Moyun Longzun: Ancient Rhyme Black Pottery

In terms of use scenarios and maintenance, broomsticks suitable for living rooms and study desks can complement wood furniture, paintings, etc., and add to the cultural atmosphere of the space. It can also be given as a gift to elders or relatives and friends to pass on good wishes. During maintenance, due to the weakness of the casting part, collisions and violent vibrations should be avoided to prevent damage. At the same time, avoid placing it in a damp or direct sunlight place to avoid affecting its color and texture. It can be lightly wiped on a regular basis with a soft dry cloth to keep its surface clean and shiny.
Materials and craftsmanship
Raw material selection: The clay used for this black clay gourd has a strict standard of good plasticity and delicateness to ensure that the design details are perfectly represented during the shape and engraving process. After selection, the clay soil goes through several stages of drying, shattering, and sifting to remove impurities and particles in it, so that its texture is more uniform and pure.
The shaping process involves sculpting clay into the shape of a calabash by means of hand-pulling or mold shaping. During the plastic process, it is necessary to continuously adjust and correct to ensure that the proportions of the gourd are coordinated, the lines are smooth, and the shape is natural and beautiful.
Cutting: This is the core technical aspect of the craft. Before sculpting, the craftsmen carefully draw patterns on the clay to determine the position and shape of the “life” characters, fish prints and other decorative patterns. When sculpting, delicate sculpting tools, such as carves, chisels, etc., are used to make eccentric sculptures in a skilled manner. For “life” characters, we must ensure that the thickness and shape of the drawing are consistent; The carving of fish prints needs to pay attention to detail, such as the fish’s eyes, scales, and fins must be depicted as vivid. During the sculpting process, the craftsman needs to remain focused and patient at all times, and a slight inadvertence may destroy the aesthetic of the entire pattern.
Burning process: After the engraving is completed, the clay needs to be dried, remove the moisture in it, and put into a kiln for burning. During the cooking process, the control of fire and time is essential. The kiln temperature and the cooking time need to be precisely adjusted according to the characteristics of the clay and the requirements of the craftsmanship, so that the clay reaches the ideal hardness and color. High temperature burning not only makes the ceramic body strong and durable, but also makes the black more deep and even, showing a unique gloss.
Shape and Pattern Design
The overall shape: The shape of this black clay gourd is extremely artistic. The size ratio of the two spheres is carefully designed to meet people’s aesthetic habits and display the unique shape of the gourd. The neck of the gourd is thin and slightly curved, echoing the curved part of the top, like a naturally grown gourd vine, adding a sense of movement and life. The entire shape is smooth and full of lines, giving a harmonious and comfortable visual feeling.
Pattern layout: The pattern is well laid out and has a sense of hierarchy. The “life” character in the upper half occupies a central position and is surrounded by elaborate floral arrangements to form a visual focus. The fish-pattern in the lower part is spread across the belly of the gourd