Chinese Jun Ware Glazed Bowl Song or later #5440

width: approx. 18.5cm (7.28in)
height: approx. 8.5cm (3.35in)
weight: approx. 628g

This ceramic bowl is attributed to Jun ware from the Song Dynasty in China. It features a balanced, rounded form covered with a thick blue glaze, within which natural purple splashes appear, a hallmark of Jun ware ceramics. The glaze has depth and a luminous quality, revealing different expressions depending on the light and viewing angle. Areas around the foot expose the clay body, emphasizing traditional kiln techniques and authenticity. Rather than decorative patterns, this piece highlights the beauty of glaze transformation itself, reflecting the refined aesthetic of Song Dynasty Chinese pottery. Highly regarded among collectors and dealers, Jun ware remains an important category in the history of Chinese ceramics.