Dark Blue Dot Glaze Short Open-mouth Shape Cup

This dark silver hare's fur tea cup is made by Xiao-Wei, Xu.

The most striking feature is the glossy black glaze that covers the interior and exterior of the bowl. This glaze exhibits several characteristics typical of high-quality Jianzhan:

1. Oil spot effect: The interior of the bowl shows a constellation-like pattern of small, iridescent spots. These spots vary in size and color, ranging from silvery-blue to golden hues, creating a galaxy-like appearance against the dark background.
2. Hare's fur effect: While not prominently visible in these images, there are subtle streaks in the glaze that resemble fine animal fur, a prized effect in Jianzhan.
3. Mirror-like finish: The glaze has a highly reflective, almost mirror-like quality, especially visible on the exterior of the bowl.
4. Color variation: While predominantly black, the glaze shows subtle variations in tone, with some areas appearing slightly grayer or bluer.

The combination of the deep black base glaze with the oil spot and potential hare's fur effects creates a visually striking and highly prized tea bowl. This Jianzhan exemplifies the beauty and complexity that can be achieved through this traditional glazing technique.