Author(s)

Xiaoyu Liu, Huoshui Fu, Xingfuzi Zhong, Mingqing Zhu

Corresponding Author

Xiaoyu Liu

Abstract

As an important kiln site of the Song Dynasty in China, the kiln transformation process of Jizhou ware holds a significant position in the history of Chinese ceramics due to its unique artistic style and technological innovation. The phenomenon of kiln transformation arises from the interaction between glazes and the kiln atmosphere, forming unpredictable colors and textures through redox reactions of metal elements such as iron and manganese. Traditional kiln transformation techniques relied on mineral materials and chemical pigments, whereas herbal materials, with their rich chemical components and unique physical properties, have gradually become an important direction for exploring new color-rendering mechanisms. The research conclusions reveal that Chinese herbal materials achieve precise regulation of kiln-transformation color through the synergistic effects of chemical composition and physical properties, providing a scientific basis for the modern innovation of traditional techniques. Future research can further expand the range of Chinese herbal materials selection, optimize the precision of process parameter control, and combine machine learning with first-principles calculations to construct quantitative models linking material composition, firing regimes, and color characteristics. Meanwhile, interdisciplinary collaboration should be strengthened to explore the innovative application of Chinese herbal composite additives in ceramic art and functional material fabrication, promoting the deep integration of traditional craftsmanship with modern technology and injecting new momentum into the sustainable development of the ceramics industry.

Keywords

Jizhou Kiln Ceramics; Yaobian Coloration; Herbal Materials; Chemical Composition; Firing Regime; Microstructure