Stone Harmony – Handcrafted Kiln-Glazed Porcelain Coffee Cup

Where rustic charm meets modern aesthetics — each cup is a statement of artistic individuality, warmth, and quiet rituals.

This handcrafted porcelain mug collection from Jingdezhen captures the unique textures of kiln-change glaze and the playful charm of natural stone inlay. With soft irregular curves and organic color flows, every cup feels like a miniature sculpture — no two exactly alike.

Available in four artisanal glaze styles:
• Skyfall Blue — echoing twilight skies and tranquil reflections.
• Mossy Teal — blending green earth tones with grounding calm.
• Ivory Ash — light and neutral, like soft morning mist.
• Deep Ore — bold and grounding, with rich contrast and speckled textures.

Perfect for sipping coffee, tea, or afternoon lattes, each piece holds approx. 300ml and feels substantial yet balanced in the hand. A true celebration of imperfection, tactility, and slow living.

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

• Dimensions: Cup: 9.0 × 8.0 cm
• Capacity: 300ml
  
• 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.
• Organic Balance — Each cup features a softly contoured silhouette — subtly uneven, yet intuitively ergonomic. The form invites a natural grip, while the wide mouth enhances aroma release for coffee or tea. A design that feels both sculptural and grounded, echoing the quiet poise of handmade craft.
• Textural Alchemy — Glazed with mineral-rich kiln-change finishes, each piece captures a dynamic spectrum of color — from the deep shimmer of charcoal blue to the calm diffusion of cloudy white. The textured surface reveals iron flecks, crystal speckles, and natural pooling, turning every cup into a miniature terrain.
• Elevated Dailyware — With a 300ml capacity and artful presence, this mug bridges rustic tradition with modern taste. Whether used for espresso, tea, or display, it embodies a quiet boldness — humble in form, rich in texture, and full of personality.

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