Northern Song Dynasty Jun Ware Sky-Blue Glazed Small Cup with Copper-Red Splash Effect (11th Century)

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Dimensions & Weight: Diameter 9 cm (3.5 in / 0.30 ft), height 4 cm (1.6 in / 0.13 ft), Northern Song Dynasty period (11th Century)Condition & Provenance: The piece is in good overall condition with a well-preserved form and a smooth, naturally aged glaze surface. The sky-blue glaze displays the distinctive Jun ware copper-red splash effect, with vibrant red areas created through the kiln transformation process. The base retains natural firing characteristics. Provenance: From a private collection in Hong Kong.Description: This Northern Song Dynasty Jun ware small cup is a fine example of the celebrated kiln-transformed beauty that made Jun ceramics highly admired among collectors. The compact and elegant form is complemented by a luminous sky-blue glaze, highlighted by naturally formed copper-red splashes that create a striking yet harmonious visual effect. Jun ware is especially renowned for its unpredictable kiln transformations, often described by collectors as producing unique colors and patterns with every firing. This refined small cup reflects the Song dynasty appreciation for simplicity, balance, and the beauty of natural variation, making

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