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Ming Blue
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Ming Blue

History, Fashion, Interior Design, & Pantone®

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Sasha Lavrova
May 14, 2025
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This week’s color takes its name from centuries of craft by one of the most famous dynasties in Chinese history—the Ming Dynasty.

More specifically, I’m referring to the deep cobalt blue famously used in their porcelain, typically on white.

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A Brief History

Throughout history, Ming Blue has been a global symbol of refinement, trade, and high craftsmanship. …

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