Earthen Stillness – Handcrafted Rustic Ceramic Straight Coffee Cup with Saucer

Where rustic clay meets understated elegance — this handcrafted wabi-sabi straight cup brings a grounded, tranquil charm to your coffee rituals.

Each piece is shaped in a tall cylindrical form with a simple handle, paired with a matching saucer. The muted ochre glaze, with its kiln-fired speckles, evokes earthy textures and natural calmness. Subtle variations in tone and surface make every set unique, celebrating the imperfection of handmade craft.

Perfect for slow coffee moments, lattes, or daily tea, this cup balances functionality with a quiet, vintage-inspired aesthetic. Whether placed on a work desk or shared in afternoon gatherings, it doubles as both a practical vessel and a piece of rustic décor.

Includes (per set): 1 × coffee cup, 1 × matching 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 × coffee cup, 1 × matching saucer
• Dimensions: Cup: 8.0 × 9.0 cm; Saucer: Ø14.5 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.
• Earthen Serenity — The warm ochre glaze paired with a tall cylindrical form embodies the quiet strength of rustic ceramics. Its matte surface carries natural speckles, echoing the wabi-sabi aesthetic of imperfection and authenticity.
• Everyday Ritual — High-fired at kiln temperatures, the cup’s smooth yet subtly grained finish is durable for daily use. The earthy tone makes every sip grounded and calming, whether for morning coffee or afternoon tea.
• Tactile Warmth — The vertical straight-walled body fits naturally in hand, while the saucer anchors the set with stability. Together, they create a balanced experience of touch and sight.
• Minimalist Elegance — With its understated silhouette and muted clay glaze, this piece bridges modern simplicity with timeless tradition, making it both practical and collectible.

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