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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...

Jun 02, 2023
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I didn't expect that Tenmoku kiln also fired these interesting things!

Kerosene lamp. Tenmoku kiln's kerosene lamp, which is believed to have originated from Sichuan's primitive technology, has been developed by Tenmoku kiln with unique style in the shape of the lamp and glaze color. It has achieved a high degree...

Jun 01, 2023
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What is a "partridge cup" in Tenmoku?

"Partridge spot" is a pattern inspired by the common bird called "partridge" in the northern Fujian area. The bird is similar to quail but slightly larger, with black feathers and many oval-shaped white spots distributed all over its body. Jianzhan...

Jun 01, 2023
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What is the value of the bottom mark on Tenmoku?

Silver Rabbit Hair cup from the Freer Gallery of Art. When it comes to the value of Tenmokus based on their bottom marks, a general principle is followed, which states that "tribute marks are more valuable than other marks, and...

Jun 01, 2023
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Tenmoku's value is in its patterns-Learn to read them fast

No one is perfect, and neither are Jian wares. Due to the complexity of the production process, Jian wares can have various irregular spots, which is also what makes them unique. After high-temperature firing, Jian wares exhibit a variety of...

Jun 01, 2023
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In 2019, what Tenmoku are worth collecting?

[Collectible Tenmoku NO.1] Lv Zhuxing's "Imitation Song Silver Rabbit Hair" Size: 13.2 x 7.6 cm This Tenmoku is modeled after the highest auction record of Sotheby's, which is a 1-to-1 firing of a Song Dynasty Jian kiln "silver rabbit hair"...

May 31, 2023
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Veteran players swear by Tenmoku cups for ultimate tea experience.

The cross-section of Jian ware cups is black or dark gray, or black-brown due to their high iron content. The body is thick and hard, producing a metallic sound when tapped, hence the name "iron body" and giving it a...

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