Qing Dynasty Yongzheng Porcelain: Underglaze Blue and Red Scroll

Author: Tie Yuan
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Publish Date: 2005-11-24
Features: Blue and white porcelain, underglaze red, and blue-and-white underglaze red are all types of underglaze porcelain. Due to its relatively low firing difficulty and vibrant colors, blue and white porcelain is the most numerous among underglaze porcelain. Underglaze red porcelain exhibits beautiful colors and requires higher firing techniques. Blue-and-white underglaze red porcelain combines the firing techniques of both blue and white, with both red and blue colors appearing exceptionally beautiful on the same piece, demanding even higher firing techniques. As a result, blue-and-white underglaze red pieces with superior colors are more valuable. All three types of underglaze porcelain share the characteristics of vibrant colors and enduring luster, making them beloved by people. During the Yongzheng period, porcelain production reached a high level. Whether it was blue and white, underglaze red, or blue-and-white underglaze red, the firing was extremely successful. Moreover, in terms of variety, shape, and decorative styles, the porcelain was exceptionally rich, laying a solid foundation for the historical peak of Qianlong porcelain production. This book introduces the auction history of blue and white, underglaze red, and blue-and-white underglaze red during the Yongzheng period, fully reflecting their market value in the market. It also provides an overview of these three types of underglaze porcelain, including their origins, production methods, firing principles, characteristics, and varieties in different periods, aiming to give readers a comprehensive and systematic understanding of blue-and-white underglaze red porcelain.