Glad I stumbled across this insightful documentary highlighting in detail the complex process of making Yixing teapots. Enjoy!
https://youtu.be/VxeNfIrvwYY
Sunday 27 September 2020
Sunday 20 September 2020
A Commanding Vision of Qing Dynasty Power (Chinese History)
It's no secret that the court robes made for Chinese emperors were extravagant and expansively decorated. However, given their exposure to the West, I'm not surprised that certain works produced during the Qing Dynasty mirrored that of Western court painters such as Guiseppe Castiglione from Italy.
https://youtu.be/jO77wxfQ6SM
Sunday 13 September 2020
Informative Video about Ming Blue and White Porcelain by The British Museum (Ming Dynasty)
Just thought I'd share this great introductory video of Ming dynasty porcelain by Jessica Harrison-Hall from the British Museum - namely from the Hongwu Period, Yongle Period, mid 15th Century and the export market.
Enjoy!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uwvRXJd22oI
Sunday 6 September 2020
A Large and Extremely Rare Cloisonne Jar Made for Xuande Emperor (Ming Dynasty)
Check out this large, and extremely rare Cloisonne jar made for Xuande emperor of the Ming Dynasty! Apparently, it's one of only two in the world and represents the finest craftsmanship for objects made for the imperial court.
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