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汝瓷

1、介绍 汝瓷，即汝窑瓷器，因产于汝州而得名。汝瓷源远流长，发展至宋代达到巅峰，宋代五大名窑：“汝、官、哥、钧、定”，“汝瓷为魁”。汝瓷是中国瓷器中最受尊崇的品种之一，以其光滑细腻的“天青色”釉色而闻名。汝瓷的制作工艺将哲学思想融入烧制技术之中，使其不仅是一件收藏的艺术品，更是高雅品味和传统美学的象征。汝瓷的历史意义以及其精妙绝伦的制作工艺使其成为珍贵的文化遗产。

2、历史 汝瓷历史源远流长。早在新石器时代的裴李岗文化时期，汝州地区就出现了大量以泥质红陶为主的陶器。到仰韶文化时期，陶器使用普遍，汝州大张遗址出土的陶器种类丰富，还出现了彩绘纹饰。商周原始青瓷出现，东汉瓷器烧成。隋唐时期制瓷业发展，形成 “南青北白” 格局。宋代，瓷器进入蓬勃发展的阶段，南北方各地区瓷窑林立，名窑迭出，汝窑成为“汝、官、哥、钧、定”五大名窑之首。北宋中晚期，汝州窑业达高峰，其青瓷被宋廷看重，汝窑名扬天下，形成庞大 “汝窑系”。靖康之变后，汝官瓷停烧。南宋官窑传承汝窑工艺。元朝时汝瓷衰落。明清时期景德镇御窑厂仿烧汝瓷，但难以匹敌。如今，汝瓷文化依然珍贵且影响力深远。(《汝瓷志》，2019）

3、工艺 汝瓷传统工艺复杂且讲究，主要包含原料选取与制备、釉料制备、揉泥、成型、刻花印花、素烧与施釉等环节。原料多选取窑址附近可塑性好的粘土，经晾晒、碾碎、搅拌、澄泥等工序制成泥料；釉料则由瘠性原料碾碎、搅拌、过滤、过筛等处理后按比例调配而成。揉泥工艺分为类似揉面和“卷头羊”两种形式，需排出泥中空气，使泥料均匀成椭圆形。成型工艺多用辘轮车制作圆形制品，异形雕塑制品则在慢轮上手工捏制，另外还有一种托坯工艺。刻花工艺通过不同刀法在坯体表面刻出纹样，印花则是利用印模在坯体上打印纹饰。素烧是为了提高坯品吸水率和加厚釉层，施釉前会进行测试，采用浸釉或浇釉的方法施釉，之后还需修整釉泪、釉疙瘩等。(朱法喜,朱晓辉,2019)

4、文化 汝瓷作为汝州人文精神的结晶，承载着深厚的文化内涵。汝州作为华夏文化发祥地之一，拥有悠久历史和丰富文化遗产，如张湾遗址、槐树尹遗址等，这些历史遗迹和民间传说孕育了汝州人清淡、高雅、朴素的精神追求，深刻影响了汝瓷的风格形成。北宋时期，汝瓷在朝廷支持下，融合传统技艺与宋朝崇尚的清淡含蓄审美，形成了古朴大方、清净典雅的特色，其天青色釉体现了对自然的求索和天人合一的至高理想。尽管传世品稀少，但汝瓷作为汝州三宝之首，已成为汝州的靓丽文化名片，推动着当地文化传承与城市发展。（程庸，2018）

问题 1、宋代五大名窑有哪些？

2、汝瓷在哪个朝代发展到高峰？

3、汝瓷工艺有哪几个典型步骤？

4、汝瓷典型釉色是什么？

5、汝瓷体现了什么样的文化内涵？

文献

朱法喜,朱晓辉,汝瓷烧制技艺的传承与发展探析.神州,2019.

李学武,承载灿烂文明之瓷——从宋代汝瓷说起.陶瓷科学与艺术,2018.

程庸,汝瓷的道家思想与理学之美.文物天地,2018.

《汝瓷志》编纂委员会编.汝瓷志[M].北京:中华书局,2019.

术语和表达

Ru porcelain 汝瓷

traditional aesthetics 传统美学

Neolithic period 新石器时代

Yangshao culture 仰韶文化

painted decorations 彩绘纹饰

carving 刻花

pattern printing 印花

clay kneading 揉泥

Bisque firing 素烧

glaze 施釉

harmony between humanity and the natural world 天人合一

Ru porcelain

1、Introduction Ru porcelain, also referred to as Ru kiln porcelain, derives its name from its place of origin, Ruzhou. This type of porcelain boasts a rich historical background and attained its zenith during the Song Dynasty. Among the five renowned kilns of the Song Dynasty—namely Ru, Guan, Ge, Jun, and Ding—Ru porcelain is regarded as the most esteemed.It is known for its smooth and refined "sky blue" glaze. The craftsmanship behind Ru porcelain intricately integrates philosophies into the firing techniques, making it not only an artwork for collection but also a symbol of refined taste and traditional aesthetics. The historic significance and the meticulous art of creating Ru porcelain make it a treasured cultural heritage.

2、History The historical trajectory of Ru porcelain is extensive and significant. Evidence of pottery, predominantly composed of red clay, can be traced back to the Neolithic period within the Peiligang culture in the Ruzhou region. By the time of the Yangshao culture, the utilization of pottery had become prevalent, as demonstrated by the diverse array of pottery, including those with painted decorations, discovered at the Zhang site in Ruzhou. The emergence of primitive celadon occurred during the Shang and Zhou dynasties, while the firing of porcelain commenced in the Eastern Han dynasty.The Sui and Tang dynasties witnessed the advancement of the porcelain industry, characterized by a dichotomy of "Southern celadon and Northern white." The Song dynasty marked a period of vigorous growth for porcelain, with the establishment of numerous kilns across both northern and southern regions, leading to the emergence of several renowned kilns. Among these, the Ru kiln distinguished itself as the preeminent entity within the "Five Great Kilns". During the mid to late Northern Song dynasty, the Ruzhou kiln industry reached its zenith, with its celadon highly esteemed by the Song court, thereby elevating the Ru kiln's reputation globally and establishing a comprehensive "Ru kiln system." Following the Jingkang Incident, production at the Ru and Guan kilns came to a halt. The official kilns of the Southern Song dynasty continued to uphold the craftsmanship of the Ru kiln. However, during the Yuan dynasty, Ru porcelain experienced a decline.In the Ming and Qing dynasties, the imperial kiln in Jingdezhen endeavored to replicate Ru porcelain, yet it proved challenging to achieve comparable quality. Presently, the cultural legacy of Ru porcelain remains invaluable and continues to exert a significant influence.(Ruyao Chronicles，2019）

3、Craftsmanship The traditional craftsmanship associated with Ru porcelain is characterized by its intricate and detailed processes, which encompass the selection and preparation of raw materials, glaze formulation, clay kneading, shaping, carving, and pattern printing, as well as bisque firing and glazing. The raw materials are typically sourced from clay deposits with favorable plasticity located in proximity to the kiln, and these materials undergo a series of processing steps including drying, crushing, mixing, and settling to form the clay body. The glaze is produced through the processes of crushing, mixing, filtering, and sieving lean materials, followed by a careful proportional blending of these components. The kneading process can be executed in two distinct manners: one resembling the kneading of dough, and the other referred to as "rolling the head sheep," which involves expelling air from the clay to achieve a uniformly oval shape. The shaping of the clay is predominantly accomplished using a potter's wheel for round forms, while irregular sculptural pieces are crafted by hand on a slow wheel; an additional technique known as support molding is also employed. The carving technique utilizes various knife methods to engrave patterns onto the surface of the clay body, whereas printing involves the application of designs onto the clay using stamps. Bisque firing is performed to enhance the water absorption of the greenware and to increase the thickness of the glaze layer. Prior to glazing, tests are conducted, and the glazing process is executed through dipping or pouring methods, followed by necessary adjustments to address any glaze drips or lumps.(Zhu Faxi,Zhu Xiaohui,2019)

4、Cluture Ru porcelain embodies the cultural essence of Ruzhou, encapsulating significant cultural meanings.As one of the foundational sites of Chinese civilization, Ruzhou boasts a rich historical narrative and cultural legacy, exemplified by archaeological sites such as Zhangwan and Huai Tree Yin.These historical artifacts and local folklore have fostered a collective aspiration among the Ruzhou populace for a spirit characterized by lightness, elegance, and simplicity, which has significantly shaped the stylistic development of Ru porcelain.During the Northern Song Dynasty, with the patronage of the imperial court, Ru porcelain harmoniously blended traditional craftsmanship with the subtle and refined aesthetics that were esteemed during this period. This synthesis resulted in a distinctive style that is marked by qualities of antiquity, generosity, purity, and elegance.The sky-blue glaze of Ru porcelain symbolizes a profound connection to nature and an ideal of harmony between humanity and the natural world. Although extant examples of Ru porcelain are scarce, it stands as the preeminent treasure of Ruzhou, serving as a cultural emblem that enhances the region's cultural heritage and contributes to urban development.（Cheng Yong，2018）

Terms and Expressions

Ru porcelain 汝瓷

traditional aesthetics 传统美学

Neolithic period 新石器时代

Yangshao culture 仰韶文化

painted decorations 彩绘纹饰

carving 刻花

pattern printing 印花

clay kneading 揉泥

Bisque firing 素烧

glaze 施釉

harmony between humanity and the natural world 天人合一

Questions:

1. What are the five famous kilns of the Song Dynasty?

2. In which dynasty did Ru porcelain reach its peak?

3. What are the typical steps of Ru porcelain craftsmanship?

4. What are the typical glaze colors of Ru porcelain?

5. What cultural connotations does Ru porcelain embody?

References

Zhu Faxi朱法喜,Zhu Xiaohui朱晓辉,汝瓷烧制技艺的传承与发展探析.神州,2019.

Li Xuewu李学武,承载灿烂文明之瓷——从宋代汝瓷说起.陶瓷科学与艺术,2018.

Cheng Yong程庸,汝瓷的道家思想与理学之美.文物天地,2018.

《汝瓷志》编纂委员会编.汝瓷志[M].北京:中华书局,2019.