Item Report
Song Dynasty Jian Ware Tenmoku Stoneware Tea Bowl
宋代建盏天目釉茶碗
By: Unknown, traditional Jian kilns
Style: Chinese Song Dynasty Jian Ware / Tenmoku Stoneware
Origin: China
Materials: Stoneware, Jian ‘hare’s fur’ or Tenmoku glaze
Age: circa 12th–13th century (Song Dynasty, 960–1279)
Condition: Good (some glaze mottling, rim appears intact but uneven and possibly chipped from firing; visible wear consistent with age)
Value: $800–$2,500 (depending on condition and provenance; auction liquidation estimate)
Maker's Marks / Writing: None visible; Jian ware typically lacks maker’s marks.
Date: 2025-06-03 06:42:13.975723
Description:
This is a small, hand-thrown stoneware tea bowl with a dark, thick Jian (Tenmoku) glaze. The bowl's irregular shape, thick walls, and the presence of dark brown to black glaze with lighter blue and russet specks are indicative of Jian ware, which was highly prized for tea drinking during the Song Dynasty. The glaze appears to have pooled and mottled in the interior, consistent with the unpredictable results of wood-fired kilns from the period. This ware was produced in Jianyang, Fujian, China, and pieces often display a rustic, artisanal quality. 这是一只手工拉制的小型石器茶碗，覆盖有厚重的建盏（天目）釉。碗体形状不规整，壁较厚，呈深褐色至黑色釉面，并伴有浅蓝和铁锈色斑点，体现了建盏的典型特征。釉面内部有流淌和斑驳的痕迹，这与宋代木柴烧窑的偶然效果一致。这类陶瓷产自中国福建省建阳，常带有朴素、手作的美感。
Curator Questions
Curated by Jade
Assessment:
A likely example of Song Dynasty Jian ware, this bowl exhibits classic glaze and form for tea appreciation. The rough, uneven rim and dark, mottled surface with bluish flecks are typical. If fully authentic, this would be a desirable collector item; however, similar modern reproductions exist and should be considered in valuation. 这只茶碗很可能是宋代建盏的代表作，釉色和造型均符合品茗器的典型特征。不规则的口沿、深色斑驳釉面及略带蓝斑，是建盏的代表性特征。如果确认为真品，则极具收藏价值，但市场上同类的现代仿制品也较多，需谨慎辨别。
Individual Images:
- The provided angle highlights the thickness of the glaze and the tactile
- rustic rim typical of Jian ware. The interior mottling and color transitions are consistent with wood-fired kiln techniques. The close view of the rim shows uneven glaze application and possible natural firing flaws rather than later damage.
Provenance:
No provenance documentation provided.
Condition:
Good (some glaze mottling, rim appears intact but uneven and possibly chipped from firing; visible wear consistent with age)
Identification Score: 90%
The form, glaze, and apparent firing technique match authentic Song Dynasty Jian ware characteristics, but confirmation is limited by the single image and lack of a clear base view. 造型、釉色和烧制工艺与正宗宋代建盏特征高度吻合，但因仅有一张图片且未显示底部，鉴定有一定局限。
Authenticity Score: 75%
The piece displays strong period correct traits, such as the thick hare’s fur glaze and shape, but without close inspection of the foot and base (which often reveal details like kiln scars and authentic aging), a degree of uncertainty remains. Modern replicas can be quite convincing. 该茶碗具备许多时代特征，如厚重的兔毫釉和形制，但未能近距离观察足底（如窑痕和自然老化迹象等关键细节），因此存在一定的不确定性。现代仿品有时也能以假乱真。
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Keywords
Jian ware, Song Dynasty, Tenmoku bowl, Chinese tea bowl, stoneware, hare's fur glaze, antique pottery, Song ceramics 建盏，宋代，天目碗，中国茶碗，石器，兔毫釉，古董陶瓷，宋瓷
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