A Brief Analysis of the Genealogy of the Patterns of Women and Infants on the Export Porcelain from Jingdezhen in the Ming and Qing Dynasties

Abstract

The content of export porcelain in the Qing Dynasty is rich and diverse, and the pattern of women and infants is one of them. The pattern of women and infants integrates Chinese and Western cultures and is decorated with various elements. The design of the content is derived from traditional stories or paintings. It not only pays attention to the composition method but also has an aesthetic color combination. It not only preserves traditional culture but also makes changes to cater to the market, becoming a significant part of the export porcelain trade. The patterns of women and infants on the export porcelain from Jingdezhen in the Ming and Qing dynasties depict the images of female relatives of the ancient Chinese aristocratic class, and special design styles have been formed according to the needs of the European market. As a carrier of Chinese and Western cultures, it reflects the spirit of inheritance and innovation of Chinese craftsmen against the backdrop of overseas trade.