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Qing Dynasty ceramics

  • Monochrome Glazes: Subtlety in Simplicity

  • Qing monochrome glazes, including copper red and celadon, showcase the technical mastery and artistic sensibility of Qing potters. These simple yet refined pieces highlight the beauty of pure form and glaze technology.

  • The Reign of Kangxi: Innovation and Grandeur

  • The Kangxi era of the Qing Dynasty was a golden age for porcelain, marked by technical innovation, vibrant enamels like famille verte, and the iconic sapphire blue underglaze. Imperial patronage led to unprecedented levels of quality and artistic expression.

  • The Impact of Yuan Dynasty Ceramics on Later Periods

  • Yuan Dynasty ceramics profoundly impacted later periods, particularly through the innovation and standardization of blue and white porcelain, the mastery of cobalt underglaze techniques, and the transmission of key decorative motifs.

  • Qianlong: Opulence and Variety

  • Qianlong porcelain (1736-1795) is known for its opulence, diversity, and technical mastery. Characterized by a vast range of colors, shapes, and decorative motifs, it represents the peak of Qing porcelain production.

  • The Majesty of the Kangxi Era

  • The Kangxi era (1661-1722) was a golden age for Chinese porcelain, marked by innovation, refined techniques, and the emergence of iconic styles like famille verte, and peachbloom glazes, and various unique forms.

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