Bronze Ware from Luoyang

As early as the Western Zhou Dynasty (11th century-771 B. C.), there were large bronze ware producers in Luoyang. At present, the researchers at the Luoyang Arts & Crafts Co. have developed new techniques for bronze ware production. The products made in Luoyang are varied and have beautiful shapes. The most representative works are A Horse Pedaling a Flying Swallow and The Rhinoceros. These products have been displayed in New York and San Francisco, and are the best seller at the Guangzhou Trade Fair.

Luoyang Palace Lanterns

Luoyang Palace Lanterns were developed in the Eastern Han Dynasty and becamepopular in the Tang Dynasty. They were first used in royal court only. The lanterns aremade with high craftsmanship, and they have many kinds. The most commonly seen lanterns are white square, red gauze round lantern, hexagonal dragon-head lantern, and merry-go-round.

Tri-Colored Glazed Pottery of the Tang Dynasty

Luoyang has been a productioncenter for the tri-colored glazed pottery of the Tang Dynasty for 1,300 years. Such pottery ware is baked in red, green, and yellow colors of glaze.

(Source: chinats.com / Photo: baidu.com)

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