Ink Splash – Handcrafted Ceramic Coffee Mug & Saucer Set

Where elegance meets versatility — each porcelain coffee cup with saucer blends refined design, practical function, and modern aesthetics.

This handcrafted ceramic cup set from Jingdezhen features smooth kiln-fired glaze in four distinct tones: Gradient Blue, Gradient Purple, Pure White, and Elegant Black. Each glaze finish reflects a different mood — from tranquil calmness to understated sophistication — making them suitable for both home and office use.

Available in two handle styles — a bold ring handle for a more creativea and a classic round handle for everyday comfort, design-forward touch. Both versions pair seamlessly with the matching saucer, creating a balanced and stylish look.

Perfect for coffee, tea, or daily drinks, this set elevates table settings with its high-end aesthetic while offering durability for everyday use. Whether chosen for personal enjoyment or as a thoughtful gift, each cup and saucer set carries both beauty and practicality.

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: 12.8 × 6 cm; Saucer: Ø15 cm
• Capacity: 280ml
  
• 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.
• Colorful Resonance — Each glaze tells its own mood: Gradient Blue flows like ocean waves, Gradient Purple softens like dusk, Pure White conveys quiet purity, and Elegant Black exudes timeless depth. Together they bring a versatile palette for any setting.
• Crafted Poise — The clean cylindrical form rests gracefully on the saucer, offering balance and stability. Whether for espresso or latte, every sip feels composed, turning simple moments into refined rituals.
• Everyday Grace — Blending high aesthetics with practicality, the set adapts from morning coffee to afternoon tea. Its warm glaze and modern silhouette make it suitable for gifting or daily enjoyment.

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