173 - Two books on Japanese porcelain:

Two books on Japanese porcelain: "Japanese Porcelain," by Soame Jenyns. "Porcelain for palaces. The Fashion for Japan in Europe 1650-1750", by John Ayers. Two books on porcelain, one focusing on Japanese porcelain and the other on the use of Japanese porcelain in European palaces. Japanese porcelain, also known as jiki, is a type of high-fired pottery characterized by its smooth, dense, white body. Porcelain production in Japan began in the early 17th century, influenced by Korean potters. It is made from a mixture of kaolin clay, feldspar and silica, and fired at high temperatures. It is known for its strength, durability and for not absorbing water, unlike low-fired pottery. The smooth surface of Japanese porcelain is ideal for painting delicate designs, often with plant and animal motifs.