Hongshan Ceramics

Hongshan Ceramics

　　The ceramic industry is a traditional product sector in Hongshan Village, Jiexiu. Historically, Hongshan was known as the "Pottery Village." According to historical records, the Hongshan porcelain kilns were first built during the Zhenyuan era of the Tang Dynasty, boasting a history of over a thousand years. The Yuan Shen Spring water and the local Hongshan clay provide naturally superior materials for ceramic production. Experts have verified that the ceramics produced at the time were comparable to those from renowned ancient northern kilns. Especially during the Song Dynasty, ceramic craftsmanship reached an exceptional level of refinement and earned praise both domestically and abroad. For instance, the black-glazed porcelain was not only crack-resistant under high heat but also renowned for being “as black as ink, as shiny as a mirror, as smooth as jade, and as resonant as a bell.” After the Song Dynasty, ceramic technology stagnated, with limited production volume and few varieties, mainly producing coarse pottery such as basins, bowls, and jars. After liberation, the variety expanded to include more than 20 types, such as bowls, cups, plates, and teapots. The black-glazed porcelain produced by the factory once won a medal at the Panama International Exposition.