The Ming Dynasty was one of China’s most important dynasties in terms of technological and artistic advancement. A peasant founded the Ming Dynasty in 1368, and it lasted until 1644.…
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The Rookwood Pottery Company of Cincinnati, Ohio, was started in 1867 and thrived for many years, closing its doors in 1967. Rookwood Pottery is popular with collectors because the pieces…
Collecting Italian pottery can be fun and rewarding, but identifying individual pieces in regard to their value, maker, or history can be challenging. Pottery was being produced on the Italian…
There are four distinct types of Japanese ceramics: earthenware, stoneware, porcelain, and glazed pottery. Satsuma ware is a type of Japanese gold-glazed pottery that originates from the 17th century. Satsuma…
Japanese porcelain and pottery not only feature beautiful artwork–the pieces tell a story of history beyond the surface. For instance, the clay that’s used in making the pottery points to…