Identification of Authenticity in Ming and Qing Dynasty Chinese Porcelain

Author: Ye Peilan
Publisher: Elephant Publishing House
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Features: Authentic Identification of Ming and Qing Dynasty Porcelain presents a comprehensive and detailed introduction to the production of various porcelain pieces from the Ming and Qing dynasties, categorized into three main types: blue-and-white, painted, and colored glaze porcelain. Using a combination of text and illustrations, the book systematically covers aspects such as social background, typical pieces, value assessment, shapes, body and glaze, painting, patterns, and inscriptions. With concise yet insightful descriptions totaling 300,000 words and 1,500 exquisite images, this book holds both academic and aesthetic value.
Authored and edited by Ye Peilan, a renowned ceramic expert and researcher at the Palace Museum in Beijing, the book employs clear and engaging language to explore the production of Ming and Qing porcelain across various dynasties. To enhance its practicality, the book includes special sections on identifying genuine pieces and counterfeit works, as well as relevant tables. Additionally, it provides appendices on recent auction trends of Ming and Qing porcelain, major vessel types from each dynasty, and fundamental knowledge of ceramics. These features highlight the book’s blend of practicality and reference material, guiding collectors and enthusiasts in their journey of collecting and identifying Ming and Qing porcelain.