Earthen Harmony – Handcrafted Stoneware Coffee Cup Series

Where rustic wabi-sabi meets modern minimalism — each cup is a quiet celebration of texture, craft, and mindful rituals.

This handcrafted ceramic collection draws from the earthy charm of Japanese teaware traditions, reimagined through contemporary silhouettes. Each piece is shaped with a unique profile — whether it's the minimalist straight cup, the playful round knob handle, or the refined wood-handled variation. Fired at high temperatures and left intentionally unglazed, the cups reveal the rich, tactile beauty of coarse clay and natural mineral tones.

Available in three distinctive forms:
• Classic Cup — pure simplicity with balanced proportions.
• Round Knob Cup — features a sculptural wooden bead handle.
• Wood Handle Cup — elegant and ergonomic, ideal for espresso rituals.

Each design pairs optionally with a carved wooden saucer for a complete tea or coffee moment. Whether used individually or as a set, these pieces elevate everyday sipping into a tactile, contemplative experience.

Includes (per set):
• 1 × ceramic cup (choose from 3 forms)
• Optional: 1 × ceramic cup plus 1 × solid wood saucer

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 × ceramic cup (choose from 3 forms); Optional: 1 × ceramic cup plus 1 × solid wood saucer
• Dimensions:  • Classic Cup: 6.5 × 6.5 cm
  • Round Knob Cup: 6.5 × 6.5 cm; Handle Ø 3.5 cm
  • Wood Handle Cup: 6.5 × 6.5 cm; Handle length 5.5 cm
  • Wooden Saucer: 9 × 9 × 1 cm
• Capacity: 150ml
  
• 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.
• Playful Geometry — Each form celebrates a different sculptural attitude: the round bead handle exudes whimsy, the wood-stick handle balances form and function, and the pure cup highlights minimalism. Together, they reflect a quiet playfulness rooted in Zen aesthetics.
• Earthy Materiality — Crafted from raw-textured clay and natural wood, the set embraces the charm of unglazed surfaces. The warm, sandy tone and subtle texture echo the grounded calm of traditional Japanese wabi-sabi.
• Tactile Rituals — Designed for the hand and soul, each cup elevates small rituals — from an espresso moment to a meditative tea break. The proportion, weight, and texture invite mindful use in modern life.

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