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Kangxi Period

Emperor Kangxi, the longest-reigning emperor in China and perhaps the most famous, reigned for 61 years between 1654 to 1722. The time in which he reigned was characterized by peace, wealth, and stability. Therefore, art and intellect also flourished during the period.

Among Kangxi's achievements were military victories over Taiwan, Russia, Tibet, and Russia. He also initiated the compilation of a dictionary of Chinese characters, the compilation of poetry, the invention of a Chinese calendar, as well as the proliferation of the famed Qing-Hua blue and white porcelain.

Kangxi took particular interest in porcelain. During his reign, he ordered the creation and reactivation of thousands of kilns within Jingdezhen in Southern China. These kilns would create fine porcelains with beautifully detailed paintings that highlight the affluence and intellect of the time.

For a short period of time, “peach-bloom” porcelain glazes were employed using light copper-reds to give the impression of ripening fruit. Most of these works were historically reserved for Kangxi’s own writing table. This rare process of glazing remained elusive for many years, and the ceramics that employ this form of glazing are very difficult to find.


Quick Facts

  • Kangxi, whose name was originally Xuanye, became emperor at only eight years old and retired at the age of 69
  • During the Kangxi Period, Western influence was highly prevalent and even encouraged. Kangxi himself allowed several Jesuits into his court to teach him math, science, and military developments
  • By the end of the Kangxi’s reign, there were more than three thousand kilns within Jingdezhen

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SET OF 12 PCS KANGXI FLOWERS WINE CUPS
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KANGXI WUCAI DRAGON PLATE
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KANGXI FAMILLE ROSE BRUSH POT
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KANGXI FAMILLE ROSE BRUSH POT
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Est: $800- $1,200
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Est: $500- $700
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A Pair of Chinese Blue and White Vases Marks: six-character Kangxi mark 24-1/8 x
Mar 21, 10:00 AM CDT
A Pair of Chinese Blue and White Vases Marks: six-character Kangxi mark 24-1/8 x
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KANGXI FESTIVAL RED MALLET ZUN
Mar 25, 9:00 AM EDT
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Mar 22, 10:00 AM EDT
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Chinese 18th c. Kangxi Porcelain Mallet Vase
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Chinese 18th c. Kangxi Porcelain Mallet Vase
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Mar 23, 12:00 PM EDT
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Est: $300- $500
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Mar 25, 9:00 AM EDT
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by Lauren Gallery
Est: $800- $1,200
$4001 Bid
PAIR OF KANGXI WUCAI QILIN GENERAL LIDDED JARS
Mar 25, 9:00 AM EDT
PAIR OF KANGXI WUCAI QILIN GENERAL LIDDED JARS
by Lauren Gallery
Est: $1,000- $1,500
$5001 Bid
KANGXI WUCAI BATTLEFIELD PORCELAIN CHARGER
Mar 24, 9:00 AM EDT
KANGXI WUCAI BATTLEFIELD PORCELAIN CHARGER
by Lauren Gallery
Est: $1,000- $1,500
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Pr Kangxi Chinese Porcelain Famille Verte Saucers
Mar 21, 10:00 AM CDT
Pr Kangxi Chinese Porcelain Famille Verte Saucers
by Revere Auctions
Est: $150- $300
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Mar 24, 9:00 AM EDT
KANGXI WUCAI ROULEAU VASE
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Est: $800- $1,200
$4000 Bids
KANGXI WUCAI DRAGON ROULEAU VASE
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KANGXI WUCAI DRAGON ROULEAU VASE
by Lauren Gallery
Est: $1,000- $1,500
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