Ceramic production during the Yuan dynasty (1279–1368) reflects the strength of the international market demand for Chinese wares. Notably, celadon-glazed vessels from Longquan competed with porcelain objects from Jingdezhen, painted with innovative decoration in cobalt pigment. A selection of Chinese ceramics from the Freer collection shows highlights of Yuan ceramic styles and complements the exhibition Style in Chinese Landscape Painting: The Yuan Legacy.
Detail, Dish with design of mandarin fish; Yuan dynasty, mid 14th century; Porcelain with cobalt pigment under colorless glaze; Freer Gallery of Art, F1971.3