Jingdezhen History

Author: Zhou Longshu
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Publishing Date: 2004-09-01
Features: Jingdezhen is world-famous for its ceramic production. It is an ancient porcelain capital with a history of ceramic production spanning over two thousand years and remains an important industrial city for porcelain production today. In early 1982, it was approved by the State Council as a national-level historical and cultural city. This group of cities, totaling 24, holds significant historical value and revolutionary significance, and Jingdezhen is the only historical and cultural city among them renowned for its specialized industrial focus. Among various famous specialized industrial cities, Jingdezhen stands out as one closely related to people's lives and possesses a glorious and long history, unmatched both in China and the world. It is a fine example of ancient Chinese culture and a shining pearl in the history of human civilization that continues to radiate brilliance. Over the years, people have longed to understand the arduous process of Jingdezhen's development, transformation, revitalization, and its unique, globally celebrated culture with its enduring mysteries. They also wish to learn about the outstanding achievements and great contributions of the city's workers and distinguished artists. There has always been a desire for a comprehensive work to answer these questions, and I share the same fervent hope. However, a monumental work cannot be accomplished overnight. Before its publication, the author, without overestimating his abilities, attempts to explore the brilliant journey of Jingdezhen over these two thousand years in the form of historical tales.