Vietnamese ceramics are not only a traditional craft but also a symbol of the soul of the land and the quintessence of thousands of years of civilization. Each Vietnamese ceramic product is the crystallization of earth, water, fire and the talented hands of the artisan, creating works imbued with national identity. Through many generations, Vietnamese ceramics have maintained their value, affirming their position in the hearts of art lovers and on the world ceramic map.
The vitality of Vietnamese ceramics through the flow of history
From pieces of baked clay, Vietnamese ceramics have become an indispensable part of the national life and culture. From the famous Bat Trang ceramics, sophisticated Chu Dau ceramics to rustic Phu Lang ceramics, each ceramic line bears the mark of time and the talented hands of artisans. Not only stopping at traditional values, Vietnamese ceramics today also reach out, conquering the international market, affirming its position on the world ceramic map.
Bat Trang Pottery – Heritage from a hundred-year-old craft village
When it comes to Vietnamese ceramics, it is impossible not to mention Bat Trang ceramics, a ceramic line with a history of more than 700 years. Bat Trang craft village (Gia Lam, Hanoi) is famous for its high-class ceramic products, from teapots, bowls, plates, vases to worship products.
What makes Bat Trang pottery so attractive is its unique glaze, skillful crafting techniques and constant creativity in each product. The artisans here not only preserve the traditional essence but also innovate to meet modern tastes.
Chu Dau Ceramics – The precious gem of ancient Vietnamese ceramics
If Bat Trang is famous for its durability and diversity, Chu Dau pottery (Hai Duong) has a graceful and delicate beauty, and has been exported to many countries since the 15th century. Chu Dau pottery is characterized by soft patterns, elegant blue glaze and artistic vases and jars.
Điểm đặc biệt là nhiều hiện vật gốm Chu Đậu từng được tìm thấy tại các con tàu đắm ngoài khơi, minh chứng cho một thời kỳ hoàng kim của gốm sứ Việt Nam trên bản đồ thương mại quốc tế.
Phu Lang Pottery – Terracotta and the Soul of Northern Villages
Different from the glossy glaze of Bat Trang or the sophistication of Chu Dau, Phu Lang pottery (Bac Ninh) has a rustic style, full of folk character.
This ceramic line mainly uses traditional firing techniques, creating products with a warm reddish-brown color, suitable for ancient architectural works and daily life items. Phu Lang’s jars, pots and kilns still retain their rustic, familiar beauty, reflecting a part of the Vietnamese countryside soul.
Vietnamese ceramics reach the world
Not only stopping at traditional values, Vietnamese ceramics today are gradually conquering the international market. Many craft villages have combined traditional techniques and modern technology to create products that meet new consumer trends. In particular, Vietnamese ceramic brands are increasingly popular in Japan, Europe and the US, affirming their position in the global market.
From skillful hands, from pieces of clay baked through fire, Vietnamese ceramics are not only handicrafts but also cultural quintessence, national pride. With a long history and strong development potential, Vietnamese ceramics will continue to shine, becoming a bridge to bring Vietnamese identity to the world.
