Short Description

A masterpiece of Qing Dynasty imperial blue and white porcelain craft, this 2-piece art porcelain set includes a straight-waisted tea cup (Ø9cm × H7cm) and a matching round saucer (Ø16cm × H2cm). Adorned with hand-painted blue and white floral scroll (Bao Xiang Hua) motifs (symbolizing "prosperity, purity and endless blessings"), it embodies "Oriental elegance and timeless refinement"—crafted with rigorous multi-step firing and meticulous brushwork, making it a museum-grade collectible for art appreciation and elegant display.

Appearance & Style

• Elegant Cup Silhouette: Straight-waisted, compact body (H7cm × Width 10cm), straight rim (Ø9cm diameter), stable low foot (Base Diameter 6cm), paired with a delicate square handle—blending Chinese literati grace and ergonomic comfort
• Round Saucer: Classic round saucer (Ø16cm × H2cm) with recessed center for stable cup placement, mirroring the cup’s intricate blue and white floral scroll (Bao Xiang Hua) decoration
• Luminous White Porcelain: Smooth, translucent white porcelain base that amplifies the vivid cobalt blue floral hues, creating a striking contrast of pure white and deep blue
• Qing Imperial Court Aesthetic: Fusion of traditional Chinese blue and white underglaze craft and classic court Bao Xiang Hua (treasure lotus) patterns, embodying timeless Oriental charm and understated refinement
• Auspicious Symbolism: Bao Xiang Hua (treasure lotus) motifs represent "purity, prosperity and divine blessings"; floral scrolls symbolize "endless wealth and good fortune"—ideal for wedding, housewarming, and high-end gifting

Craftsmanship

• Hand-Thrown & High-Temperature Bisque Firing: Jingdezhen kaolin clay is hand-thrown into the cup and saucer forms, meticulously trimmed to the 9cm rim and 16cm saucer diameter. The raw clay undergoes 1280℃ high-temperature bisque firing to form a dense, jade-like white porcelain base with a smooth, luminous finish
• High-Temperature Glaze Firing: After bisque firing, a transparent glaze is applied to the entire outer surface, followed by a second high-temperature firing at 1300℃ to create a durable, glossy glaze layer
• Blue and White Hand-Painting & Water-Dividing Technique: Master artisans use hair-thin brushes to hand-paint floral scroll (Bao Xiang Hua) and foliage motifs. The water-dividing (分水) technique is applied, with 3–5 layers of subtle blue shading to render lifelike petal veins, leaf texture and scroll details
• 3-Step Firing Process: After painting, the set undergoes high-temperature underglaze firing at 1300℃ to lock the cobalt blue pigments permanently. A final quality-control firing ensures all layers are fused securely, resulting in fade-resistant, scratch-resistant color and luster
• Low Yield Rate: The ultra-fine hand-painting and high-temperature firing demand extreme precision, resulting in a final yield rate of only 25%~30%—each set is a rare, handcrafted collectible art piece

Product Specifications

Cup：Ø9cm (Rim) × H7cm; Width 10cm; Base Diameter 6cm
Saucer：Ø16cm × H2cm
Material：Jingdezhen kaolin clay, high-temperature transparent glaze, underglaze cobalt blue pigments
Use Case：Art collection, elegant display, high-end gifting
Origin：Jingdezhen, China