Floral Fragrance and Birdsong | Tianshun Floral Language


Date:

2018-12-14

“Amidst myriad mountains, not a single bird flies; on countless paths, no human trace is seen.” — “River Snow” “In the empty mountains, no one is in sight, yet faint voices of people can still be heard.” — “Luchai” “A lone boat crosses the Yangtze River on a chilly night, savoring flowers, admiring the moon, and reveling in the fragrance of autumn.” — Tang Yin’s Poems and Lyrics Savor these three verses carefully, and you’ll surely feel your heart lifted and your spirit refreshed—just as if birds are singing sweetly, flowers are gently releasing their fragrant aroma, and you’re immersed in the vibrant beauty of springtime nature, surrounded by the scent of blossoms and the cheerful chirping of birds. (By the way, while I was reading that line about “autumn fragrance,” did it remind you of the iconic line from the movie “Eight Views of Autumn Fragrance”—“Eight eyes together admire: flowers, the moon, and autumn fragrance”? At least this editor feels deeply connected to it. Hmm, if you resonate with this sentiment, give a little paw emoji in the comments!) Floral language—true to its name.

 

Thousands of mountains, no birds fly; ten thousand paths, no human tracks remain. — "River Snow"

In the empty mountains, no one is to be seen, yet I hear the sound of human voices. — "Lù Chái"

A lone boat crosses the Yangtze in a cold night, admiring flowers, the moon, and the fragrance of autumn. — From “Poems and Lyrics by Tang Yin”

 

Savor these three poetic lines carefully, and you’ll surely feel your heart lifted and your spirit refreshed—just as if birds were singing sweetly, flowers were wafting their delicate fragrance, and you were immersed in the radiant beauty of springtime nature, surrounded by the scent of blossoms and the cheerful chirping of birds. (Wan Jun takes a little detour here: When he reads the line about “Autumn Fragrance,” does it perhaps evoke that iconic line from the movie “The Love of the Cherry Blossom”—“…”?) “Eight eyes together to admire—admiring flowers, admiring the moon, and savoring the fragrance of autumn.” Right? At least the editor can relate. Hmm, if you’ve got a comment that resonates with you, give it a little thumbs-up!

 

 

 

As the name suggests, "Floral Language" refers to the harmonious blend of birdsong and floral fragrance. The "Tianshun" Floral Language series is crafted using today’s healthiest underglaze color technique. Its hues are vibrant yet understated, featuring the currently popular low-saturation macaron color palette.

 

 

The outer contour of the flower motif resembles ripples on water, with a unique shape that’s delicately inlaid along the bowl’s rim like petals. The area where you hold it feels exquisitely smooth and fluid—smooth yet secure. This beautifully functional design is also a testament to Tianshun’s exceptional craftsmanship.

 

 

Now let’s take a look at this fish platter—its rectangular, wavy edges and uniquely protruding design on both sides set it apart from the conventional, straightforward rectangular platters. This “Floral Language” fish platter strikes just the right balance between youthful style and timeless elegance, making it immensely popular with everyone.

 

 
 
The flower-patterned plate also features a wavy rim design, with just the right depth for practical use. The three color options are simple, elegant, and sophisticated—this porcelain set is one that I, the editor, have been using myself all along!
 
 
 

     The unparalleled secret hidden within Tian Shun porcelain lies in its craftsmanship.

In the delicate details, it’s as if meticulous brushwork were rendered on Xuan paper.

In the freehand style, it’s as if ink has been splashed onto a landscape painting.

The sky’s azure hue awaits the misty rain—Tianshun is waiting for you.