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What is the blue and white ceramic called?
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The blue and white ceramic pieces are called Delftware or faience. Delftware is a type of tin-glazed earthenware in which a white glaze is applied and then decorated with a metal oxide, such as a cobalt oxide, which gives this pottery its gorgeous blue color. Shop beautiful Delftware and faience pieces on 1stDibs.
1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021
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Chinese Blue and White Shizi Jar
Located in Chicago, IL
beautiful example of traditional Chinese blue-and-white ceramics, a style that has inspired ceramists around
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Chinese Export Ceramics
Materials
Ceramic
Petite Chinese Blue & White Lotus Dish, c. 1900
Located in Chicago, IL
An everyday example of Chinese blue-and-white ceramics, this petite footed dish from the late 19th
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Chinese Qing Ceramics
Materials
Porcelain
Chinese Blue and White Scholars' Scene Ginger Jar
Located in Chicago, IL
Working within the time-honored tradition of Chinese blue-and-white ceramics, this lidded ginger
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Ceramics
Materials
Ceramic
Chinese Blue and White Jar with Scholars' Objects
Located in Chicago, IL
Chinese blue-and-white ceramics have inspired ceramists worldwide since cobalt was first introduced
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Ceramics
Materials
Paint, Ceramic
Petite Chinese Blue & White Tea Cup, c. 1900
Located in Chicago, IL
An everyday example of Chinese blue-and-white ceramics, this petite cup from the late Qing dynasty
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Chinese Qing Ceramics
Materials
Porcelain
Blue and White Chinese Floor Vase with Scholars' Garden
Located in Chicago, IL
Chinese blue-and-white ceramics have inspired ceramists worldwide since cobalt was first introduced
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Chinese Export Ceramics
Materials
Porcelain