The glaze on this Base Mark 1972 cup catches light in a way that rewards a second look. There is a gentle dignity to its shape. There is warmth in its hand-finished surface. It is beautiful in the way useful things can be.
Fired in Jingdezhen, it has the thin, resonant body that region is known for. Collectors will appreciate the fine detailing, a detail that takes real kiln control. The balanced composition has the soft irregularity of genuine handwork. A second look always finds something new in the subtle ink tones. It carries the quiet pride of Jingdezhen, a town that has fired fine porcelain for a thousand years.
For elegant Asian table styling, the cultural layer makes it memorable. For elegant Asian table styling, it brings the patina of something with roots. Long story short, a Base Mark 1972 cup is one of the easiest upgrades a room can get.