Jingdezhen Ewer at The British Museum, London

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Jingdezhen is a major city in northeastern Jiangxi province, People's Republic of China, bordering Anhui to the north. This city has been renowned as the "Porcelain Capital" for over 1,700 years due to its long history of producing high-quality pottery. With a documented history dating back more than 2,000 years, Jingdezhen has a rich cultural heritage that is still celebrated today. During the Han Dynasty, this region was known as Xinping, where porcelain production first began. Historical records reveal that it was during this time that the city started to make its mark on the world of ceramics. As the Tang Dynasty progressed, Xinping was renamed Changnanzhen (Changnan Town), situated on the south bank of the Chang river. The name "china" is derived from the ancient name of the town, Changnan. In 1004 CE, during the North Song Dynasty, Jingdezhen was officially named after the emperor who reigned during a period when porcelain production reached new heights. Jingdezhen's significance extended far beyond its ceramic industry, as it was considered one of China's four major commercial and industrial centers in the Ming and Qing dynasties. The other notable towns included Foshan in Guangdong, Hankou in Hubei, and Zhuxian in Henan. Interestingly, Jingdezhen is believed to have given birth to the English name for the country. Over time, foreign traders made the name "Changnan" sound like "china," which eventually became synonymous with ceramics. Today, Jingdezhen remains a thriving city, rich in history and culture, and its legacy continues to inspire artisans and collectors around the world. This 3D model is part of the "Scan The World" initiative, a non-profit project that aims to create a digital archive of fully printable sculptures, artworks, and landmarks from across the globe. Scan The World is an open-source community effort that encourages people to contribute their own 3D models for the public to access free of charge. This object was scanned using photogrammetry technology, processed with Agisoft PhotoScan software, and is now available for download in high-resolution format.