noun
- Ceramic or pottery items, typically decorative or functional pieces, characterized by a fine network of cracks in the glaze that creates a distinctive crackled surface pattern.
Usage: Usually used in plural form; Refers to a style of pottery or porcelain, often from East Asian traditions; The crackle effect is typically intentional and valued for its aesthetic appeal
Examples
- The museum's collection includes several fine examples of Chinese cracklewares from the Song dynasty.
- She collected antique cracklewares for their unique glazed surfaces.
- The potter specialized in creating modern cracklewares inspired by traditional techniques.
- Collectors prize cracklewares for the intricate patterns formed by the crazing in the glaze.
- The shop displayed a variety of cracklewares, from vases to tea bowls.