Earthen Stillness – Minimalist Ceramic Coffee Cup & Saucer Set

Where refined rusticism meets sculptural functionality — each cup and saucer set is a quiet celebration of thoughtful form and artisanal texture.

This handcrafted clay cup set draws inspiration from traditional Chinese pottery aesthetics and modern café culture. The unglazed matte finish showcases the natural grain and speckles of fired clay, while the wooden handle — available in either a rounded loop or a rectangular frame — adds a touch of sculptural warmth. Each design invites a mindful drinking experience, balancing comfort, form, and understated charm.

Whether you prefer the soft curve of the loop handle or the architectural strength of the squared one, both variations offer tactile satisfaction and timeless appeal — ideal for minimalist homes, wabi-sabi interiors, or ritualistic coffee breaks.

Perfect for espresso, tea, or slow sipping rituals, each set includes a wide saucer, designed to elevate your everyday drink with quiet elegance.

Includes (per set): 1 × clay cup, 1 × matching clay 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 × clay cup, 1 × matching clay saucer
• Dimensions: 6.5 × 7.5 cm; Saucer: 16 × 2.5 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.
• Modern Ritual — Designed for quiet moments and slow sips, the sculptural handle invites an intentional grip, grounding each coffee break in mindfulness and calm.
• Earth-Born Texture — With a soft matte surface and natural grain, the unglazed stoneware body recalls the warmth of handmade clay and the elegance of imperfection.
• Balanced Contrast — The square and loop handles create visual rhythm against the rounded cup form. Subtle design decisions reflect a quiet beauty rooted in balance and harmony.

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