Treasures of Ancient Chinese Ceramics

Author: Zhang Haiguo
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Publish Date: 2002-09-01
Features: This book compiles 75 photographs of ceramic pieces from the Neolithic Age to the modern era. From the "Jian Peak Green" of Yue ware to the internationally renowned Yuan and Ming blue-and-white porcelain, from the rugged and thickly painted pottery to the exquisite Ming and Qing Jingdezhen colored porcelain, all are included. Each piece is accompanied by a short essay that provides in-depth analysis, consideration, and research on aspects such as kiln origins, body materials, glazes, decorations, and shapes, undoubtedly serving as a guiding role for people to understand and appreciate Chinese ancient ceramics. Chinese ceramics have a long history, and ceramic art holds an important position in the cultural history of our country. In the past decade, the enthusiasm for collecting ancient ceramics has been constantly rising. At international auction markets, a Tang Dynasty tri-colored pottery horse sold for 495.5 million Hong Kong dollars, becoming the most expensive piece of ancient Chinese ceramic art in the world; a Qing Yongzheng-era pink-and-white bat and peach olive bottle set a world auction record for Qing Dynasty porcelain, selling for 41.5 million Hong Kong dollars, attracting widespread attention. This book perfectly connects ancient ceramics and modern ceramics, ceramic artists, collectors, and the market, providing a bridge that integrates appreciation and collection.