Joy & Harmony — Two-Piece Porcelain Blue-and-White Tea Tasting Collection

This is an artisanal porcelain tea cup set — a fusion of traditional symbolism and timeless Jingdezhen craftsmanship, perfect for daily tea rituals or meaningful gifting.

Fired at high temperatures, the cup is adorned with the red “樂” (Happiness) character, symbolizing joy, contentment, and a blessed life. The matching square saucer features the “囍” (Double Happiness) motif, a classic emblem of marital bliss and auspicious occasions. Both pieces are enhanced with intricate blue-and-white patterns, a decorative tradition with centuries of heritage, symbolizing purity, elegance, and enduring harmony. Compact yet full of cultural meaning, this set brings refined artistry to your tea moments or makes a heartfelt gift.

Includes: 1 × Tea 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 × Tea Cup, 1 × Saucer
• Dimensions: Tea Cup: 4.6 × 5.3 cm, Saucer: 7.8 × 1 cm
• Capacity: Tea Cup: 60ml
  
• 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.
• Drawing inspiration from centuries-old blue-and-white porcelain artistry, symbolizing purity and timeless beauty. The flowing cobalt motifs trace back to the Song Dynasty, representing unbroken continuity and auspicious blessings.
• The tea cup is adorned with the traditional “樂” character, signifying joy, contentment, and a life filled with happiness. Paired with the matching square saucer bearing the “囍” (Double Happiness) emblem, it conveys wishes for marital bliss, harmony, and good fortune.
• Each piece is crafted in fine Jingdezhen porcelain, combining smooth touch with visual richness. Slight variations in hand-painting and glaze reflect the charm of handcrafted artistry.
• This thoughtful blend of cultural symbolism and refined craftsmanship makes it an elegant choice for gifting or adding a meaningful accent to personal tea rituals.

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