VOL.70/2024.05

Antique Porcelains, More Beautiful Than Pictures

2024.05.07

The Story of My Antique Porcelain
- Written by Kim Ji-Youn, published by Monsbooks

Antique porcelains capture the hearts of enthusiasts around the world!
Immerse yourself in the beauty and history of these treasures.

Have you ever encountered a piece of porcelain that caught your eye in an antique shop while walking down a quiet alley? It’s so satisfying to walk home with an old piece of porcelain that suits your taste, and as you take in its beautiful shape, you can’t help but wonder about its history. And that’s exactly what The Story of My Antique Porcelain is all about – it is a book about the history of antique porcelains and the story of the writer’s 30-year collection of thousands of pieces. Anyone from experienced antique porcelain collectors to beginners will be interested in this book, as it is filled with information about brands and porcelain, as well as photographs of porcelains that are more beautiful than paintings.
Kim Ji-Youn, the “Woman Who Reads Porcelain,” shares everything you need to know about antique porcelains, including tips for proper care, how to read backmarks, types of teacups, and more! What stories do the porcelains from around the world that she has collected tell? How did famous brands such as Royal Crown Derby, Shelly, and Wedgwood, all of which have withstood through the ages, begin? How do you find the right porcelain for your taste, and how should you buy it? If you are interested in antique porcelain, or have a piece of porcelain in mind that you are thinking about buying, you should read The Story of My Antique Porcelain. You will be able to feel the writer’s love and care for antique porcelain as she has been collecting them for many years, and you will also be inspired to find your own meaningful and precious antique porcelain!