Wucai (Chinese ceramics styles)

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Refers to the style of porcelain made in China dating from the Ming period (1368-1642), especially during the reign of Wan li (1573-1619). Originally, the style was characterized by the use of white porcelain decorated with five colors; apple green, iron red, yellow, aubergine, and violet blue, but the name came to be applied to all types of enamel decoration.
Wucai
Accepted term: 29-Apr-2024