Song dynasty stoneware bowl

A Chinese Jian ware hare’s fur tea bowl on a short foot.

Jian ware hare's fur bowls are a distinctive type of ceramic from the Song Dynasty (960–1279 CE), produced in Jianyang, Fujian Province. Known for their rich, dark glazes resembling hare fur, these bowls feature streaks and markings created through a unique glazing technique. Typically small to medium in size and elegantly simple in shape, they were often used for serving tea, reflecting the era's tea culture. Highly prized for their beauty and craftsmanship, hare's fur bowls remain collectible artifacts that exemplify the artistic excellence of Chinese ceramics during the Song Dynasty.