Porcelain trade of the Qing dynasty

[2] The growth reflected a creative influence that improved the artistic design of the porcelain and generated high demand in Europe.

[4] The high demand caused the Ming to realize that they needed to properly allocate and manage funds to establish a steady porcelain supply.

[5] By using the Yangtze River not only were porcelain materials cheaper to ship but the final product could be transported to otherwise inaccessible regions.

[4] The various kilns and the changes of temperature produced a brilliance and assortment of porcelain that helped the Qing economy to thrive.

[7] The development of color techniques persisted into the Kangxi emperor's dynasty, and further showcased the Qing culture through the artful prints and designs on the porcelain.

Qing dynasty porcelain vase, with five different enamels & glaze developed during the period. [ 1 ]
Earlier Ming porcelain was slightly dull due to its less advanced technique. It was fired at a lower temperature and typically had only two colors. [ 1 ]