Ru ware is one of the most famous and rarest types of Chinese pottery. Produced for only a short period in the late Northern Song dynasty, it is characterized by its simple forms and its unique bluish-green glaze, which was often compared to the color of the sky after rain.
The subtle crackle pattern known as 'ice crackle' or 'crab claw' was highly prized by collectors for centuries. It represents a peak of minimalist aesthetic, where the beauty lies in the texture and the interaction of light rather than complex decoration.
天青色等煙雨，而我在等妳。