Rustic Petal Harmony – Handcrafted Porcelain Coffee Cup & Saucer Set

Where rustic stoneware meets vintage elegance — this coffee cup and saucer set embodies artisanal texture, earthy warmth, and timeless charm.

This handcrafted porcelain piece from Jingdezhen is inspired by the beauty of natural stone. The ochre glaze and fluted body create a flower-like silhouette, blending rugged texture with refined European café aesthetics. Each cup reflects the unique variations of handmade craftsmanship, making every piece one of a kind.

Available as a single cup or with a matching saucer. The wavy saucer echoes the organic curves of the cup, forming a harmonious pairing that is both functional and decorative. Perfect for espresso, cappuccino, or tea, it elevates daily rituals into graceful moments.

Includes (options): 1 × coffee cup, or 1 × coffee cup + 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, or 1 × coffee cup + saucer
• Dimensions: Cup: 12.6 × 6.5 cm; Saucer: 16.3 × 7.5 cm
• Capacity: 200ml
  
• 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 warm ochre glaze and fluted flower-like shape echo the beauty of natural stone and earth. This rustic yet graceful design turns every sip into a connection with nature and tradition.
• Textured Depth — Subtle variations in glaze and form reveal the handcraft process, giving each piece its own personality. The layered tones and organic surface create a sense of depth, like weathered rock touched by time.
• Timeless Ritual — Whether enjoyed as a single cup or with its matching saucer, the set elevates everyday coffee and tea moments into mindful rituals. Its vintage charm makes it equally suited for casual mornings or elegant gatherings.

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