celadon

(noun)

A term for ceramics denoting both wares glazed in the jade green color (also known as greenware) and a type of transparent glaze, often with small cracks, that was first used on greenware but later used on other porcelains. 

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(noun)

A ceramic ware with a pale green glaze.

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Examples of celadon in the following topics:

  • Ceramics under the Song Dynasty

    • The making of glazed and translucent porcelain and celadon wares with complex use of enamels was highly developed during the Song period, with Longquan celadon wares being particularly popular.
    • These celadon wares were produced in kilns in the city of Longquan, located in Lishui prefecture in southwestern Zhejiang Province.
    • After the end of the Southern Song period, Longquan celadon experienced an expansion of production with a lessening of quality.
    • The making of glazed and translucent porcelain and celadon wares with complex use of enamels was developed further during the Song period.
    • A Longquan Ware Celadon Vase, Song Dynasty, 13th Century, from the Nantoyōsō Collection, Japan

  • Joseon Ceramics

    • Celadon, white porcelain, and storage pottery were similar but with slight variations in glazes, incision designs, florality, and weight.
    • Buddhist designs such as lotus flowers and willow trees prevailed in celadon wares.