This article explores the significant role Yuan porcelain played in international trade. It highlights its export routes, its demand in the Islamic world, and its impact as a cultural ambassador.
The merchant class played a vital role in the Qing porcelain industry, commissioning production, shaping market trends, and facilitating trade, both domestically and internationally, driving the growth and reach of the industry.
Middlemen played a crucial role in the Qing porcelain trade, connecting producers with both domestic and international consumers, and facilitating the flow of goods, capital, and cultural exchange.
Qing export porcelain reflects the influence of international trade, with patterns and forms tailored for the European market. The trade was a crucial economic engine and a conduit of cultural exchange between China and the West.