Pearl-Spot Song Re-creation Jian Ware (SRP 2504-10-04)

Natural burial-aged after firing.

A scholarly re-creation of the rare Pearl-Spot glaze documented on excavated Song-dynasty Jian ware, this bowl follows the compact proportions and restrained curvature characteristic of eleventh–twelfth century tea bowls. Set against a deep ink-blue ground, pale oval spots with soft mineral halos reflect the crystallization structures observed on the limited archaeological examples of this glaze type.

Unlike modern ceramics artificially aged through chemical or mechanical abrasion, this piece develops its subdued, time-softened surface through genuine burial in earth. During burial, natural soil minerals, moisture, and environmental conditions gradually interact with the clay and glaze, producing a patina closer to authentic post-burial aging.

Handmade and wood-fired in Jianyang, Fujian, using local iron-rich clay and naturally iron-bearing mineral glaze. Each dragon-kiln firing develops under unique atmospheric and reduction conditions, resulting in individual crystalline structures that ensure every Pearl-Spot bowl remains one of a kind.

Technical Specifications

• Kiln Type: Skyward Dragon Kiln (wood-fired)

• Firing Temperature: Approx. 1300–1350 °C

• Firing Cycle: About 20 days preparation, 3 days firing

• Firing Atmosphere: Natural oxidation–reduction transition

• Forming Method: Fully hand-thrown

• Trimming Method: Fully hand-trimmed

• Clay Source: Native clay from Shuiji Town, Jianyang, Fujian

• Clay Iron Content: ≥8%

• Glaze Type: Iron-based mineral glaze

• Glaze Source: Native mineral glaze from Shuiji Town, Jianyang

• Crystallization Depth: Surface crystallization

• Glaze Category: Pearl-Spot (Partridge-Feather type)

• Work Attribute: Individually numbered piece

• Origin: Shuiji Town, Jianyang, Fujian, China

Details

• Diameter: 9.6 cm (3.78 in)

• Height: 4.8 cm (1.89 in)

• Weight: 179 g (6.31 oz)

Note:

– To preserve its naturally aged, burial-formed surface and original rustic state, capacity is not measured with water.

– All measurements are taken by hand; slight variation may occur.

In the Box

• Natural Paulownia Collector’s Box

• Linen Cup Pouch

• Double-Layer Cotton Tea Towel

• Collector’s Brochure with Certificate — artisan-signed, sealed, and individually numbered

• Care Instruction Card