Song Re-creation – Jade-like Crackle Jian Ware（SRP 2504-10-02）

Natural burial-aged after firing.

A scholarly re-creation of jade-like crackle surfaces observed on excavated Song-dynasty Jian ware, this piece follows a compact, low-profile form with restrained curvature, reflecting functional vessels rather than specialized whisking bowls. The crackle network forms through differential contraction between glaze and body during cooling, producing a naturally distributed structure rather than artificially induced patterns.

Unlike modern ceramics where crackle is often controlled or mechanically introduced, this piece develops its structure entirely through high-temperature firing and natural cooling behavior. The resulting network remains stable yet responsive, continuing to interact with tea over time.

The surface is further refined through post-firing burial aging. During burial, soil minerals and environmental moisture gradually integrate with the glaze and clay, softening the surface and stabilizing the crackle, creating a material state closer to authentic archaeological aging.

Handmade and wood-fired in Jianyang, Fujian, using local iron-rich clay and naturally iron-bearing mineral glaze.

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: Underglaze crystallization

• Glaze Category: Yuzi (Jade-like Crackle)

• Work Attribute: Individually numbered piece

• Origin: Shuiji Town, Jianyang, Fujian, China

Details

• Diameter: 9.2 cm (3.62 in)

• Height: 4.3 cm (1.69 in)

• Weight: 128 g (4.52 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

• 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 (for collectors who choose to use the cup for tea)