An exhibition showcasing the sword and celadon culture of Longquan opens in Shanghai on April 27. [Photo/WeChat account: zjlqtour]

Longquan's swords and its celadon ceramics culture is currently generating renewed interest in East China's Shanghai.

An exhibition called The World of Longquan – showcasing the celebrated products from Longquan – a county-level city administered by Lishui in East China's Zhejiang province – opened in Shanghai on April 27.

The exhibition, co-organized by the Longquan municipal government and the Shanghai Institute of Visual Arts, is displaying a total of 150 celadon pieces and swords, as well as celadon works from students of the institute.

Originating during the Western Jin Dynasty (265-316), Longquan celadon came to the fore in the Northern Song Dynasty (960-1127). Glazed with green or yellow, pieces of that time featured delicate textures and fine ceramic layers. 

The Longquan sword, named after its birthplace in Longquan, played a significant role in Chinese and global weaponry development. The first crafting of the sword can be traced back to the Spring and Autumn Period (770-476 BC).

The exhibition will last until May 12.