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Chinese Blue & White Vase
The blue and white Chinese porcelain vases have a fascinating history. Ancient Mesopotamian Influence: Underglaze blue and white pottery was initially introduced by the ancient Mesopotamians, who used cobalt oxide pigment to imitate lapis lazuli. Later, during the Islamic Abbasid Caliphate, blue and white pottery gained popularity across the Middle East. Chinese Beginnings: The very first blue and white pottery in China emerged during the early Tang dynasty (618–907 AD) in He
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Jan 11 min read
History of Ipoh
Epau & Palau were first mapped on the British map in 1876. with ‘Palau’ being Kampung Paloh. In his annual report for 1879. Hugh Low, the British Resident of Perak, spoke of Ipoh (spelt Epoh) as “the chief village in the district". Kampung Paloh and Kampung lpoh were two early settlements located on the banks of the Kinta River in the 1880s. Other notable settlements were Kg. Kuchai, Kg. Pisang, Kg. Masjid Lama and Kg. Kepayang. The name Ipoh came from the Upas trees as the M
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Dec 30, 20254 min read
Bronze Sculpture
Bronze sculpture has a long history, but its popularity surged notably between 1880 and 1940. This period saw a transformation in both the style and purpose of bronze works, reflecting broader cultural and artistic shifts. Bronze Pelikan When Bronze Sculpture Became Popular Bronze has been used for sculpture since ancient times, but its popularity in the modern art world grew significantly in the late 19th century. By 1880, advances in casting techniques made bronze more acce
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Dec 5, 20251 min read
Pewter Pitcher
Pewter is primarily an alloy of tin, with small amounts of other metals for durability. Modern pewter is lead-free and safe to use. It consists of 95% tin, along with copper and antimony. Pewter is easy to shape. The first pewter pitchers were produced in Europe, where they served wine and provided water during travel, especially on boats and ships. Pewter pitchers remained popular throughout early American history, serving water, milk, and other beverages in homes. Durin
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Jun 28, 20241 min read
Chinese Ewer
Chinese blue and white porcelain cobalt-blue designs on a white background have fascinated collectors, historians, and art lovers for centuries. When and Where Did Chinese Blue and White Porcelain Become Popular? Blue and white porcelain first gained widespread popularity during the Yuan Dynasty (1271–1368), although its origins trace back earlier. The technique became fully developed and reached its peak during the Ming Dynasty (1368–1644), especially under the reign of Empe
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Jun 23, 20242 min read