Glaze Pattern Glossary
A concise glossary of oil spot, hare fur, rainbow glaze, and common Jian Zhan pattern terms.
The short answer: The most common Jian Zhan glaze terms describe what you see: oil spot looks speckled, hare fur looks streaked, and rainbow glaze looks iridescent or multi-toned. Use these words as visual guides, then verify cup size, photos, and daily use.
Glossary page that keeps pattern names concrete and visual.
How to read pattern terms
Pattern terms help you search, compare, and describe a cup. They do not replace basic product information such as capacity, dimensions, rim finish, and whether the cup is sold individually or as a set.
How to choose by pattern
Oil spot feels dotted and reflective. Hare fur feels directional and flowing. Rainbow glaze feels colorful and expressive. All three can work with oolong, Pu-erh, and black tea.
Buyer checklist
| Question | What to check |
|---|---|
| Oil spot | Speckles or metallic-looking dots on a dark base. |
| Hare fur | Fine streaks, trails, or lines flowing through the glaze. |
| Rainbow | Iridescent color shifts that change with light and angle. |
Common mistakes
- Treating pattern names as universal grading labels.
- Ignoring lighting differences in product photography.
- Assuming one pattern pairs with only one tea.
Recommended Tealibere next steps
- Jian Zhan and Tenmoku cups - Compare current cup shapes, glaze patterns, and capacities in the main Tealibere collection.
- Jian Zhan vs Tenmoku guide - Use the main Tealibere guide for the naming and buying-context bridge.
- Oolong tea - Aromatic oolong has enough body and fragrance for small-cup tasting in Jian Zhan.
FAQ
Which glaze pattern is best?
There is no universal best. Choose by visual preference and cup function.
Why does my cup look different in different light?
Dark and iridescent glazes respond strongly to light angle, brightness, and tea color.