Fired clay crafts ode to memory and peace

Liu praised the participating artists for skillfully blending historical themes with modern aesthetics, especially the young artists whose fresh perspectives keep the spirit of resistance alive.

The exhibition unfolds through three additional chapters, each offering a distinct yet interwoven perspective on the themes of sacrifice, legacy and peace.

The Iron-Blood Monuments — Sculpting the Soul chapter pays tribute to the noble spirit and immortal contributions of revolutionary martyrs. Through sculptures, porcelain vases and porcelain panels, ceramic artists shape vivid and towering figures, enabling viewers to feel the power of faith in solemn reflection and to recognize the backbone of the nation.

In Passing the Torch — Vessels Bearing Resolve, tradition is reignited through contemporary spirit. Innovative works by modern ceramic artists show how the legacy of resistance continues to resonate today. Artists reinterpret history through modern design language, weaving wartime elements into underglaze motifs and sculpted forms that symbolize resilience. Each vessel becomes a container of resolve.

The final chapter, A Flourishing Era — Porcelain's Hymn to Peace, marks the shift from chaos of war to the calm of peace. Through ceramic art, this section explores the eternal theme of war and peace, capturing the sweeping journey of the Chinese nation from suffering to rejuvenation. Artists use brilliant glazes and flowing lines to depict the prosperity of present-day China — lush mountains and rivers, peace and stability — set in stark contrast to the flames and smoke of war.

All the artworks encourage viewers to cherish peace and carry the wartime spirit forward, contributing to the great dream of national rejuvenation, according to the organizers.