The Li Ceramics Museum in Kaohsiung will proudly launch a new collection exhibition this weekend (July 12), leading visitors through a "Ceramics Unboxing" experience that revisits the stories of love and art from the French court of the 18th century. The highlight of the exhibition is a large plate depicting portraits of King Louis XV and his beloved Madame de Pompadour, which will be publicly displayed for the first time. The unveiling is timed to coincide with the eve of the French National Day, symbolizing a heartfelt tribute to the cultural and romantic spirit of France’s Golden Age.

This rare large plate features a pink crackle glaze as a border, with a delicate hand-painted portrait at its center, surrounded by gold-painted crowns and Rococo floral motifs, showcasing the dignity and delicate beauty of 18th-century royal artistry. The museum will unveil it with a "ribbon-sealed plate" format, allowing attendees to feel as if they are directly unearthing history and participating in a love story spanning over three centuries.

Madame de Pompadour was not only the most trusted lover of King Louis XV but also a pivotal figure in the promotion of Rococo aesthetics. With her extraordinary beauty and profound cultural knowledge, she captivated the heart of this passionate king, helping to foster art policies that were crucial in the rise of the Sèvres porcelain factory. In addition to the main plate, the exhibition will also display various exquisite collections from Sèvres, including gilded tea sets, portrait plates, and luxurious vases, fully presenting the splendor of ceramics in court life.

The Li Ceramics Museum aims to use the "Ceramics Unboxing" curatorial approach to encourage visitors to appreciate the craftsmanship of the artworks, while also feeling the deep-seated historical emotion and cultural context behind them, experiencing a French love fable that interweaves emotion and art across time and space.