Enameled ceramic pots are a famous fine art product of our country. There are many famous pottery villages with many exquisite and quality glazed pottery pot products. Today, let’s learn about the ceramic pots of a famous craft village – Bien Hoa pottery pots through the article below:

1. Introduction to Bien Hoa pottery village

Bien Hoa Pottery Village is a famous traditional pottery village in Bien Hoa City, Dong Nai Province, Vietnam. With more than 300 years of development history, Bien Hoa pottery village has special cultural and artistic values.

Bien Hoa pottery village

Dong Nai Pottery Village is located along the banks of the Dong Nai River and is divided into two main production areas. One is the area on the left bank of the Dong Nai River, extending from An Hoa Bridge to Dong Nai Bridge, known as Tan Van Pottery Village. Dong Nai pottery village is mainly concentrated in Tan Van, Buu Hoa wards, and Tan Hanh and Hoa An Ward..

With more than 100 ceramic production facilities, of which only Viet Thanh Ceramic Company is a state-owned enterprise, the rest are privately owned. Dong Thanh Ceramics Company, Song Tien and Thai Duong Ceramic Cooperatives and a number of other small establishments not only specialize in production but also satellite facilities supplying products and performing processing for large enterprises. The development of Dong Nai pottery village has been strongly promoted since the government promoted the policy of innovation and development of the handicraft industry. Currently, most Dong Nai ceramic products are exported to countries in Southeast Asia and Europe.

2. History of formation and development of Bien Hoa pottery village

The pottery village in Dong Nai, affectionately known as Bien Hoa Dong Nai pottery village, originated from the land of Bien Hoa – Dong Nai and was born around the end of the nineteenth century to the beginning of the twentieth century. This is considered the origin of famous Southern pottery villages such as Binh Duong pottery, Thu Duc pottery… With more than 100 large and small ceramic production facilities, Bien Hoa ceramic village used to be very developed and famous.

Before that, Bien Hoa pottery was also so famous that there was a pottery vocational school in Indochina established in 1903. This period is considered the most golden and prosperous time of this pottery village, with the echo spreading throughout the international markets of that period such as the Japanese and French markets,…

3. Characteristics of Bien Hoa ceramic pots

3.1. Ceramic pot material

Ceramic pots in Bien Hoa village are made from natural clay, which is exploited in the area around the village. The clay is of high quality, rich in minerals, which gives the final product good durability and aesthetics.

Viet Thanh Ceramic Raw Material Factory, which supplies raw materials for ceramic production.

3.2. Production engineering

The artisans of Bien Hoa pottery village often use traditional handmade techniques to create pottery pots. The production process involves going through many stages such, as molding, backstamping, marking, pattern ripening and melting. This creates meticulous, sophisticated and unique products.

Viet Thanh Pottery’s design staff is creating shapes on a pot model

3.3. Shaping characteristics

Bien Hoa ceramic pots can have many different shapes such as cylindrical, rectangular, oval, hexagonal and many other shapes. Depending on the intended use and aesthetics of the pot, the shape is created according to the potter’s ideas and designs.

Viet Thanh Ceramic workers meticulously engrave enamel on each product

Ceramic pots usually have soft, delicate and gentle lines. The lines are created using the tools and skillful hands of the potter.

During the shaping process, Bien Hoa ceramic pots are designed so that there is a proportional ratio between the parts, from the bottom, the body of the basin to the mouth of the basin. This helps the final result look harmonious and appealing to the eye.

3.4. The aesthetics of glazed ceramic pots

Bien Hoa glazed ceramic pots have long been famous for their creative enamel colors and sunken carving style, touching the product body, clear, definitive and meticulous patterns. Bien Hoa ceramic pots are often decorated with traditional patterns such as lotus flowers, apricot flowers, and leaves and animals handed down in folklore.

High aesthetics

Bien Hoa pottery pots are made from natural clay, fused to form unique and beautiful shapes. The design of Bien Hoa pottery pots can carry many different styles, from traditional to modern, suitable for many spaces and decorative styles.

3.5. Durability

Bien Hoa ceramic pots have relatively high durability. They are typically made from quality ceramic or terracotta ceramics, which are manufactured using professional fabrication processes. This helps Bien Hoa pottery pots have good resistance to impact, high temperature and water pressure.

However, the durability of Bien Hoa ceramic pots also depends on the user’s use andstorage. Not hitting or hitting hard, not placing the pot in an environment with too high or  low a temperature, ensuring hygiene and not using harsh detergents also helps to increase the durability of the pot.

In conclusion, Bien Hoa ceramic pots have good durability if used and stored properly.

4. Economic value of Bien Hoa ceramic pots

Bien Hoa ceramic pots have economic value due to many factors that positively impact the economy. Here are some important factors:

1. Traditional profession: Bien Hoa ceramic pots have become a long-standing traditional profession, bringing a stable source of income for local people.

2. High quality products: Bien Hoa ceramic pots are made from natural clay, traditionally handmade and fired at high temperatures, ensuring high quality and long-term use.

Bring economic value

3.Tourism development: Bien Hoa ceramic pots have become a famous tourist destination, attracting domestic and foreign tourists. This creates many business opportunities and enhances revenue for the local tourism and cultural industry.

4. Export: Bien Hoa ceramic pots are also exported to many different countries, contributing to the country’s foreign exchange revenue.

5. Summary

In short, Bien Hoa pottery pots are not only artistically valuable but also economically valuable. The quality of this ceramic pot is highly appreciated and has been exported to many countries around the world. This product has also become a typical symbol of Bien Hoa pottery village in particular and Vietnamese pottery in general.

6. Viet Thanh Ceramic Corporation

Viet Thanh Ceramics Joint Stock Company (VICERCO) is a prestigious and successful enterprise established in 1982. The company specializes in the direct production and, export of all kinds of ceramic and handicraft products with high quality.

With more than 40 years of experience in the ceramic industry, Viet Thanh has affirmed its position as one of the leading manufacturers and exporters of ceramic products in Vietnam. The company’s products are exported to many markets around the world and are highly valued for their quality as well as aesthetics.

Viet Thanh not only produces traditional ceramic products but also focuses on innovation and creativity. The company is constantly researching and developing new designs to meet the diverse needs of domestic and foreign customers. With a team of skilled workers, modern technology and a consistent commitment to quality, Viet Thanh is proud to be one of the leading ceramic enterprises in Vietnam.

If you are interested, for more information, please contact the company via the contact information below:

Phuc Nguyen – General Manager – phucnguyen@vicerco.vn

Tel: (+84) 251 395 4312 – Hotline: (+84) 914 292 636

Tien Nguyen – Sale Executive – sale01.pottery@vicerco.vn

Hien Nguyen – Production Manager – hiennguyen@vicerco.vn

Tien Nguyen – Sale Executive – sale01.pottery@vicerco.vn

Trang Le – Sale Executive – trangle@vicerco.vn

The above is information about the address of Bien Hoa ceramic pot production. If possible, please register to visit the Viet Thanh ceramic pot factory to witness the ceramic making process and choose your favorite product!