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Curious about your cups? Explore Jian ware one topic at a time.
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New to Jian ware? Begin with the essentials.
Start Here Clay information
The Clay Behind Jian Zhan (建盏) When collectors first discover Jian Zhan, the glaze usually receives most of the attention. However, experienced…
Start Here Seasoning (养杯)
Seasoning Jianzhan 养盏 · Yǎng Zhǎn What really changes when a Jian Zhan is used for tea, what collectors mean by “rainbow…
Start Here The History of Jian Kiln
The History of Jian Kiln: From Ancient Tea Bowls to Modern Archaeology Jian Kiln, or Jianyao, was one of China’s most important…