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Chinese tang san cai is a type of Chinese traditional handicraft which has a history spanning thousands of years. Tang san cai is also known as tricolor glazed pottery.

This type of handmade glazed product featuring outstanding and exquisite craftsmanship was first created in the Northern and Southern Dynasty of China around 1,400 years ago. During the Tang Dynasty from the years 618 through 907 AD, the production of this type of pottery reached its peak which is the primary reason it is referred to as Tang San Cai pottery.

The city of Luoyang was the eastern capital of the Henan Province in ancient times and home to Tang San Cai pottery. Most of the unearthed Tang San Cai pottery pieces were found here.

This type of pottery features finely crafted details with major tones in yellow, green, and white. It is fired in the kiln with a lead glaze which helps give it a complex variety of different colors and hues.

The process to produce this type of pottery is fairly complex. The pottery is first baked in a kiln until it reaches a temperature of around 1,100 degrees C. Then it is removed and a glaze is applied. The product is then returned to the kiln where it is fired to a temperature of around 900 degrees C.

Examples of Tang San Cai pottery have included figures of horses, humans, camels and even simple pillows! The best examples of this ancient pottery are the camels.

And since Tang San Cai was such a popular art form, it adopted many of the techniques and features in other Chinese art forms including painting, sculpture and stone carvings. Many of the pieces feature 3D type figures as well as finely defined lines and shapes.

In recent years, many of these ancient pieces have been faithfully recreated by trained artisans. They can be purchased from a variety of online and locally based retail establishments. You can find many reputable places to choose from by searching on the Internet.

You will find detailed descriptions of the item along with many pictures. Be sure the items are carefully packed for shipping since they are very fragile. If you travel to the Far East, you will have the opportunity to inspect items directly before purchase. This will be the best way to truly appreciate the beauty and grace in these items. Many of these establishments will be happy to carefully pack and ship these items for you so you don’t have to worry about taking them with you when you return home.

However many of the online retailers have established excellent reputations and you can purchase with confidence. However it is advisable to pay for your purchases with a credit card or Paypal so you can reverse the purchase if the goods are not shipped or do not arrive. Since most of these items are shipped from China, dealing with a reputable dealer who understands proper shipping procedures will assure you of the best possible product.