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This is a closed-mouth Jianzhan tea bowl fired with traditional craftsmanship from Jianyang, Fujian. Made from the region’s distinctive iron-rich clay, it undergoes a kiln-transmutation process at temperatures exceeding 1300°C.
Its glaze features the iconic silver-blue oil-spot pattern: a deep inky-blue base is covered with fine, stardust-like silver-blue crystalline spots that shimmer with a lustrous glow in the light. This effect is a natural result of complex redox reactions in the iron-rich glaze during firing.
The classic closed-mouth, curved-bodied shape paired with a thick, smooth porcelain body not only complements the aesthetic of a Chinese tea ceremony setting, but also delivers practical heat retention and aroma concentration properties. It is the perfect dual-purpose choice for daily tea tasting and collection appreciation.
In Chinese ceramic culture, the Silver-Blue Oil-Spot Jianzhan symbolizes the beauty of fleeting moments and the harmony between human skill and natural chance. Its stardust-like silver-blue spots evoke the shimmer of dewdrops or the glow of distant stars, embodying the ancient Chinese appreciation for subtle, spontaneous beauty. Artisans viewed these oil-spot patterns as a precious gift from the kiln, representing the irreproducible magic of each firing.
Craftsmanship Insight
The striking silver-blue oil-spot effect is a result of centuries-old ceramic mastery:
• Iron-Rich Clay & Glaze: Sourced from Jianyang, Fujian, the dense, mineral-laden clay and high-iron glaze form the foundation for dramatic crystalline reactions.
• High-Temperature Firing & Controlled Cooling: Fired above 1300°C, the glaze is cooled gradually to trigger the formation of micro-crystals of iron oxide. These crystals grow into the fine, stardust-like silver-blue spots, contrasting vividly against the deep inky-blue base.
• Unrepeatable Uniqueness: Even minor fluctuations in kiln temperature and atmosphere alter the crystal growth, ensuring no two oil-spot patterns are identical. Each Jianzhan is a rare, one-of-a-kind work of art.
color
Inky Blue→ Silver-Blue→ Warm Brown Rim→ Dark Gray Foot
weight
6.17oz
size
h:54.5mm, d:91.9mm
capacity
130ml
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