Chinese Qing dynasty imperial porcelain Court collection

Author: Nanjing Museum
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Publishing Date: 2005-04-01
Features: Ancient Chinese porcelain has been renowned worldwide since the Yuan Dynasty, becoming a treasured collection sought after by major museums and private collectors both at home and abroad. The over 100 types of glazes of Qing Dynasty imperial porcelain exhibit a dazzling array of colors, with countless forms and designs, making it an extraordinary gem in the treasure trove of human art. Although the number of imperial porcelain pieces from the Qing Dynasty is substantial, to date, apart from the collections of the Qing imperial court, the rest are scattered across the world, and no comprehensive overview is known. Nanjing Museum, originally a central museum established after the fall of the Qing Dynasty, inherited the imperial court's collections. From the over 200,000 imperial porcelain pieces in the court's collection, they systematically selected more than 400 typical items and meticulously compiled this album. Over 1,000 full-color photographs of actual pieces are arranged chronologically, showcasing the perfect combination of decoration and form in imperial porcelain, comprehensively presenting the pinnacle of the development and innovation of glazes in Chinese porcelain. The authoritative appraisals and critiques by experts, spanning hundreds of thousands of words, provide an insightful interpretation of the artistic techniques of Chinese porcelain at its peak. This is an authoritative reference book for appreciating Qing Dynasty imperial porcelain, guiding the collection of ancient Chinese porcelain, and inspiring the creation of traditional Chinese art crafts. It is also a densely packed, large-scale reference book with strong retrieval and practical functions.