In the flow of Vietnamese ceramic history, Cay pottery in Binh Giang commune, Hai Phong city carries a distinctive imprint shaped by the local land and people.
With a history of more than 500 years, Cay pottery has long stood alongside renowned lines such as Chu Dau, Bat Trang, Phu Lang, and Tho Ha. Through over five centuries of ups and downs, Cay pottery has never been lostWhat makes Cay pottery unique and different from other types is that it is entirely handmade with characteristic embossed patternsTo create distinctive Cay pottery products that embody its special identity, artisans must demonstrate both skill and creativityThe strokes and patterns on Cay ceramics are delicate and meticulous, and above all, they must be hand-painted to capture the quintessence of this pottery lineEvery step of Cay pottery is handmade. Even the firing process is done manually, giving Cay pottery its distinctive features compared to othersCay pottery’s signature red-blood color is achieved through careful control of kiln temperature combined with natural glazesToday, Cay pottery products are often reproduced in traditional styles, with patterns and motifs reminiscent of the Ly, Tran, and Le dynastiesFloor tiles in the Tran dynasty style are handcrafted by Cay artisansDespite many ups and downs and no longer as prosperous as before, Cay pottery remains a “monument” of ceramics in the city with its unique and enduring values
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