Republican-Era Maiden

Master Nie Lei’s Porcelain Sculpture — "Republican-Era Maiden"

——A Collectible Intangible Cultural Heritage Artwork, Capturing the Elegance of Eastern Aesthetics

This piece, titled "Republican-Era Maiden," is an exquisite underglaze five-color porcelain sculpture created by Master Nie Lei, a renowned Chinese industrial art master. Crafted using the national intangible cultural heritage technique of underglaze five-color porcelain, it depicts a graceful young woman from the Republican era, adorned in a blue cheongsam with yellow and green floral patterns. Her hair is styled elegantly, and her posture is serene, with hands gently clasped in front, embodying the subtle and refined beauty of Eastern women. The porcelain glaze is smooth and lustrous, with vibrant and saturated colors. Mounted on a dark wooden base against a pure background, the sculpture highlights its artistic presence, combining three-dimensional sculptural beauty with the gentle texture of porcelain.

Dimensions: Height 57cm × Depth 22cm × Width 19cm (including base), making it ideal for display in halls or elegant spaces.

Crafted by a Master, Collectible Value

Created by Nie Lei, a Chinese industrial art master whose works have won Gold Awards from the China Ceramic Industry Association and are collected by the China National Arts and Crafts Museum, ensuring both artistic and investment value.

Intangible Cultural Heritage Technique, Millennia of Porcelain Art

Produced using the national intangible cultural heritage technique of "underglaze five-color porcelain," ensuring the colors remain vibrant and永不褪色 (never fade).

Republican-Era Charm, Exemplifying Eastern Aesthetics

Inspired by the fashion and feminine elegance of the Republican era, the blue glaze serves as a backdrop for yellow and green floral patterns, creating a vivid yet harmonious contrast that blends retro sentiment with modern appeal.

Meticulous Craftsmanship, Details That Speak Volumes

Every detail, from the strands of hair to the folds of the cheongsam, is hand-sculpted with precision. The glaze is jade-like and translucent, and the figure’s serene expression brings the sculpture to life.

Elegant Display, Appreciating and Heritage Value

Perfect for decorating living rooms, studies, or museum-level displays, it is also an ideal gift for connoisseurs and a treasured heirloom for preserving cultural heritage.

【Collector’s Message】
“One porcelain, one charm; one sculpture, one soul.” "Republican-Era Maiden" is not merely a fusion of ceramic and sculptural art but also a dialogue with Republican-era aesthetics across time. Owning this piece means possessing a master’s匠心 (ingenuity) and safeguarding the legacy of intangible cultural heritage.