If you follow me on Instagram or FB, you may have seen a few of these pieces before. It’s my newest obsession, but one I unfortunately do not know much about (hence the question mark on the title of this post).
This commonly used technique was thought to originate in China but was actually original to the Middle East in the 9th century, where cobalt-blue pigments were excavated from Iran and then imported to China. Original antique pieces are special but very pricey. Fortunately, the look of blue-and-white china is easy to come by these days, thus providing you with the ‘look’ for less.
I love the versatility of these vases and plates and look forward to incorporating them into my summer decor. As a matter of fact, I am working on a piece for the Summer issue of Celebrating Everyday Life and can’t wait for you guys to see it!
What do you know about blue and white porcelain? Is blue and white transferware also considered blue porcelain? I would love to hear what you know and have you share your knowledge with me…:) Can’t wait to hear what you have to say.
Wishing you a beautiful day.
I love these pictures. I have quite a few pieces, a growing collection from Scandinavia, Hong Kong, and here in NY. I had always thought the design originated in the Far East but now I should take a closer look at my pieces.
Hi Lucy, I don’t know what to say, I am speechless. I love blue and white porcelain and these are divine. Renata
I know the blue and white on my candle teacups is called flow blue transferware. Designed printed on paper were transferred to the china and heated, causing the color to “flow”. This hid defects in the china. These days, these dishes are becoming more popular and more expensive due to collectors buying them. Other transferware can be purple/lavender colored.. and I collect that color as well. But flow blue is still my favorite because the designs look almost soft focus:) xx
.. and.. I love your photos.. as I always do!
Pretty, Lucy. In Australia, IGers have been going crazy lately, buying up hundreds of ginger jars, a bit similar to what you have here! J x
I just know I love your pictures of blue and white porcelain. For me, aesthetics always trump pretty much everything else…even collectability. Your photos are always so lovely. The stock (is it stock?) flowers warm the blue up…sometimes blue can be a little chilly, but these photos are both elegant and very inviting. Warm. Thanks for sharing! Lynaea @ EveryDayBloom.com
I think the designer Mary McDonald has brought blue and white porcelain back in trend. I too just bought three pieces for my office and love them. I have no idea what their authenticity is, because I was more about the size, the shape and the look 🙂 One question that I had that maybe one of your readers might know, is there pink and white porcelain? I love the ginger jar prints the Pink Pagoda sells, but is there such a thing as a pink and white ginger jar? I would love to have some if they really exist.