Archaeological secrets beneath Jingdezhen ceramic production sites

In 2024, a major excavation project took a deep dive into ceramic production sites in Jingdezhen under the Yuan (1271-1368), Ming (1368-1644) and Qing (1644-1911) dynasties' court patronage. Archaeologists have reconstructed a full picture of the ceramic industry — from raw material mining and fuel supply to technological innovation, urban planning, and cultural exchange.

For the first time, archaeological evidence of Jingdezhen's ancient city layout has been revealed. Other highlights include proof of how large-scale ceramic production during the late Ming and early Qing reshaped society, insights into the evolution of ceramic craftsmanship from the Song (960-1279) to Qing dynasties, and clues about the region's religious diversity.