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This map shows the location of some of the important ancient chinese ceramics.  You can also click on the photo of a particular ceramics vessel and read article to find out more details. To view map, please click.

This map shows the location of some of the known shipwrecks in Southeast Asia and Southern China.  You can also click on the photo of a particular ceramics vessel and read article to find out more details. To view map and find out details of the shipwrecks and their significance, please click.

 

Useful articles on Chinese ceramics 

Qianjiang porcelains

 

Qianjiang ceramics painting is a term used to describe a type of overglaze enameled ware which was very popular during the Late Qing/Early Republican Period.  This section is a reference resource of works by the Qianjiang artists of late Qing to Republican period.  It also provides a list of dated pieces categorises according to landscape, human figures and birds/flowers.   By analysing them, you would be able to improve on your accuracy in dating pieces which are not dated. 
Folk Kiln  (Minyao) Ming Blue and White 
A reference source of folk kiln Ming Blue and white especially with discussion focusing on bowls.  There are about 300 pieces illustrated.  Overview of Ming Blue and white and pointers for authentication and dating Ming Blue and White Ceramics are also discussed.
Chinese Motifs and their meanings
The article introduces readers to some of the common symbolical motifs and subjects involving human figures and scenes from legends and folklore. The meanings behind the motifs are also explained wherever possible.
Chinese Greenware (Celadon) The article discusses the evolution of Chinese greenware with emphasis on Yue, longquan, Changsha, Yaozhou,, Ru, Guan and Ge wares.

 

 

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