China’s Business Card, Exploring the Origins and Collection of Ming and Qing Dynasty Porcelain

Chinese language edition. Presumed first edition, 2011. Presumed printed and bound in China. Approx. 9.25 x 6.75 inches. Illustrated wrappers, with lettering in black. Generally unbumped spine head and tail, and sharp corners. Tiny repaired tear at top edge of front wrapper. An exceptionally clean binding. With 232 numbered pages on matte stock. Featuring numerous color illustrations. Brief English language descriptions accompany the illustrations. A Very Good Plus copy. Scarce in any condition. 14 oz. "A seminal text detailing the historical, cultural, and artistic significance of Chinese ceramics. It explores how Jingdezhen porcelain became a global cultural symbol and collectible artifact. The book frames porcelain as a historic 'business card' for Chinese culture. Key areas of exploration include: The Imperial Kilns: Yu examines the administration, financial backing, and technological innovations of Jingdezhen, which served as the official supplier for the Ming and Qing imperial courts. Artistic Evolution: The text highlights the shift from the Ming dynasty's celebrated blue-and-white and monochrome glazes to the highly intricate, multi-colored enamels perfected during the Qing dynasty (such as famille verte and famille rose). Global Trade & Influence: Yu details how Ming and Qing porcelain became highly prized global commodities, adapting shapes and decorative motifs to suit Middle Eastern and European markets." Yu Chunming is a noted scholar and expert in Chinese ceramic history. In addition to this publication, he has contributed extensively to the documentation of imperial kilns and the cultural transmission of Chinese art.…