TENMOKU ATELIER STUDIO JOURNAL

How Jian Zhan Tenmoku Tea Cups Are Made

תשובה קצרה: Glazed ceramic teaware is generally formed, dried, glazed, fired, cooled, and inspected. The exact clay, glaze, firing schedule, and finishing method can differ by maker and product.

General production stages

1. Forming: the vessel shape is created and refined.
2. Drying: moisture is reduced before firing.
3. Glazing: a glaze layer is applied according to the intended surface and finish.
4. Firing and cooling: heat transforms the ceramic body and glaze.
5. Inspection: the finished piece is checked for its visible form and surface.

What this page does not certify

This overview is educational. It does not certify that every TENMOKU ATELIER item uses the same material, maker, kiln, temperature, or firing method. Check the individual product page for item-specific details; if a detail is not shown, ask before purchasing.