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Yuan Ceramics and the Continued Production of Celadon Wares

While blue and white porcelain rose to prominence, celadon wares continued to be produced during the Yuan Dynasty, though often with some modifications in style and technique from the Song Dynasty. These later examples of celadon ware demonstrate the continuing importance of this style, even with the arrival of new design trends.

Yuan Ceramics and the Continued Production of Celadon Wares

Yuan celadons are often characterized by their thicker glazes, deeper green hues, and more robust forms than their Song predecessors. The changes in form and glaze colour indicate an adaptation of previous styles.

Yuan Ceramics and the Continued Production of Celadon Wares

While the overall aesthetic became somewhat bolder, Yuan celadons often still retained the refined elegance and simplicity that had become synonymous with this type of pottery. The stylistic changes were not wholesale but instead built on previous styles and methods.

Yuan Ceramics and the Continued Production of Celadon Wares

Longquan kilns continued to produce high-quality celadons, and this kiln region continued to be a central producer of high quality celadon throughout the Yuan period.

The ongoing production of celadon wares during the Yuan Dynasty highlights the enduring appeal of this type of ceramic and its continued importance within the traditions of Chinese pottery. The continued influence of celadon production demonstrates the importance of stylistic continuity in the development of Chinese pottery.


Tag : Yuan celadon, Chinese green glaze, Longquan kilns, Song influence, ancient pottery

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