Golden Relief Elegance – Handcrafted Ceramic Coffee Mug & Saucer Set

Where rustic kiln-change artistry meets timeless functionality — each handcrafted cup and saucer set embodies earthy charm, refined texture, and everyday practicality.

This handcrafted ceramic mug, shaped from natural yellow clay, highlights a kiln-change glaze that creates warm ochre tones with unique surface variations. Every piece carries an organic touch, blending artisanal craft with understated elegance.

Available in three options: Single Mug — a versatile 480ml mug ideal for coffee, tea, or daily use. Mug + Classic Round Saucer — featuring a round plate with soft curves, offering both practicality and decorative appeal. Mug + Carved Edge Saucer — paired with a sculpted tray with embossed details, adding vintage flair and refined character. Together, they present a balance of rustic charm and modern utility.

Perfect for home rituals, afternoon gatherings, or as a thoughtful gift, this set combines durability, artistry, and unique style.

Includes (per option): 1 × mug, optional 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 × mug, optional 1 × saucer
• Dimensions: Mug: 11.5 × 8.0 cm; Classic Saucer: 16.2 cm; Carved Saucer: 12.3 cm
• Capacity: 480ml
  
• 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.
• Rustic Elegance — The golden-brown glaze with leaf and ring motifs conveys a sense of earthy warmth, making each sip feel connected to nature. The carved details enhance its vintage charm, perfect for cozy coffee or tea rituals.
• Tray Variations — Offered with two saucer styles: the Classic Round Saucer for a clean, understated look, or the Carved Edge Saucer with sculptural contours for added refinement. Each pairing transforms the cup into a distinct statement piece.
• Everyday Versatility — With a generous 480ml capacity, the mug is suited for anything from lattes to herbal tea. Whether paired with bread, desserts, or enjoyed on its own, it balances practicality with artisanal beauty.

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