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Ceramic, Pottery, Porcelain – as someone who enjoys Jianzhan teacups, you must come across these terms frequently. Have you ever wondered about their differences? Is Jianzhan made of pottery or porcelain? From a historical perspective, pottery predates porcelain to the extent that many people influenced by pottery cannot correctly distinguish the characteristics of various types […]

The formation of oil spot patterns on Jianzhan ceramics during the Song Dynasty is attributed to the enrichment of iron oxide on the surface of the glaze, followed by the crystallization of hematite and magnetite upon cooling. The formation process can be described as follows: 1. Formation of bubbles in the glaze: Oil spots are […]

1. After prolonged use, why does tea residue form in teacups? Tea leaves contain tannins, which become active and dissolve in water when steeped in boiling water. After a while, they undergo oxidation, resulting in a darker color. At the same time, the molecular structure of tannins changes, forming tannates. Tannates are insoluble in water and […]

1.What are the primary utensils included in the Tenmoku tea sets? One of the most critical features of Teochew gongfu tea is that it can be complicated or simple, which is why Chaozhou Tenmoku tea has been passed down for so long. One teapot or Gaiwan, three teacups, one fair cup, and one filter are […]

Modern Jianzhan craftsmanship began to revive in the 1980s, and many outstanding ceramic artists dedicated themselves to restoring lost traditional techniques, adorning the contemporary revival of Jianzhan with charming creations. Among them are eight representative Jianzhan masters whose works showcase the artistic style of contemporary Jianzhan artisans. 1. Sun Jianxing – “孙建兴”: Sun Jianxing is […]

1. “Tea Bowls” “茶碗” This book introduces the highest-end tea utensils stored in major museums in Japan, including three Jianzhan designated as national treasures and tea utensils produced in various kilns during the Song Dynasty in China. It is beautifully printed and is a book worth having. 2. “Tenmoku” by Yasuko Nishida, Sato, “The Beauty […]

Let’s look at some Jianzhan that have rusted, as shown in the image below. Has your Jianzhan also experienced rusting? 1. Why does Jianzhan rust, and which parts are prone to rust? It is widely known that the patterns on the surface of Jianzhan mainly consist of precipitated iron crystals. The composition of these iron […]

1. Tenmoku lamp 1)Jian kiln fuel-saving lamp You can observe the image below. This lamp comprises two parts (upper cup and lower bowl), forming a sandwich structure with a triangular water inlet on the side. Adding cold water into the orifice aims to lower the temperature of the oil, preventing rapid evaporation caused by the […]

1. What Jianzhan collection refers to In recent years, the soaring prices of Jianzhan in the auction market have made many friends realize the collectible value of Jianzhan. The oil spot cups sold at the 2016 Christie’s auction in New York for a high price of $11701000. We are not talking about the antique Jianzhan […]

1. What is a hare’s fur cup The glaze color is an indispensable soul for the Jianzhan Tenmuku cup. The hare’s fur bowl is a black glazed porcelain with a glazed surface resembling rabbit hair fired in a kiln. The hare’s fur cup was very famous in the Song Dynasty. Emperor Huizong said in his […]