Slicked and sheened by high fire vitrification
A Porcelain glow rightfully deserves strong admiration
It still holds a high value to this day
For if there's a dollar to be made someone will be forced to pay
We see it today in the Ming dynasty Vases topping out Christie’s price lists
For sale; A collected set of priceless forms previously given to your Royal Highness
Originally eyed and spied by European Travelers,
Porcelain became a coveted material that overcame global trade barriers
As global markets grew, everywhere felt its touch
The precious material being traded within the fleets of the British and the Dutch
But as a greed grew and trade routes found their path
Gunboat diplomacy spread and empires unleashed their wrath
That pure white clay has inspired more than just earthen-based artisans
But also merchants and mercenaries to travel out and conquer foreign lands
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