Study on plant patterns on Ming and Qing Dynasty famille rose porcelain and its auction market status

Abstract

Ming and Qing dynasty famille rose porcelain plant motifs, while inheriting tradition and incorporating foreign cultures and innovating techniques, developed a unique artistic form, becoming a tangible testimony to cultural exchange between China and the West. This study reveals its developmental trajectory through three perspectives: background, pattern types, and aesthetic connotations. The Maritime Silk Road and foreign cultures, improvements in enamel techniques, and innovations in traditional fine brushwork jointly drove the evolution of these motifs, while tribute trade and breakthroughs in pigment technology further enriched their forms. The motifs encompass traditional auspicious themes, patterns influenced by foreign cultures, and vessel types. Through symmetrical composition, symbolic metaphors, and famille rose techniques, these porcelains construct a triple system of formal beauty, cultural connotation, and craftsmanship, showcasing a diverse blend of Chinese and Western influences. Their market and auction performance confirms their cultural value and artistic appeal.