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This blue-and-white hand-pressed teacup with scrolling lotus design is hand-thrown from Jingdezhen kaolin and fired at 1380°C in a reduction atmosphere. The artisan hand-paints the scrolling lotus pattern on the lustrous white porcelain with natural cobalt pigment; the blue-and-white lines flow continuously, elegant and dignified. The classic shape sits steadily and reassuringly in the hand.
Why You'll Love It
• Comfortable Grip — The classic hand-pressed cup shape with a low center of gravity fits comfortably in your palm — a classic host cup for the tea table.
• True Tea Flavor — The dense, fine kaolin body doesn't absorb off-flavors from the tea, letting the aromas of oolong, pu'er, and black tea come through fully.
• Handcrafted Beauty — The scrolling lotus pattern is outlined by hand, every stroke painted by the artisan. Printing can't replicate the lively brushwork — each piece has subtle differences.
Best For
Oolong, black tea, pu'er, and aged white tea. Also an elegant Eastern gift for tea friends, housewarmings, and birthdays.
Material & Craftsmanship
• Body: Jingdezhen kaolin
• Glaze: Natural mineral glaze, underglaze blue-and-white, lead-free
• Firing: Approx. 1380°C, high-temperature reduction atmosphere
Care
Hand wash in warm water and let air dry. Do not place in the microwave or dishwasher, and keep away from direct open flame. With long-term use, the tea gradually develops a warm patina, giving the cup a unique character that deepens with time.
