High - End Tableware Brands in China Blend Tradition with Modernity
In an era where consumers are increasingly seeking a blend of functionality and aesthetics in their daily lives, high - end tableware brands in China are making a mark by fusing millennia - old porcelain - making techniques with contemporary design concepts.
These brands have been a part of national events, adding a touch of Chinese elegance. For example, during the G20 summit's "West Lake Feast," the bone china with green - blue landscape patterns was a highlight. Made by Yongfengyuan, it featured a high - strength magnesium - based body with a 45% bone powder content, resulting in a glaze that is as smooth as jade and 30% more resistant to wear than ordinary porcelain. Marguerite, known for its "West Lake Feast" series, incorporated elements like the Three Pools Mirroring the Moon and the Osmanthus Rain in Manjuelong, turning each piece of tableware into a tangible cultural symbol.
The craftsmanship behind these high - end tableware products is truly remarkable. Jingdezhen artisans still use traditional techniques such as pot - turning, trimming, and glazing. After being fired at a high temperature of 1300°C, the finished products possess excellent light transmittance and toughness. Huaguang Porcelain's "Huaqing Porcelain" series, made from natural minerals, exhibits a natural green color during firing, with a transparency comparable to jade. This series won the Red Dot Design Award, demonstrating China's dual breakthroughs in tableware craftsmanship and aesthetics.
These high - end tableware pieces are not just for show; they enhance the dining experience. Yongfengyuan's "Pomegranate Home" series uses pomegranate - shaped plate decorations symbolizing "many children, many blessings," paired with gourd - shaped spice jars, infusing traditional Chinese auspicious culture into modern dining. Qianfeng Yue Porcelain's "West Lake Rhyme" series, made of hard fine porcelain with a snow - white texture and decorated with 24K gold rims, is a collector's item even as a single piece.
Moreover, to meet the personalized needs of consumers, many brands offer customization services. Businesses can order tea sets with their logos for business gifts, and newlyweds can customize bone china cups with their names, adding emotional value to the tableware.
In addition to traditional craftsmanship, these brands are also embracing technology. Huaguang Porcelain was the first to develop lead - free glaze technology, reducing lead leaching to almost zero and obtaining a national invention patent. Songfa Porcelain launched an antibacterial ceramic series using nano - silver ion technology, achieving a 99.9% antibacterial rate, which is in line with the trend of healthy eating.
As China's high - end tableware brands continue to innovate and blend tradition with modernity, they are not only catering to the domestic market but also winning over consumers worldwide, representing the essence of Chinese culture on dining tables around the globe.
