This handcrafted gaiwan features a continuous underglaze blue shan shui (mountain-water) landscape across its bowl, lid, and saucer—embodying the tranquil aesthetic of traditional Chinese landscape painting.

Design Features

• Motif: The scene includes rolling mountains, pine trees (symbol of longevity), a pavilion (scholarly leisure), and distant birds—rendered with gradient cobalt blue to create depth and misty atmosphere.

• Cohesion: The landscape flows seamlessly between the lid, bowl, and saucer, turning the set into a portable work of art.

Infuse your tea ritual with prosperity symbolism using this handcrafted Coin-Pattern Gaiwan—a bold fusion of traditional “wealth motifs” and meticulous underglaze artistry.

Design: Double Symbolism of Wealth

The set (bowl, lid, saucer) blends two iconic prosperity motifs:

• Exterior: A dense blue “coin lattice” pattern (interlocking circles = “endless wealth” in Chinese culture), hand-painted with gradient cobalt blue for depth.

• Interior (bowl): Scattered blue ancient coin motifs (symbol of good fortune and abundance)—revealed when brewing tea, adding a hidden layer of luck.

Indulge in the grandeur of Qing Dynasty imperial porcelain with this handcrafted Blue-and-White Gaiwan—a set that merges iconic court motifs with gongfu tea functionality.

Design: Court-Style Lotus Scroll Motif

The full set (bowl, lid, saucer) features a dense underglaze blue lotus scroll (a signature of imperial “floral brocade” porcelain):

• Lotus blooms (symbol of purity & imperial grace) are woven into swirling vines, with every petal and leaf rendered in fine, precise brushstrokes (a hallmark of Qing court workshops).

• The saucer adds a layered border (geometric pattern + scrollwork) for a cohesive, luxurious look.

Elevate your gongfu tea ritual with this handcrafted Blue-and-Red Underglaze Gaiwan—a tribute to Qing Dynasty imperial porcelain, blending vivid symbolism and masterful artistry.

Design: Lotus & Vine Motif (Symbolism of Purity & Prosperity)

The set (bowl, lid, saucer) features a continuous underglaze blue vine scroll wrapped around underglaze red lotus blooms:

• Lotus (red): Symbol of purity, enlightenment, and good fortune in Chinese culture—each petal hand-painted with copper red pigment (a rare, high-skill technique).

• Vine scroll (blue): Represents “endless prosperity” (a classic imperial motif), with delicate, swirling leaves that connect the bowl, lid, and saucer into a cohesive work of art.

Step into a classic Chinese literati scene with this handcrafted Scholars’ Retreat Tea Cup—a vivid underglaze blue shan shui masterpiece that weaves together nature, leisure, and ancient scholarly culture.

Design: The Literati Gathering Scene

The cup’s body (and interior) features a continuous narrative landscape:

• A tranquil riverside pavilion (symbol of scholarly leisure) paired with two figures conversing on a bridge (representing intellectual exchange)—framed by rolling mountains, pine trees (longevity), and mist (serenity).

• The scene unfolds seamlessly across the cup, turning every angle into a new detail to discover.

Escape to a tranquil Chinese mountain retreat with this handcrafted Pavilion in the Pines Tea Cup—a vivid underglaze blue shan shui (mountain-water) masterpiece that turns every sip into a moment of quiet contemplation.

Design: The Mountain Pavilion Scene

The cup’s body (and interior) features a continuous underglaze blue landscape:

• A cozy pavilion (symbol of scholarly leisure) nestled between ancient pines (longevity) and rolling mist-shrouded mountains—rendered with delicate brushstrokes to capture the softness of traditional Chinese landscape painting.

• The “negative space” (pale celadon porcelain) acts as clouds, enhancing the scene’s depth and serenity.

Escape to a serene Chinese landscape with this handcrafted “Cascading Peaks” Tea Cup—a portable shan shui (mountain-water) painting that turns every tea ritual into a moment of calm.

Design: The “Cascading Peaks” Landscape

The cup’s body (and interior) features a continuous underglaze blue shan shui scene:

• Layered mountains, a winding waterfall, and ancient pine trees (symbols of resilience and longevity) rendered with soft, gradient cobalt blue—mimicking the misty depth of China’s natural scenery.

• The “negative space” (pale celadon porcelain) acts as clouds, a signature of traditional shan shui art that invites quiet contemplation.

Experience the grandeur of imperial Chinese porcelain with this handcrafted Blue-and-Gilt Tea Cup—a faithful tribute to Qing Dynasty “tribute ware” (ceramics made exclusively for the imperial court).

Design: Dual Symbolism of Prosperity & Protection

The cup blends two iconic imperial motifs:

• Exterior: Cobalt blue scrollwork frames gilt lotus blooms (lotus = purity & prosperity; gilt = royal luxury)—each petal hand-painted with gold pigment for a luminous finish.

• Interior: A blue-and-white guardian lion (foo dog) medallion (a symbol of protection, wealth, and imperial authority)—revealed when filled with tea, adding a hidden layer of regal significance.

Step into the elegance of Qing Dynasty porcelain with this handcrafted Lotus Medallion Tea Cup—a tribute to imperial-era “court-style” blue-and-white art.

Design: Layered Imperial Scrollwork

The cup features multi-tiered underglaze blue motifs (a hallmark of Qing court porcelain):

• Exterior: A delicate band of chrysanthemum scrolls (symbolizing longevity) wraps the rim, paired with a subtle floral border at the foot.

• Interior: A central lotus medallion (a sacred symbol of purity) framed by swirling vines—revealed when filled with tea, adding a layer of hidden luxury.

Embrace timeless grace with this handcrafted Lotus & Vine Tea Cup—a harmonious blend of underglaze blue scrollwork and vivid underglaze red lotus blooms, rooted in Chinese artistic tradition.

Design: Lotus Motif & Dual-Hue Elegance

The cup’s body features delicate underglaze blue vines winding around bold underglaze red lotus blooms (lotus = symbol of purity, enlightenment, and good fortune in Chinese culture). The interior centers on a matching red lotus medallion, framed by blue scrolls—revealed like a hidden gem when filled with tea.

Indulge in regal elegance with this handcrafted Cobalt Peony Relief Tea Cup—a fusion of intricate underglaze art and tactile relief detailing, steeped in Chinese cultural symbolism.

Design: Peony Motif & Dual-Hue Artistry

The cup’s body features a dense underglaze blue peony scroll (peonies = “king of flowers,” symbolizing wealth, honor, and prosperity) rendered in a reverse blue-and-white style (white blossoms on a deep cobalt background). The interior adds a striking contrast: a raised relief peony in underglaze red (a rare, labor-intensive technique) that catches light and adds texture to every sip.

Underglaze Red & Blue Masterpiece”

Channel the grandeur of imperial China with this handcrafted Crimson Dragon Tea Cup—a bold fusion of iconic symbolism and masterful underglaze artistry.

Design: The Imperial Dragon Motif

The cup’s body features a dynamic underglaze red dragon (a symbol of power, good fortune, and imperial authority in Chinese culture) winding through deep cobalt blue waves:

• Every scale, claw, and whisker of the dragon is hand-painted with precision, capturing its legendary ferocity and grace.

• The interior centers on a blue wave medallion—echoing the exterior design and adding a cohesive, luxurious touch.

Underglaze Blue Landscape Masterpiece”

Escape to a serene Chinese landscape with this handcrafted Misty Mountain Tea Cup—a portable “shan shui” (mountain-water) painting that turns every sip into a moment of calm.

Design: The “Misty Mountain” Landscape

The cup’s curved body (and interior) features a hand-painted underglaze blue shan shui scene:

• Layered mountains (rendered with soft, gradient cobalt blue to mimic mist), gnarled pine trees, and distant birds in flight—evoking the quiet grandeur of China’s natural scenery.

• The “negative space” (pale celadon porcelain) acts as clouds or mist, a signature of traditional shan shui art that invites contemplation.

Step into a spring garden with this handcrafted Lotus-Petal Form Tea Cup—a fusion of delicate shape, vibrant color, and timeless Chinese symbolism.

Design: Lotus-Petal Silhouette & Nature Motif

The cup’s scalloped lotus-petal body (a classic shape inspired by Buddhist art, symbolizing purity) is adorned with:

• Underglaze blue blossoms (plum and chrysanthemum, symbols of spring and resilience) winding across the surface.

• A hand-painted copper red butterfly (a symbol of joy, transformation, and “blissful encounters” in Chinese culture) resting on the blooms.

• An interior blue lotus medallion—revealed when filled with tea, adding a hidden layer of elegance.

Embrace the regal elegance of Qing Dynasty porcelain with this handcrafted Azure Peony Press-Hand Tea Cup—a tribute to China’s “king of flowers” and a symbol of prosperity.

The Peony Motif: Symbolism of Royalty & Abundance

The cup features a continuous underglaze blue peony scroll (known as lianhua wen in Chinese ceramic art):

• Plump peony blooms (the “flower of wealth & honor”) wrap the curved belly, intertwined with swirling vines and leaves—each petal hand-painted with delicate brushstrokes to mimic the softness of real peonies.

• The interior centers on a matching peony medallion, revealed like a hidden emblem when filled with tea (a classic detail of imperial-era tableware).

The “Ice Plum” Motif: Symbolism & Artistry

The cup’s striking cobalt blue background (mimicking the depth of winter ice) is adorned with delicate white plum blossoms (a symbol of resilience, purity, and new beginnings in Chinese culture). This “reverse blue-and-white” (underglaze white on blue) technique is a signature of Jingdezhen’s master artisans:

• Every petal, branch, and bud is hand-painted with precision, creating a continuous, lifelike scene that wraps the cup’s curved belly.

• The interior features a matching circular plum blossom medallion—revealed like a hidden treasure when filled with tea.

Step into the elegance of Ming Dynasty porcelain with this handcrafted Azure & Crimson Fish-Algae Press-Hand Cup—a modern tribute to China’s iconic imperial ceramic art.

Design & Symbolism: The “Fish-Algae” Motif

The cup’s exterior features a vibrant underglaze painting of swimming carp (carp = “abundance” & “success” in Chinese culture) intertwined with lotus, water weeds, and floating red algae. The cobalt blue (qinghua) and copper red (youlihong) hues are fired at 1,300°C—mimicking the rare “qinghua-youlihong” technique (valued for its difficulty to master, as copper red is sensitive to firing temperatures). The rim is framed by a classic key-pattern border (a symbol of eternity), while the foot displays delicate scrollwork.

Heritage & Royal Legacy

This cup is a faithful handcrafted replica of the Yongle Blue-and-White Press-Hand Cup—one of China’s most iconic imperial porcelains, with only 4 original pieces surviving (housed in the Palace Museum, Beijing). The original dates to the Ming Dynasty (1403–1424), a golden age of Chinese porcelain, renowned for its “Su Ma Li Qing” cobalt blue and regal elegance.

• Exterior: Continuous intertwined lotus vines (a symbol of purity & prosperity in Chinese art) wrap the belly, framed by delicate plum blossoms at the rim and scrollwork at the foot.

• Interior: A subtle double-circle border leads to the center (hidden when empty, revealed when filled with tea).

The Landscape: A Living Scroll

Wrap your senses in a continuous Chinese shan shui (mountain-water) painting that unfolds across the cup:

• Mist-cloaked peaks, ancient pines, and a cascading waterfall flow seamlessly around the body.

• When filled with tea (ideal for gongfu tea, pu-erh, or green tea), the translucent porcelain and liquid amplify the depth of the scene—turning each sip into a moment of quiet contemplation.

• The wide rim and balanced weight (a “pressure-hand” design) fit comfortably in your palm, merging art with function.