Heritage Carve – Handcrafted Porcelain Coffee Cup & Saucer Set

Where European classical elegance meets high-fired ceramic artistry — each cup and saucer set is a timeless union of tradition, refinement, and daily enjoyment.

This handcrafted ceramic tableware set embodies vintage continental charm, with delicate embossed patterns and a warm glazed finish. The design combines a tall, refined cup silhouette with a wide saucer, making each set both functional and ornamental.

Available in two elegant colors: Amber Bronze — radiating warmth with its golden-brown tones, and Ivory White — serene and understated, perfect for refined occasions. Together, they form a versatile pairing that elevates both casual mornings and sophisticated afternoon teas.

Perfect for coffee, tea, or desserts, the set blends practicality with European classical aesthetics, making it suitable for daily rituals or as a graceful accent to the table.

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: 9.3 × 9.0 cm; Saucer: 16.0 cm diameter
• Capacity: 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.
• Timeless Harmony — The embossed vine motif on the cup and saucer creates a refined rhythm of light and shadow, blending classic European elegance with everyday usability. Each sip feels grounded yet graceful, perfect for leisurely coffee or afternoon tea moments.
• Artisan Texture — The glaze enhances the relief pattern with soft depth, from the warm amber tone to the subtle ivory finish. This layered surface adds richness to the tactile experience, making each set not just functional but collectible.

• Versatile Refinement — With a generous 320ml capacity, the cup is well-suited for lattes, cappuccinos, or tea rituals. Whether paired with the warm golden hue or the understated ivory, it adapts seamlessly to both casual mornings and formal table settings.
  

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