Auspicious Blessing — Xi & Le Porcelain Mug Gift Set

In the timeless dance of "Double Happiness" and "Joy," an auspicious blessing takes shape — a gift of harmony, unity, and enduring love.

This porcelain tea set features a pair of cups adorned with the Chinese characters “囍” (Happiness) and “樂” (Joy), symbolizing a joyful union and heartfelt blessings. Inspired by traditional Chinese wedding motifs, the design incorporates delicate entwined lotus patterns — a classical emblem of abundance, purity, and eternal harmony.

This set makes a meaningful gift for newlyweds, engagements, housewarmings, or festive celebrations, conveying wishes for a life filled with love, laughter, and prosperity.

Includes: 2 × 500ml ceramic mugs with removable strainers and matching lids, one with the character “囍”, the other with “樂”. Comes in an elegant gift box and festive red gift bag — ready for thoughtful gifting.

Artisan Heritage

• Made in: Jingdezhen, China — celebrated as the “Porcelain Capital” for over a millennium. Nestled in the hills of Jiangxi Province, Jingdezhen has been the beating heart of Chinese ceramics since the Song dynasty. Once home to imperial kilns producing wares exclusively for the royal court, its legacy lives on through generations of master artisans. Every piece from this region carries echoes of dynastic elegance, time-honored technique, and cultural refinement.
• Crafted by: Master artisans who inherit generations of traditional ceramic craftsmanship, shaping each piece entirely by hand using slow wheel-throwing and brush-glazing techniques
• Firing process: Kiln-fired at 1325°C for a full 24 hours, undergoing a rigorous 72-step journey from clay to porcelain — each stage enhancing its strength, resilience, and delicate tactility
• Legacy: Jingdezhen porcelain has graced royal courts, Silk Road caravans, and collectors' shelves around the world. Today, its legacy lives on through a quiet elegance that blends timeless form with contemporary soul

Product Details

• Set Includes: 2 × 500ml porcelain mugs with detachable infusers and ceramic lids, each featuring traditional Chinese characters “囍” (Double Happiness) and “樂” (Joy), housed in an elegant gift box and festive red gift bag
• Dimensions: Mug: 13.0 × 8.4 cm; Gift Box: 23.3 × 35.3 cm × 13.9 cm; Gift Bag: 40 × 26.2 cm × 15.1 cm
• Capacity: 500ml
• Material: High-fired porcelain with hand-brushed white slip coating (fen-yin technique). Matte finish with natural surface variation and exposed clay texture.
• Finish: High-quality glaze with subtle brushstroke texture, creating a refined visual depth. Each piece is handcrafted, with natural variations in tone and pattern that make it uniquely its own.

Meaning & Symbolism

• Fen-yin (white slipware) is a traditional ceramic technique where a layer of white slip — a liquid clay — is brushed over a darker clay body. Instead of smoothing or covering completely, the artist leaves the surface intentionally uneven, allowing the underlying material to show through. This creates a unique texture and depth, often called a “white blush” or “ceramic makeup.” Each piece reveals hand-brushed marks, thickness variations, and natural imperfections — a celebration of imperfection and individuality in handmade porcelain.
• The character “囍” (Double Happiness) is a time-honored Chinese symbol traditionally used to celebrate joyful unions, especially in weddings. Composed of two “喜” (happiness) characters, it represents the coming together of two hearts and a shared life full of joy and harmony. The second character “樂” (Happiness or Delight) complements it with the meaning of inner contentment, music, and festive blessings. Together, “囍樂” embodies both external celebration and internal joy — an auspicious pairing for any loving couple or meaningful gift.
• The decorative motif of entwined lotus scrolls, also known as "continuous lotus," is a classic element in Chinese porcelain art dating back to the Song dynasty. Its curling tendrils and endless loops symbolize longevity, continuity, and flourishing generations — an expression of unbroken prosperity and harmony. Often seen on fine porcelain, it reflects a refined aesthetic of elegance and balance.
• With hand-drawn lotus scrolls and calligraphic “囍樂” characters in vibrant red and blue, this mug set brings together cultural richness, joyful symbolism, and visual beauty. It is ideal for weddings, engagements, housewarmings, or simply to send heartfelt blessings of unity and happiness.

Craft Story: Jingdezhen

• Historical Significance: Nestled in the misty mountains of Jiangxi Province, Jingdezhen has been crafting porcelain for over 1,700 years. The city’s kilns once produced imperial ware for Tang and Song courts, setting technical and aesthetic benchmarks that shaped East Asian ceramics for centuries.
• Ceramic Innovation: Beyond its legacy, Jingdezhen is a crucible of innovation — where traditional hand-throwing and glazing coexist with contemporary experimentation. Studios in the region continue to develop unique clay bodies, custom glazes, and sculptural techniques passed down through apprenticeships and artist guilds.
• Cultural Impact: From monochrome wares to celadon and blue-and-white porcelain, Jingdezhen’s artistic output has long been a cultural ambassador of Chinese craftsmanship. Its ceramics have crossed oceans, appearing in museum collections and collector circles from Kyoto to Amsterdam.
• Modern Renaissance: Today’s Jingdezhen is a vibrant creative hub — home to thousands of independent ceramic artists, design studios, and cross-disciplinary collaborations. The city bridges past and present, producing work that is both deeply rooted and globally relevant.
  

Care Instructions

• Dishwasher safe — suitable for everyday machine washing
• Microwave safe — porcelain is heat-resistant and beverage-safe

• Also easy to hand wash — gentle cleaning preserves the artisan texture and glaze