are slender. A large proportion of decorative patterns were painted with patterns. Dragon patterns were common in the blue and white porcelain of the official kiln. The mouth of the Kui dragon was upturned, holding a lotus or flower branch, and the dragon tail curled into a flower leaf shape. - ** Overall style **: Chenghua blue and white porcelain color tone is light and elegant, quiet, often because of the thick glaze, blue and white color is light and there is a phenomenon of clouds and fog barrier looming, especially the bottom of the blue and white color tone is the most prominent. 5. ** In terms of style ** - It was generally made in the Chenghua Year of the Ming Dynasty, and there were many forms of recognition. For example, the six-character double-line regular script of "Chenghua Year System of Ming Dynasty" was surrounded by double-line square columns, mostly written at the bottom of the cup, and a few plates, bowls and washing were also available;"Chenghua Year System of Ming Dynasty" six-character double-line double-circle regular script was mostly found at the bottom of plates, bowls, bottles and cans, and a small part of it was written in the heart of the bowl;"Chenghua Year System of Ming Dynasty" six-character regular script horizontal style, mostly used in the outer mouth of blue and white plates and high-foot cups; There was also a special can with the word "Heaven" written on it, without a circle frame, commonly known as" Heaven Can". The handwriting was basically the same, and there was a certain standard of writing. 6. ** Doucai Porcelain's characteristics (Chenghua innovative variety)** - The decorative lines were slender, and the double-line outline filling method was often used. The filling color was relatively light. It was only painted flat, only divided into shades and not divided into yin and yang, without any rendering contrast. When painting people's clothes, only single-color outerwear was painted, and there was no underwear as a foil. There was a saying that "a piece of clothing was made into a kiln". The novel "Gilded Palm" is equally exciting. Everyone is welcome to click and read it!
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2026-01-18 20:02
porcelain auction
The auction of porcelain involved many aspects. From the dynasty of the porcelain, there were different dynasties such as the Yuan Dynasty, Ming Dynasty, and Qing Dynasty that participated in the auction. For example, there were many types of porcelain from the Qianlong period of the Qing Dynasty that appeared in the auction, such as turquoise green land, intertwined lotus, longevity, blessing, sea house, folding basin, apple green land rolling road, pink three-star porcelain plate, red glazed jade pot, spring bottle, etc. During the auction, there were different ways to increase the price. For example, some auctions increased the price by 10,000 yuan per bid, and there were also cases where the price increase ladder was temporarily adjusted according to different items. At the same time, different porcelain items would have a range of valuation, such as Ming Zhengde Coral Red Glaze, which was estimated to be 800,000 - 1,500,000 Hong Kong dollars; Qing Qianlong Tea Glazed Melon Edge Ear Vase, which was estimated to be 500,000 - 800,000 Hong Kong dollars, etc. There were many sources of items, some from private collections, some from previous auctions, etc. Moreover, some of the items had publishing records or exhibition experience.
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2026-04-06 04:28
porcelain peony
The peony pattern on the porcelain was a classic decorative pattern. From the perspective of historical development, peony patterns gradually became popular since the Tang and Song Dynasties. During the Tang and Song Dynasties, peony patterns were widely used in porcelain decoration. Ding Kiln and Yaozhou Kiln had carved peony patterns, while Cizhou Kiln had black flowers on white ground. The decorative techniques included engraving and painting. The composition methods were suitable, symmetrical, balanced, etc. There were many forms such as folding branches, crossing branches, and winding branches. The patterns on the utensils increased in level. The decoration of Liao Dynasty porcelain was influenced by Song culture, and the peony pattern also occupied an important position. In the Liao three-colored glaze, the peony pattern mostly appeared in the form of imprinting. In the Yuan Dynasty, the porcelain peony pattern was large and plump. The blue and white peony pattern was the mainstream. The composition was full and there were many layers. It was often combined with auspicious phoenix and peacock to symbolize "wealth and good fortune" and "happiness". There were many artifacts decorated with peony patterns in the Ming Dynasty, and the styles changed in different periods. For example, the petals of peony flowers became slender and the stems were no longer thick during the Hongwu period; the style of peony flowers was more sparse during the Yongxuan period; the layers were richer in the middle period, and the color levels were rich; the layers became fewer in the later period, and the effect of blooming was obvious. In the Qing Dynasty, the decorative techniques of porcelain painting peony patterns were rich. Pink color, wide color, and multicolored became common decorative techniques. The decorative patterns were more full and realistic. Different periods also had their own styles and characteristics. For example, in the early years, the style of the late Ming Dynasty was continued. During the reign of Kangxi, the peony could be three-dimensional with multi-colored colors. During the reign of Yongzheng, the powder color could be finely painted. During the reign of Qianlong, the powder color was more mellow and mature. After the reign of Jiaqing, the precision gradually decreased. In addition, there were also peony porcelains that were created based on peony. For example, Luoyang peony porcelain was made of kaolin from western Henan. After many processes such as grinding raw materials and mixing pulp, it was carefully made. It absorbed the advantages of many traditional ceramic techniques and was completely handmade. Heze City in Shandong Province also had a unique peony porcelain production process. Peony porcelain had a variety of shapes, including nine series such as peony flower baskets and peony flower plates. There were more than a hundred specifications and a complete range of colors. The characteristics of peonies were perfectly presented on the porcelain, and it was known as the "Peony Flower that Never Fades". " Fairy Dream of Tang Shi: Fate of Peony " is equally wonderful. Everyone is welcome to click and read it!
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2026-03-14 03:50
Introduction to Porcelain
China, as one of the world's most ancient civilizations, has made a multiple of contributions for the advancement and improvement of human societies. It is fair to say that ceramics history is a very important part of China's history. The word "China" clearly shows that the country is the "home of pottery and porcelain". " <a href="/?from=ask_words" style="color:red" target="_blank">Read more exciting novels for free</a>
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2026-09-09 07:35
Introduction to Porcelain
Ceramics, which is the general term for pottery and porcelain, is also a form of Chinese arts and crafts. Dating back to the Neolithic Age, China already had the bold and simple painted pottery and black pottery. Ceramics are made from clay that is molded and then fired at high temperatures, creating a hard and durable material for various uses. One of the remarkable features of ceramics is its versatility. It can be used to make a wide range of items, from the exquisitely delicate porcelain tea sets, which are often used in traditional Chinese tea ceremonies, to the tough and practical roof tiles that protect houses from the elements. Also, it is highly customizable. The shape, size, and color of the clay can be adjusted according to different requirements. Another important aspect is its durability. Once fired, ceramics can tolerate high temperatures, moisture, and resist wear and tear well. This makes it suitable for use in diverse environments, whether it is in a busy kitchen where utensils need to withstand heat and regular use, or in industrial plants where certain components need to be both tough and chemically resistant. In conclusion, ceramics not only represent an important part of Chinese traditional art but also have practical value in various fields. <a href="/?from=ask_words" style="color:red" target="_blank">Read more exciting novels for free</a>
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2026-08-27 22:35
Smile or smile
[Blooming Smile] and [Blooming Smile] could be used. " Blooming smile " focused on describing the state of a smiling face, emphasizing that the main body of the face showed a smile, while " Blooming smile " emphasized the blooming of the smile itself, which was a more general expression. For example, some songs were titled " Blooming Smile ", while others were expressed as " The smile of a young girl, a happy smile blooming on her face ". The original work was equally exciting. You could click on the original work of " The Story of Rose " to understand the plot in advance!
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2026-09-30 23:55
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