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ABSOLUTE PROOF OF AUTHENTICITY ! (Northern Song Dynasty 1st Ru Kiln Tribute Ru Wares)
Groundbreaking Discovery Challenges the Established History of Ru Ware
[Cherry Hill NJ 05/25/2025] – A shocking revelation in the world of ancient Chinese ceramics is set to disrupt the established understanding of Ru ware, one of the most prized ceramics of the Song Dynasty. Independent researcher and collector [Joseph Sharon] has uncovered irrefutable evidence proving that Imperial Ru wares incorporated crushed blue agate in their glazes and fire-gilded bands on their rims and bases—features that have been systematically ignored by museums and auction houses.
With a personal collection of over 300 pieces and extensive microscopic imaging evidence, [Joseph Sharon] has repeatedly attempted to present these findings to leading institutions, only to be met with silence and resistance.
Microscopic Evidence Exposes Long-Held Myths
Through high-resolution microscopic analysis, the presence of blue agate within Ru ware glazes has been confirmed. This contradicts the long-held claim that no such material remained after firing or was used in Song Dynasty ceramics. Agate, with its unique melting properties, remains intact within the glaze, creating a distinctive and recognizable effect that is scientifically impossible to replicate artificially.
Furthermore, many of these artifacts feature fire-gilded bands, a lost technique using a gold and mercury mixture that corrodes naturally over time, forming cuprite and botryoidal malachite—a signature of genuine Imperial wares. This technique has not been in use since the mid-1800s due to safety concerns, further proving the age and authenticity of these artifacts.
Resistance from Museums and Auction Houses
Despite sharing detailed analyses and microscopic photographs, leading auction houses and institutions, including the Palace Museum in Taiwan, have refused to examine the collection. The implications of this research challenge the credibility of millions of dollars' worth of past Ru ware sales, many of which were misattributed merchant-grade wares.
"The art world must prioritize historical accuracy over institutional reputations and market interests," says [Joseph Sharon]. "Refusing to engage with this evidence is a disservice to scholarship and collectors alike."
Call to Action: Seeking Open-Minded Scholars and Institutions
[Joseph Sharon] invites independent researchers, universities, and institutions to examine the collection and conduct independent testing to validate these findings.
In an effort to bring transparency to the art and research world, a new website is set to launch, showcasing high-resolution microscopic images, detailed reports, and side-by-side comparisons with known Ru ware artifacts.
History must be shaped by evidence, not by the reluctance of institutions to admit past mistakes. The time for truth is now.
For media inquiries, interview requests, or collaboration opportunities, please contact:
[Joseph Sharon]
[E-MAIL
Joseph.Sharon@chinesemasterpieces.com]
WEBSITE [https://www.chinesemasterpieces.com]
[Joseph Sharon] is a dedicated independent researcher and collector specializing in Song Dynasty ceramics. With an extensive collection and a passion for uncovering historical truths, [Joseph Sharon] has spent years analyzing and documenting evidence that challenges conventional narratives. Through scientific analysis and meticulous research, their goal is to bring long-overdue transparency to the world of ancient Chinese ceramics.
Chinese Ancient fine art at 1st Ru Kiln Imperial Tribute wares are the finest wares they were producing at that time and they gifted these
wares to Emperor Huizong of the Northern Song Dynasty.
All tribute wares are generally small with fire gilded over copper bands, these bands have cuprite and malachite corrosion and this guarantees their great age and is more reliable than a TL test and used by all experts to determine authenticity of an artifact and can't be faked! Tribute wares are glazed all over and they're fired on setters with prongs that hold the piece off the kiln floor. The prongs leave spur marks on the base and these marks are sesame seed size and shape. Tribute wares have a beautiful smooth glaze and they don't have any crushed agate stone in the glaze. Only wares that Chinese Emperor Huizong commissioned and helped developed. the Official Imperial Royal wares have crushed agate in the glaze. The Tribute Wares either have an off white or ash colored biscuit and they are much finer done than the merchant wares. All the Ru wares that are recorded in museums and collections do not have agate in the glaze, they say it can't be seen because it melted. This is a false narrative the pieces that are in museum and collection that they have recorded are generally flawed merchant wares and they never had agate in the glaze only Official Imperial Royal Ru Wares have agate in the glaze this can be seen with a 20x loupe.
Groundbreaking Discovery Challenges the Established History of Ru Ware
[Cherry Hill NJ 05/25/2025] – A shocking revelation in the world of ancient Chinese ceramics is set to disrupt the established understanding of Ru ware, one of the most prized ceramics of the Song Dynasty. Independent researcher and collector [Joseph Sharon] has uncovered irrefutable evidence proving that Imperial Ru wares incorporated crushed blue agate in their glazes and fire-gilded bands on their rims and bases—features that have been systematically ignored by museums and auction houses.
With a personal collection of over 300 pieces and extensive microscopic imaging evidence, [Joseph Sharon] has repeatedly attempted to present these findings to leading institutions, only to be met with silence and resistance.
Microscopic Evidence Exposes Long-Held Myths
Through high-resolution microscopic analysis, the presence of blue agate within Ru ware glazes has been confirmed. This contradicts the long-held claim that no such material remained after firing or was used in Song Dynasty ceramics. Agate, with its unique melting properties, remains intact within the glaze, creating a distinctive and recognizable effect that is scientifically impossible to replicate artificially.
Furthermore, many of these artifacts feature fire-gilded bands, a lost technique using a gold and mercury mixture that corrodes naturally over time, forming cuprite and botryoidal malachite—a signature of genuine Imperial wares. This technique has not been in use since the mid-1800s due to safety concerns, further proving the age and authenticity of these artifacts.
Resistance from Museums and Auction Houses
Despite sharing detailed analyses and microscopic photographs, leading auction houses and institutions, including the Palace Museum in Taiwan, have refused to examine the collection. The implications of this research challenge the credibility of millions of dollars' worth of past Ru ware sales, many of which were misattributed merchant-grade wares.
"The art world must prioritize historical accuracy over institutional reputations and market interests," says [Joseph Sharon]. "Refusing to engage with this evidence is a disservice to scholarship and collectors alike."
Call to Action: Seeking Open-Minded Scholars and Institutions
[Joseph Sharon] invites independent researchers, universities, and institutions to examine the collection and conduct independent testing to validate these findings.
In an effort to bring transparency to the art and research world, a new website is set to launch, showcasing high-resolution microscopic images, detailed reports, and side-by-side comparisons with known Ru ware artifacts.
History must be shaped by evidence, not by the reluctance of institutions to admit past mistakes. The time for truth is now.
For media inquiries, interview requests, or collaboration opportunities, please contact:
[Joseph Sharon]
[E-MAIL
Joseph.Sharon@chinesemasterpieces.com]
WEBSITE [https://www.chinesemasterpieces.com]
[Joseph Sharon] is a dedicated independent researcher and collector specializing in Song Dynasty ceramics. With an extensive collection and a passion for uncovering historical truths, [Joseph Sharon] has spent years analyzing and documenting evidence that challenges conventional narratives. Through scientific analysis and meticulous research, their goal is to bring long-overdue transparency to the world of ancient Chinese ceramics.
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