Traditional silverware

The development of gold and silver culture in China has a long history and is brilliant.

As early as about 3000 years ago in the Shang and Zhou Dynasties, gold products began to appear.

the Spring and Autumn Period and the Warring States Period

Gold and silver wares in the Spring and Autumn Period and the Warring States Period-fresh and lively

The variety of gold and silver wares increased, and gold and silver wares appeared. Judging from the artistic characteristics and production technology of gold and silver vessels, there are great differences between the styles of north and south. The gold, silver and silverware unearthed in the north and their fine gold crafts are developed. Most of the gold and silver wares in southern China are vessels, and most of them are made by bronze craft.

Qin and Han dynasties

Treasure of Qin and Han Dynasties-Abundance and Prosperity

Casting, polishing and other technologies have been comprehensively used in the production of gold and silver wares in Qin Dynasty. The gold and silver wares of the Han Dynasty were accessories, with simple shapes and mostly plain faces. The refined gold technology has gradually matured, and the shapes, patterns and colors of gold and silver are more exquisite and colorful.

Wei, Jin, southern and northern dynasties

Treasures in Wei, Jin, Southern and Northern Dynasties —— Exotic customs

There were a lot of gold and silver wares in Wei, Jin, Southern and Northern Dynasties. The social function of gold and silver vessels has been further expanded, the production technology has become more skilled, and the shapes and patterns of vessels have been constantly innovated. The more common gold and silver utensils are ornaments.

Sui and Tang Dynasties

Gold and silver wares in Sui and Tang Dynasties-colorful

China's ancient gold and silver wares have flourished since the Tang Dynasty. The rich variety, unique shape and exquisite patterns of gold and silver vessels will remind people of the prosperity of culture and art in the prosperous Tang Dynasty. The gold and silver vessels in the Tang Dynasty can be divided into food containers, drinking vessels, containers, utensils, decorations, religious utensils and so on. Gold and silver

Song and Yuan Dynasties

Gold and silver wares in Song and Yuan Dynasties-fresh and elegant

The gold and silver wares in Song Dynasty are light, exquisite, elegant and beautiful, with perfect national style. The modelling is extremely exquisite, the fancy is various, and it is characterized by simplicity and elegance. The gold and silver wares of the Yuan Dynasty were similar to those of the Song Dynasty, except for daily utensils and ornaments, there were more furnishings. From the point of view of modeling and decoration, it is very particular and has many plain faces. However, some gold and silver wares in the Yuan Dynasty also showed a trend of ornate and complicated ornamentation.

Ming and Qing dynasties

Gold and silver wares in Ming and Qing dynasties-gorgeous and rich

During the Ming and Qing dynasties, gold and silver vessels tended to be gorgeous and rich, with a strong palace atmosphere. The elegant shape of the container, colored gems inlay and dragon and phoenix patterns symbolize nobility and power. In Ming Dynasty, the gold and silver wares were vivid and simple, and the decorative structures tended to be dense. The gold and silver wares in Qing Dynasty have both traditional styles and are influenced by other arts. The gold and silver wares in Qing dynasty can be summarized as fine and fine. The composite technology is developed, and the combination of gold and silver utensils with enamel, pearls, jade and precious stones increases the nobleness and beauty of the utensils.

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