Ridge Flow – Handcrafted Wabi-Sabi Ceramic Coffee Cup with Saucer

Where rustic clay meets wabi-sabi refinement — this handcrafted ceramic coffee cup set brings quiet elegance and timeless charm to your daily rituals.

Each cup is shaped with vertical ridges that mimic mountain textures, blending earthy tones with a vintage Japanese-inspired silhouette. The natural glaze layering creates subtle gradations of color, making every piece unique and full of artisanal character.

Available in three sizes — Small (170ml), Medium (220ml), and Large (320ml) — these cups adapt perfectly to different coffee styles, from espresso to latte to a full morning brew. Their fluted saucers add a touch of sophistication, making the set equally suited for daily use or refined tea-time moments.

Perfect for those who appreciate minimal aesthetics and tactile charm, this set doubles as both functional ware and display-worthy art on any table.

Includes (per set): 1 × ceramic cup, 1 × matching 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 × ceramic cup, 1 × matching saucer
• Dimensions: • Small: Cup Ø14.2 × H7.5 cm; Saucer Ø14.2 cm
                        • Medium: Cup Ø15.7 × H8.5 cm; Saucer Ø15.7 cm
                        • Large: Cup Ø15.7 × H10.0 cm; Saucer Ø15.7 cm
• Capacity: Small 170ml / Medium 220ml / Large 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.
• Geometric Rhythm — The vertical stripe relief design creates a sculptural silhouette, combining minimalism with rustic elegance. The fluted body not only adds visual depth but also provides a comfortable, slip-resistant grip.
• Earthy Warmth — Fired in high-temperature kilns, the matte glaze in warm ochre and brown tones evokes a vintage, wabi-sabi atmosphere, celebrating natural imperfection with refined charm.
• Tactile Ritual — Smooth yet subtly textured surfaces invite touch, making each sip of coffee or tea a grounding sensory experience. The varying cup sizes suit espresso moments, daily lattes, or slow afternoon brews.
• Personal Aesthetic — With its timeless hand-thrown feel and artisanal details, this collection encourages self-expression. Whether small, medium, or large, each cup carries its own quiet elegance, making it a versatile companion for daily 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