After the rain, the breaking clouds serve as a perfect footnote to the unparalleled beauty of Ru ware, embodying a sense of vastness and lightness, both in the way of utensils and the profound yet simple state of mind. During festive gatherings, the lively and cheerful atmosphere is enhanced by presenting a set of Ru porcelain, adding a touch of natural elegance, fitting both the scene and the sentiment.
While the atmosphere may become more lively, it can also become noisy, causing restlessness. However, the celadon glaze infused with agate, as smooth and beautiful as jade, is pleasing to both the eye and the heart. It is like an early spring breeze, melting away the cold and refreshing like the mountains and clear like the sky, gently wiping away the restless mood, leaving only a room filled with elegance and tranquility.Infused with agate glaze, it captivates both the eye and the heart. Tap on the mini-program to purchase.
Ru ware, the leader among the Five Great Kilns, holds a prestigious position as the ‘Ru, Guan, Ge, Jun, Ding’. Lu You in his ‘Notes from the Old Study’ mentioned: ‘In the old capital, Ding ware was not used in the forbidden palaces, only Ru ware was used, as Ding ware had a rough edge.’ This highlights its status at the time. It once created a prosperous scene of ‘furnaces burning everywhere’, yet it also vanished like a meteor in history. Today, there are very few Ru porcelains that have been passed down and can be verified. Some may ask: after the Song Dynasty, there were many official kilns, why didn’t they make Ru porcelain? There is only one reason – it is too difficult to recreate. In the Northern Song Dynasty, Emperor Huizong used agate in the glaze without regard to cost, yet it was still ‘nine out of ten kilns failed’. In the Southern Song Dynasty, ‘Qingbo Magazine’ recorded that Ru porcelain was ‘especially rare’, on the verge of being lost. The craftsmanship of making Ru porcelain was lost for nearly 800 years, until the 1980s when there was a turning point. At that time, Zhu Liwen, Li Tinghuai, Lou Genwang, Guo Liujiang and others formed the Great Song Ru Official Kiln Firing Technology Group, working tirelessly day and night, and after 20 years, they successively restored the glaze colors of Ru porcelain such as bean green, moon white, and sky blue. Without the dedication of these old craftsmen, we might not have the chance to see this touch of celadon from the Song Dynasty. Although the Ru porcelain has been successfully recreated, there are still very few craftsmen who can truly master the craftsmanship of making Ru porcelain and restore the charm of Ru porcelain’s celadon. That’s why we found Zhang Tuanwei (now known as Zhang Tao), a representative inheritor of the Ru porcelain firing technique at the municipal level of intangible cultural heritage. He established the brand ‘Ru Porcelain Zhang’, where each piece is a sediment of traditional craftsmanship, with careful selection of materials, using agate and raw materials selected from both banks of the Ru River, absorbing the essence of heaven and earth. A piece of Ru porcelain, as green as the sky, as smooth as jade. The sky’s clear and beautiful color after being diluted by rain, with good moisture, can also have a reflective effect under light, as bright as a mirror. The glaze texture is like jade, touching it is like touching silk, delicate and smooth. Only by adhering to the craftsmanship can contemporary Ru porcelain be produced. Certified by intangible cultural heritage, following ancient methods, studying diligently, and countless trials of firing, to restore the charm of Song Dynasty sky blue and reappear the essence of Ru porcelain. It is worth mentioning that Ru Porcelain Zhang insists on using the ancient method of dual-fuel kiln firing, which creates a unique texture of Ru porcelain different from other porcelains.The Ru kiln’s crackled glaze is orderly amidst chaos, with veins arranged like a dense network of paths. Day by day, nurturing with tea, the crackle patterns become clear and visible over time, allowing one to appreciate the beauty of the ‘golden threads and iron wires’ as the texture gradually soaks into the tea’s aroma. I. Small Tea Pot Set This small tea pot set boasts a warm and elegant glaze, with a surface that is shiny but not dazzling, reserved and subtle. Both in appearance and interior, the lines are simple and smooth, neat and exquisite, like a clear blue sky over a tranquil pond, serene and clean. Wherever it is placed, it stands as an unobtrusive yet eye-catching piece of scenery. The small tea pot set is not only for appreciation and play but also an indispensable addition to tea gatherings, enhancing the experience. The pot is small and round, with a short and refined spout for smooth and fluid pouring. The cup shape fits the palm comfortably, with a slightly flared rim for easy drinking. When friends and family gather around, placing this tea set on the tea table subtly fills the air with a leisurely and elegant atmosphere, adding a touch of life’s grace to laughter and conversation, allowing one to savor contentment and joy. II. Tea Cups | Chrysanthemum Cup: ‘Picking Chrysanthemums East of the Fence, Leisurely Seeing the Southern Mountain’ The chrysanthemum cup, like a tranquil pool of water, captures the elegance of the mountains, condensing the natural serenity into one place, reflecting a peaceful and self-satisfied mood. The unique chrysanthemum shape, with delicate and beautiful lines, seems to embody the chrysanthemum’s leisurely spirit in the breeze, each curve as if drawing from the flower’s tranquil charm, quietly fragrant, and full of grace. Holding it gently, like embracing chrysanthemums, fingertips touching the edges of the petals, the fine texture, the heart is gradually soothed, slowly returning to tranquility. Holding this cup, amidst the curling tea fragrance, one seems to traverse time, engaging in a poetic rendezvous that transcends time and space within this natural ambiance. | Lotus Cup: The lotus, emerging from the mud unsoiled and serene, the lotus cup resembles a flowing ink painting, depicting poetry and purity. The rim is like a petal’s edge, and the body is shaped like a petal, meticulously detailed, blending natural beauty with human ingenuity, using the vessel as a form to tell the story of ‘clear water lotus, naturally unadorned’. Pouring tea into it enhances this beautiful scenery and adds a faint fragrance. The tea’s aroma lingers, complementing the lotus cup. A transcendent purity and serenity are found within the vessel and the tea, allowing one to see and savor them thoroughly. | Carefree Cup: Unadorned, Unworried For tea enthusiasts who prefer a simpler design, in addition to the two floral-shaped, sky-blue glazed cups, there is also a carefree cup with a sky-blue glaze. The cup shape is soft and full, with no unnecessary decorations, comfortable and suitable, like clouds leisurely floating in the blue sky, pure and unbound. Holding the carefree cup, the is touch warm, the just-right roundness, like an understanding mind, fits the palm comfortably, at ease and peaceful.
This tea set features a distinct sky blue glaze, reminiscent of a clear sky, profound and tranquil. It seems to lead one’s thoughts into the vast expanse of nature, dissipating restlessness and annoyance. For those who wish to enjoy tea on the go, this portable tea set is perfect. Simply carry the bag and you’re ready to go! Designed for solo tea drinking, the cup and bowl are of the same size, allowing for flexible use. The stackable design, combined with a tea towel and tea bag, makes it compact and portable without taking up space. One bowl, one cup, one person’s drink, opens up a new way of enjoying tea, creating a new tea-drinking atmosphere. The ‘One Person’s Tea Stack’ invites a comfortable and relaxed tea-drinking experience, allowing one to appreciate the tranquility and purity found within the aroma of tea. Clear tea, clean utensils, and a peaceful person – the harmony of these three elements is just right. Agate is incorporated into the glaze, captivating both the eye and the heart.
