19th Century Sancai Glaze Plate

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Step into the rich artistic heritage of Qing Dynasty China with this stunning 19th-century ceramic plate, a true testament to … Read more Step into the rich artistic heritage of Qing Dynasty China with this stunning 19th-century ceramic plate, a true testament to the enduring allure of traditional Sancai glazing. Featuring the distinctive fluid blend of amber, ochre, and deep green hues — this plate radiates both rustic elegance and timeworn majesty.

The production of a sancai piece, which had to be glazed and fired at high temperature, involved numerous meticulous steps. Such, pieces were symbols of wealth and status, and were usually found only in the homes of royal families and aristocrats. See less