✧ CELADON ✧
Celadon is a type of pottery or ceramic ware that is known for its distinctive translucent glaze, typically in shades of pale green, blue, or gray. The term "celadon" originates from the name of a character in a 17th-century French play, whose costume was in a similar shade of green, though the ceramic itself dates back much earlier, particularly to ancient China.
The unique glaze is achieved by firing the pottery at high temperatures in a kiln with a reduction atmosphere (low oxygen), which transforms iron oxide in the glaze into the iconic jade-like hues. Renowned for its delicate appearance and smooth surface, celadon ceramics have historically been associated with elegance and sophistication, often symbolizing purity and refinement.