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This is a fully handcrafted blue and white tea bowl from Jingdezhen, where underglaze blue pigment captures the quiet elegance of a literati landscape. Gnarled ancient pines with layered needles stretch across the bowl, while distant mountains fade into a soft mist, evoking the serene poetry of Song Dynasty ink paintings. Its wide, shallow form and jade-like porcelain body feel warm and balanced in the hand. As you sip your tea, you’ll not only taste the brew but also immerse yourself in the tranquil mood of “watching clouds rise from a pine-clad hill”—making this bowl both a functional vessel and a window into Chinese literati aesthetics.
In Chinese culture, the pine tree is a revered symbol of longevity, resilience, and integrity. It remains evergreen through winter, embodying the virtue of perseverance and the wisdom of enduring calm. When paired with distant mountains, the scene evokes the literati ideal of finding peace in nature—a timeless invitation to slow down and savor the moment with every sip.
The Underglaze Blue technique is a hallmark of Jingdezhen’s 1,000-year porcelain heritage. Pigment is applied directly to the porcelain body before glazing, then fired at 1300°C. This high-temperature process locks in the blue color, ensuring it remains vivid and scratch-resistant for generations. Each brushstroke is preserved in the glaze, making every bowl a unique work of art that bridges tradition and daily life.
color
Underglaze blue
weight
1.68oz
size
h:45.5mm, d:84.7mm
capacity
100ml
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