Cowpea Red Porcelain
- “Cowpea Red” refers to a type of precious high-temperature copper-red glaze porcelain fired by the Jingdezhen Imperial Kiln during the Kangxi period of the Qing Dynasty. Its color varies in depth, closely resembling the hue of red cowpeas—hence the name. This type of porcelain is extremely difficult to produce and features a unique firing process. Its pink glaze is often dotted with green spots, known as “moss-like spots,” which has also earned it alternative names such as “Peach Blossom Petal” and “Beauty’s Blush.” Common forms are mostly stationery items, including vases, seal boxes, and radish-shaped vases.
Key Characteristics of Cowpea Red Porcelain
- Color and Glaze
- Copper isused as the coloring agent, and the porcelain is fired at high temperatures in a reducing flame.
- Due to oxidation during firing, the glaze is often marked with green spots, referred to as “moss-like spots.”
- It exhibits a variety of color variations, and is known by elegant names like “Peach Blossom Petal,” “Beauty’s Blush,” and “Baby’s Cheek”—all describing its delicate pink hue dotted with green.
- Form and Usage
- Primarilyproduced by the Imperial Kiln during the Kangxi period, most pieces are stationery items.
- Common forms include Chrysanthemum-Petal Vases, Radish-Shaped Vases, and Seal Boxes.
- Craftsmanship and Rarity
- The firing process is highly challenging, with a very low success rate. As a result, there are very few extant pieces, making it extremely precious.
- During the Kangxi period, it was exclusively for imperial use.
Volume: 150 ml
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