The Decorative Features of Guangcai Porcelain under the Influence of Rococo Art in the 18th Century:Take the"Mandarin"Decoration as an Example
In the 18th century,when the trade culture of China and the West was flourishing,Guangcai porcelain took on the important task of cultural exchange between China and foreign countries.In order to meet the demand of the western market for porcelain and the pursuit of China by Westerners,the Canton color"Mandarin"pattern,which epitomizes the life of the Chinese upper class,came into being.It has both the characteristics of the Times and the artistry,and exudes a unique cultural charm.Through the analysis of the characteristics of"Mandarin Decoration",it can be seen that under the production mode of"custom sample",Guangcai porcelain is deeply influenced by the European Rococo style,and its production integrates Chinese and Western technology,culture and aesthetics,making Guangcai porcelain present a westernized artistic appearance.
Guangcai porcelainrococo artMandarindecorative characteristicsChinese and western culture