Short Description

A masterpiece of Qing Dynasty imperial blue and white porcelain craft, this 2-piece art porcelain set includes a scalloped-rim tea cup (Ø8cm × H7.5cm) and a matching lobed rim saucer (Ø15cm × H2.5cm). Adorned with hand-painted blue and white floral scroll motifs (including peony and sunflower, symbolizing "prosperity, vitality 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: Scalloped-rim (Kui-kou), waisted body (H7.5cm × Width 9cm), flared rim (Ø8cm diameter), paired with a delicate ruyi-shaped handle—blending Chinese literati grace and imperial court luxury
• Lobed Rim Saucer: Matching scalloped-rim (Kui-kou) saucer (Ø15cm × H2.5cm) with recessed center for stable cup placement, mirroring the cup’s intricate blue and white floral scroll 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 floral scroll patterns, embodying timeless Oriental charm and understated refinement
• Auspicious Symbolism: Peony motifs represent "prosperity, wealth and noble honor"; sunflower motifs symbolize "vitality, hope and positivity"; floral scrolls stand for "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 8cm rim and 15cm 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 (peony, sunflower) 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 branch 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：Ø8cm (Rim) × H7.5cm; Width 9cm
Saucer：Ø15cm × H2.5cm
Material：Jingdezhen kaolin clay, high-temperature transparent glaze, underglaze cobalt blue pigments
Use Case：Art collection, elegant display, high-end gifting
Origin：Jingdezhen, China