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2nd Commissioned Ru Ware Vase With Gilded Over Copper Bands And Crushed Agate In Glaze
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I started collecting in the 70s and in the 90s I began to put together a very fine collection from private Chinese sources that risk severe persecution just owning their collections that were passed down by ancestors that were in power long before the Communist.
This Is The Official Commissioned Imperial
Ru Ware Collection From The Northern Song Dynasty Emperor Huizong's Personal Collection
These 2nd commissioned wares the foot rings are unglazed and they were fired flat in the kiln, and this vase shown has fire gilded over copper bands that are corroded with cup-rite and malachite. It's 100% authentic and easy to prove because of the cup-rite and malachite corrosion that takes almost 1000 years to develop on the fire gilded copper bands and everyone can see this easily with your own eyes also the crushed agate in the glaze can be seen with a 20x loupe! You don't have to be an expert to understand this. All 2nd commissioned wares are not marked. The 2nd commissioned wares have an off white biscuit that turns brownish after firing, the wares have a very rich beautiful smooth glaze without any crackle, extremely rare wares have fire gilded over copper bands, This Cong Vase is the finest Vase from the hoard of Chinese Emperor Huizong Of The Song Dynasty 1082 to 1135 Personal Collection.`
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Below is a row of closeups photos to show you the Cuprite and Malachite corrosion on the RU WARE Copper Fire gilded Bands. (Fire gilding with gold and mercury, the mercury metal being driven off afterward by fire. This type of gilding hasn't been used since the mid 1800 because it is very dangerous)This took almost 1000 years to develop on these bands and this can't be faked. (From the book Copper and bronze in art by David Scott) (chapter 3 page 106 Malachite in bronze patinas) (The natural transition of metal to cuprite to malachite is very difficult to replicate in the laboratory. In fact, most of the recipes for producing artificial green patinas on copper alloys, such as those compiled by Hughes and Rowe (1982), do not result in malachite formation over a cuprite layer. Consequently, the existence of this type of corrosion, supported by analytical and metallographic studies, is a good indication of the authenticity of an artifact.) Also microscopic photos of the RU WARE glaze which you can see the tiny reflective specs of crushed agate that was used in the glaze. The reflective agate specs can also be seen when using a 20x loupe, only Commissioned Imperial Ru Wares have crushed agate in the glaze. The pieces that have been sold by the corrupt Auction companies will not show crush agate in there glaze because they never used agate in Merchant wares. Only Official Commissioned Imperial Ru wares used agate in the glaze. The finest Merchant wares have gild copper bands these were given as tribute to the Emperor. Most Merchant ware was sold to the wealthy merchants. The Merchant pieces that were flawed were sold very cheap to the population and Merchant wares that were extremely flawed were destroyed. When Emperor Huizong commissioned the Ru Kiln, he worked with the Ru kiln and designed wares for himself and his court and made them his official Kiln. He wanted them to use agate in the glaze in all his Commissioned wares. The Commissioned wares are generally larger then what the Ru Kiln had been producing, also they have there own distinct styles, forms, and glazes that many have not been seen even until today. They have found the Ru kiln site where they made the Merchant wares before Emperor Huizong commissioned them. I don't believe they have found Emperor Huizong's official Ru kiln site yet.
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]
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[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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I speak out to expose the corruption that permeates the entire fine Asian art market in America and the World. I started collecting in the 70s and in the 90s I began to put together a very fine collection from private Chinese sources that risk severe persecution just owning their collections that were passed down by ancestors that were in power long before the Communist.
