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A black-glazed 'oil-spot' teabowl, — A black-glazed 'oil-spot' teabowl, Southern Song dynasty 南宋 黑釉油滴天目茶盞

A black-glazed 'oil-spot' teabowl,

A black-glazed 'oil-spot' teabowl, Southern Song dynasty 南宋 黑釉油滴天目茶盞

A black-glazed 'oil-spot' teabowl from the Southern Song dynasty, showcasing the distinctive technique that creates spotted patterns resembling oil drops on the dark surface. This is a classic example of Jian ware craftsmanship.

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CHADŌ – The Beauty of Japanese Tea Ceremony

October 9, 2022

Estimate: $30,000$50,000

Lot 629

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A black-glazed 'oil-spot' teabowl,, A black-glazed 'oil-spot' teabowl, Southern Song dynasty 南宋 黑釉油滴天目茶盞

A black-glazed 'oil-spot' teabowl from the Southern Song dynasty, showcasing the distinctive technique that creates spotted patterns resembling oil drops on the dark surface. This is a classic example of Jian ware craftsmanship.

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Black Glaze, Oil Spot, Jian Ware, Southern Song, Tea Ceremony, Ceramic, Teabowl