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Jun 08, 2023
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The aristocrat in the world of Tenmoku - Wu Jin glaze

Embracing the aristocratic charm of Tenmoku - Wu Jin glaze. Emperor Huizong of Song once said, "The color of the Tenmoku should be dark blue or black." This is what connoisseurs call "ganhei" or "qianghei," which means that the...

Jun 08, 2023
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Origins of Partridge Feather Spot Tenmoku: One-Glance Characteristics

"Recently, many beginners who have started to play with Tenmoku are familiar with the Partridge Feather Spot Tenmoku. However, often many people only know the superficial characteristics without understanding the true origins. Today, the author has summarized three key characteristics...

Jun 08, 2023
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Dragon kiln wood-fired Tenmoku, do you know the "secret"?

Wood firing is the top skill in traditional Chinese Tenmoku firing. Wood firing is seen as an art of "the five elements alternating and the unity of heaven and man" in the eyes of modern artists. Wood firing is the...

Jun 08, 2023
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With so many tea cups available, why do people prefer to use Tenmoku?

There are so many types of tea cups available in the market today, such as the warm and jade-like white porcelain cups, the jade-like blue porcelain cups, and the excellent textured purple clay cups. It seems that any of them...

Jun 07, 2023
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How difficult is it to create a perfect Tenmoku cup?

Tenmoku appeared during the prosperous Tang Dynasty and reached its peak during the Song Dynasty, but then declined and eventually disappeared from history. After experiencing a tumultuous journey through time, it reappeared in our vision, with its numerous beautiful cups...

Jun 07, 2023
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How much is a Yao Bian Tenmoku worth?

The original text of Yao Bian is mentioned in Japan's "Kintaikan Sayucho" as follows: Oil droplet glaze: the second precious type. Its glaze is also black, with faint purple-white starry spots appearing both inside and outside. Compared with Yao Bian,...

Jun 07, 2023
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Song dynasty's Tenmoku tea bowls: "tuhao" or "oil drop" pattern favored?

1."Tu hao" (tu hao). "Tu hao" (tu hao) was the most popular pattern during the Song dynasty. The pattern of "tu hao" tea bowls consists of uniform and fine thread-like veins that penetrate through the black glaze layer, resembling the...

Jun 07, 2023
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Is Tenmoku "toxic"? Then why are more and more people using it to drink tea?

Is the crackle on Tenmoku a flaw? Are Tenmoku with air bubbles not suitable for use? Why are more and more people still using Tenmoku to drink tea despite its many issues? Tenmoku faces many challenges, but the owner of...

Jun 07, 2023
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Analysis of 'Gong Yu' on Song Dynasty Tenmoku Cups: Five Perspectives

Old Jian ware cups with the "gong yu" mark on the bottom are generally considered to have been used as tea wares for the Song Dynasty imperial court, and are highly sought after by collectors of Jian ware. However, most...

Jun 06, 2023
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Who determines the value of Tenmoku bowls?

As a representative of black porcelain and one of the eight famous Song Dynasty ceramics, the value of Jian bowls is determined by their natural kiln transformation and endless variations, which are loved by many tea drinkers and bowl enthusiasts....

Jun 06, 2023
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5 characteristics help understand the beauty of black porcelain's "mysterious darkness"

Black porcelain, also known as tenmoku porcelain, is an ancient porcelain-making technique. It is one of the common glaze colors used for everyday utensils and is a type of porcelain that is fired with a black high-temperature glaze. Black porcelain...

Jun 06, 2023
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Tenmoku bowl patterns: oil droplets and rabbit hair used to explain formation

There is not a single Tenmoku bowl in the world that is exactly the same, which actually refers to the unique pattern characteristics of each Tenmoku bowl. Moreover, its bright and heavy color is something that other ceramics do not...

Jun 06, 2023
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Understand Tenmoku glaze color mystery in 5 minutes: a concise guide

The beauty of Tenmoku is diverse and ever-changing. Today, Tenmoku Club will briefly introduce the soul of Tenmoku - glaze color, hoping to be helpful to those who are new to Tenmoku. Glaze color is an indispensable soul of Tenmoku...

Jun 06, 2023
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10 Taboos for Tenmoku Cup Play: Remember Them

Avoid being impatient and not being down-to-earth. "Rome wasn't built in a day." Don't assume that you can become a Tenmoku collector overnight. Collecting Tenmoku is not just about having money to acquire highly valuable pieces. It requires luck and...

Jun 05, 2023
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Tenmoku Worth Collecting? The 3 Must-Have Traits

In recent years, Tenmoku has become a new favorite in the collecting world. However, due to factors such as dating, it can be difficult to determine their value at first glance. What are the characteristics of Tenmoku cups that can...

Jun 02, 2023
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Classification of the depth of glaze color for Tenmoku

The glaze of Tenmoku belongs to the category of ancient Chinese crystalline glaze. During the firing process, due to the different kiln temperature and atmosphere in different parts of the kiln, the glaze will form various natural and unique patterns....

Jun 02, 2023
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Discussions on the Issue of "Crackles" on Tenmoku

Crackling Effect on Old Tenmoku Some Tenmoku often have a crackling effect similar to that of old Song Dynasty Tenmoku and Ge kiln, Ru kiln. However, the crackling effect on Tenmoku is different from that of Ge kiln and Ru...

Jun 02, 2023
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Why is the Silver Rabbit hair so rare?

Among the magical patterns of Tenmoku, the beautiful "rabbit hair" Tenmoku is also a rare treasure, especially the "silver rabbit hair" Tenmoku. It has a strong metallic texture and a strong sense of relief when touched. It shines brightly under...

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