Plate carved with peony flowers

《牡丹盘》丨Mudanpan, meaning a plate carved with peony flowers

The firing technique of Ru porcelain has a rich history stretching over 1,000 years. Its production process involves several key steps, including selecting materials, kneading the clay, shaping the form, biscuit firing, glazing, and final firing. The process is also closely influenced by seasonal and weather conditions, with autumn being considered the optimal season.

汝瓷烧制技艺历史悠久，源远流长，距今已有一千多年的历史。其工序繁复，主要有选料、练泥、制坯、素烧、制釉、施釉、烧制等。尤为考究的是，烧制需择季节、观天气，以秋季为最佳。