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Up for sale is this "13C High-Quality Jin-Yuan Dynasty Jun Ware Purple-Splashed Bowl #5158" If you have any questions please contact us before buy it. No reserve.
Caliber: approx. 15.5cm (6 7⁄64in)
Height: approx. 6.5cm (2 9⁄16in)
Weight: 407g
Origin: China
This 13th-century Jin-Yuan Dynasty Jun Ware Purple-Splashed Bowl is an exceptionally captivating piece of art.
First, it showcases the unique beauty of Jun ware glaze. The interior displays a delicate gradation of blue and purple tones, offering different expressions depending on the viewing angle. The purple spots, known as shihan (purple splashes), are the result of natural glaze reactions, blending the unpredictability of kiln effects with masterful craftsmanship, creating a one-of-a-kind design.
These purple splashes are referred to as yohen (kiln changes), appearing irregularly due to temperature fluctuations and glaze composition during firing. This uniqueness, where no two patterns are the same, adds to its allure for collectors. The use of such advanced techniques during the Jin-Yuan period reflects the high level of ceramic craftsmanship of the time.
Moreover, this bowl possesses an elegant and profound beauty that transcends eras, carrying both aesthetic and historical value. It is a precious artifact that communicates the culture and techniques of 13th-century Chinese ceramics to the present day, sure to leave viewers in awe.