Blue-and-white

The history of making blue-and-white (qinghua) porcelain in China can be traced to the Tang Dynasty (618-907). However, it is those produced in the Yuan Dynasty (1271-1368) that are highly regarded for their fine technique and design, and have become popular among collectors.

Liaoning Provincial Museum is showing 10 Yuan blue-and-white porcelains in its collection and from the city museum of Fuxin, along with photos, images and other documents investigating the birth, firing, selling and use of the type.

Through these beautiful vessels, one can also have a glimpse of the manufacturing, commodities, social life and aesthetic values at the time. Four objects on show have been newly added to the assemblage of the museum this year, including a jar, two high-foot cups and one bowl. A touch screen at the long-term exhibition will allow visitors to pinpoint major excavation sites of Yuan porcelain across the country and the routes along which they were transported across the world, along the ancient Silk Road and Maritime Silk Road.

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