Chinese white glazed porcelain vase with colored cracks

Chinese white glazed porcelain vase with colored cracks

It is a molded porcelain drum shaped Chinese porcelain vase with white glaze and colored cracks. The production period is from 1950 to 1960. White glaze and cracked glaze effects are common techniques in porcelain production. White glaze provides a smooth and reflective surface, while cracked glaze is a special decorative technique that creates unique textures and patterns by introducing tiny cracks into the glaze. Not only is it beautiful, but over time, porcelain with cracked glaze will gradually develop its own unique appearance. It is part of the William M. Lindgren Asian Art Collection, preserved in the archives of St. Cloud State University.
Glass enamel decorated Chinese cloisonn é vase

Glass enamel decorated Chinese cloisonn é vase

It is a Chinese cloisonn é vase decorated with glass enamel, belonging to the William M. Lindgren Asian Art Collection and currently housed in the archives of St. Cloud State University. The period is approximately between 1930 and 1950. Cloisonn é craftsmanship is an ancient Chinese metal craft known for its exquisite copper body, enamel glaze, and complex production process. This process usually involves welding fine copper wires onto a copper body to form patterns, then filling these patterns with enamel glaze. After multiple firing and polishing processes, the final product is a colorful and glossy artwork. It is one of China's intangible cultural heritages.