Elegant Style—Study on the Aesthetic Characteristics of Ceramics Art in the Song Dynasty

Abstract

Ceramics have a long history in China, and the Song Dynasty is the peak period of ceramics in our country. Ceramics made in Song Dynasty feature unique shapes with simple but elegant geometric patterns , glazed in natural and dignified color, satisfying people’s aesthetic demands to quietness and elegance. This paper analyzes elegant and quiet artistic styles and aesthetic characteristics of ceramics made in Song Dynasty from such three aspects as decorative patterns, shapes and glaze color, to improve people’s understanding of ceramic art in the Song Dynasty, and explore the ceramic art of the Song Dynasty comprehensively.