Bai: The New Language of Porcelain in China

One of the most famous contemporary ceramic artists from China, Bai Ming has contributed to the revival of contemporary Chinese ceramics. In this book, Bai Ming traces his career, focusing on his blue and white ceramic work. Born in Yugan, near Jingdezhen, the birthplace of porcelain, Bai Ming has contributed to the revival of contemporary Chinese ceramics and introduced it to a new worldwide audience through numerous exhibitions. Today he is arguably China's greatest exponent of this most traditional art form. In this book, Bai Ming traces his career, revealing a sensitive yet creative and flamboyant style, built on the most rigorous traditional techniques. Focussing particularly on his blue and white ceramic work, this book, through a large selection of glorious images and the artist's own words, reveals Bai Ming's exquisite style and superb attention to detail.