Loading and Firing Technology of Western Xia Porcelain

Based on the collation and research of archaeological excavation data, the loading and firing processes of Western Xia porcelain are re-analyzed. Firstly, the origin, reasons and advantages and disadvantages of each loading and firing process are explained. Secondly, the evolution of each process is introduced and the differences between the kilns using the process at the same time and their mutual influence are discussed. It is found that the loading and firing process of Western Xia porcelain is closely related to Liao Jin porcelain kiln and there is no obvious relationship with the Northern Song Dynasty.