Balancing Heritage And Innovation: A Quantitative Study Of The Transformation Of Traditional Ceramic Craftsmanship In Jingdezhen
List of Authors
Izzuddinazwan Misri, Zhang Jianqiang
Keyword
Jingdezhen Ceramics; Traditional Craftsmanship; Design Innovation; Cultural Preservation; Technological Integration
Abstract
development, the city of Jingdezhen, famous as China's "Porcelain Capital," finds itself at a critical juncture. This study delves into the ways that modern design, technological advancements, and changing consumer tastes have revolutionized the long-standing ceramic sector in Jingdezhen. To evaluate the effects of material, technique, design value, and manufacturing method shifts, this quantitative study draws on data collected from 384 ceramic artists chosen using Krejcie and Morgan's approach. The data was analyzed using SPSS with an emphasis on how modern interventions affected cultural authenticity, artistic quality, and economic viability, by looking for relationships. The results show that traditional Jingdezhen works are no longer in high demand due to the fact that heritage-rich designs have been overshadowed by minimalist, functional ceramics. Even if automated kilns and 3D printing make things more efficient, they also help to standardize artistic expression and erode artisanal abilities. Younger people are hesitant to join the profession owing to a lack of incentives, antiquated educational systems, and a perception of economic instability; this generational divide is another issue brought to light by the study. Opportunities for revitalization persist despite these obstacles. To preserve Jingdezhen's ceramic tradition, the study highlights adaptive techniques as vital. These strategies include blended courses, collaborative branding, and the integration of digital platforms. This research provides a thorough framework for combining innovation with preservation, grounded in Cultural Adaptation Theory. In order to preserve and develop one of China's most treasured cultural enterprises, it calls for cooperation across sectors and government backing.