Lushan colored porcelain waist drum embodying the spirit of resolute momentum

《花鼓》丨Huagu, a Lushan colored porcelain waist drum embodying the spirit of resolute momentum

Huagu (the waist drum), a representative masterpiece of Lushan colored porcelain, symbolizes the spirit of getting things done in one go. The waist drum is an important traditional percussion instrument in ancient China. Known as the Jie drum during the Tang Dynasty, it was originally made of wood later developed into porcelain, with Lushan county in Henan province becoming its primary production center. The piece features a rugged form with a bold and expressive style. Its glaze is smooth and elegant, exuding a timeless beauty and an ancient charm.

花鼓，鲁山花瓷的代表作，唐代称羯鼓，又名腰鼓、拍鼓，是中国古代重要的打击乐器。其名源于古代羯族，鼓身初为木质，至唐代发展为瓷质，主产地在河南鲁山。这件作品造型粗犷凝重，风格豪放，釉色温润自然，典雅厚重，更承载着“一鼓作气”的精神寓意。