Collecting Antique Chinese PorcelainAfter years of collecting we feel that there is much more to know about old Chinese porcelain, in fact, the more we know the more it appears how vast a knowledge would be required to understand all aspects of antique porcelain made in China. Authenticity problems associated with porcelain and pottery from China require the attention of both, the new and the experienced collector. Our definition follows to some extent customary practice here where we live:
Many people do not clearly understand the difference between porcelain and pottery. This is especially often the case in the land and language where porcelain first was produced. In Chinese often any type of glazed ceramics is called "porcelain". Click here to see a definition. For any unknown terms, please refer to the glossary of Chinese porcelain terms.
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