Golden Grain Elegance – Handcrafted Porcelain Coffee Cup & Saucer Set

Where rustic charm meets artisanal craftsmanship — each Yellow Clay Coffee Cup & Saucer set is a timeless vessel for mindful coffee rituals.

Handcrafted in vintage-inspired yellow clay, the set showcases a warm earthy glaze with embossed wheat motifs, symbolizing abundance and harmony. Available in two sizes — 200ml for a refined espresso experience, and 320ml for lattes or cappuccinos — each cup is paired with a matching saucer that enhances both practicality and aesthetic appeal.

Perfect for home cafés, afternoon tea, or gifting, this set balances durability with elegance, making it a versatile companion for everyday use or stylish gatherings.

Includes (per set): 1 × coffee cup, 1 × 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 × saucer
• Dimensions: Cup (200ml): 8.5 × 6.1 cm; Cup (320ml): 10.2 × 6.5 cm; Saucer: 16.2 cm diameter
• Capacity: 200ml / 320ml
  
• 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.
• Balanced Form — The 200ml cup is light and refined for espresso or small lattes, while the 320ml cup offers a generous volume for cappuccinos or milk coffee. Both sizes keep a harmonious silhouette that feels stable and comfortable in hand.
• Rustic Layers — The kiln-fired glaze reveals warm earthy gradients, with subtle textures that resemble aged pottery. Each piece shows natural depth and variation, turning every sip into a tactile and visual experience.
• Everyday Versatility — Whether used for a mindful morning espresso or a leisurely afternoon latte, the two size options adapt easily to different coffee styles and occasions, blending functionality with artisanal charm.

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