Chinese Porcelain and Its Influence on Europe
When Chinese porcelain first came to Europe in the 14th century, it was a rare and expensive item. The potters of Jingdezhen, China, created this fine item in mass quantities. Generally, the Jingdezhen production method was a guarded secret, known only to a few. However, as demand increased, European potters began manufacturing valuable blue-and-white ceramics. ...
