Tender Hearts — Handmade Porcelain Coffee Mug

In the soft blush of kiln-fired porcelain and the playful spark of red hearts, a tender moment takes shape.

This handcrafted piece is designed for those who seek warmth and whimsy in their daily rituals — a heartfelt companion for slow mornings, shared breakfasts, or meaningful gifting. With its curved silhouette and sculptural heart accents, it brings a gentle joy into every sip.

Includes: 1 × 400ml ceramic mug with hand-applied red heart accents.

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 × 400ml ceramic mug with hand-applied red heart accents
• Dimensions: Cup: 17.0 × 11.5 cm
• Capacity: 400ml
• 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.
• In many cultures, the heart symbol is a timeless expression of love, warmth, and emotional connection. Its presence on everyday objects turns ordinary moments into gentle reminders of care and affection.
• This handcrafted ceramic mug features two sculpted red hearts — one nestled on the handle, the other perched on the rim — representing duality and togetherness. Their placement invites a tactile experience, as if love is held and sipped with each use.
• The red hue of the hearts symbolizes passion, energy, and vitality, contrasting beautifully with the organic white glaze of the cup body. The rough, stone-like texture evokes rustic charm and quiet authenticity.
• Seamlessly blending the bold spirit of contemporary design with the centuries-old porcelain artistry of Jingdezhen, this piece stands as a testament to timeless craftsmanship reimagined for the modern lifestyle.
• Whether shared between partners, gifted as a token of appreciation, or used in mindful solitude, this mug becomes more than just a vessel — it is a poetic gesture of intimacy, presence, and heartfelt connection.

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