The Chinese tradition recognizes two primary categories of ceramics: high-fired (cí 瓷) and low-fired (táo 陶), [2] so doing without the intermediate category of stoneware, which in Chinese tradition is mostly grouped with (and translated as) porcelain.

Chinese pottery, objects made of clay and hardened by heat: earthenware, stoneware, and porcelain, particularly those made in China. Nowhere in the world has pottery assumed such importance as in China, and the influence of Chinese porcelain on …

Chinese Ceramics range from construction materials such as bricks and tiles to hand-built pottery vessels fired in bonfires or kilns to the sophisticated porcelain wares made for the imperial court. The first types of pottery were made about 11,000 years ago, during the Paleolithic era.

2024年7月15日 · Chinese porcelain is a fascinating subject for many travelers. Known for its beauty, craftsmanship, and history, Chinese porcelain attracts tourists from around the world. This guide will take you through the essentials of Chinese porcelain, from its origins to …

An outstanding genre of traditional Chinese handicrafts, Chinese ceramics enjoy a long history of production and a wide popularity with myriad products. Ceramic wares have been produced continuously in China till today since its invention around 20,000 years ago.

This guide provides a deep dive into the world of Chinese ceramics, exploring its history, types, notable production centers, and tips on where and how to appreciate these artifacts during your travels in China.

2014年10月18日 · Chinese ceramic ware is an art form that has been developing since the neolithic period. There are two primary categories of Chinese ceramics, low-temperature-fired pottery or táo (陶, about 950–1200 ℃) and high-temperature-fired porcelain or cí (瓷, about 1250–1400 ℃).

Within this gallery of almost 1,700 objects are examples of the finest Chinese ceramics in the world, dating from the third to the 20th century. Some are unique creations, while others were mass-produced in batches of several hundred at a time.

Chinese porcelain is one of the most unique products of the history of Chinese culture. Unlike porcelain equipment, tools, and ornaments we see in western countries, Chinese porcelains have unique translucency and luster, giving the Chinese earthenware rather unique characteristics and popularity over those from other countries.

2024年12月26日 · In the ancient and magical land of the East, Chinese ceramics have journeyed through time for thousands of years, showcasing their unique artistic charm and profound historical and cultural heritage.