Earthbound Elegance – Wabi-Sabi Rope Handle Porcelain Coffee Cup & Saucer Set

In the rustic warmth of kiln-fired glaze and the tactile charm of hand-shaped form, every sip becomes a journey into timeless craftsmanship.

This coffee cup and saucer set is designed for those who appreciate vintage aesthetics and natural textures. The cup’s subtly irregular surface and organically shaped saucer evoke the wabi-sabi philosophy — beauty in imperfection. The handle is wrapped with natural jute cord and accented with silver beads, blending artisanal detail with rustic charm. Crafted from high-fired porcelain with a kiln-variegated glaze, each piece is unique in tone, texture, and personality.

Includes: 1 × porcelain coffee cup with matching saucer, available in four glazes — Desert Sand, Jade Green, Ocean Blue, and Snow White.

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: 1 × porcelain coffee cup with matching saucer
• Dimensions: Cup: 12.7 × 8.0 cm, Saucer: 12.2 cm
• Capacity: 300ml
• 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 handle, wrapped with natural hemp rope and accented with hand-applied silver beads, mirrors the philosophy of wabi-sabi — embracing the beauty of imperfection and the authenticity of nature. This detail grounds the cup in a tactile, earthy realism while adding a touch of sculptural elegance.
• Seamlessly blending rustic charm with centuries-old porcelain artistry, this piece stands as a testament to craftsmanship reimagined for the modern lifestyle.
• Whether used for solitary tea moments or shared afternoon coffees, it serves as a daily reminder of calm, mindfulness, and the quiet dignity of handcrafted objects — a modern heirloom infused with warmth and serenity.
  

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