Short Description

A majestic masterpiece inheriting Qing Dynasty imperial ink wash grisaille craft, this magnolia teacup from the "Han Palace Spring Garden" collection (Ø6cm × H9cm × 120ml capacity) is adorned with hand-painted ink wash mountain-sea waves and Han Dynasty palace motifs. Accented with exquisite gold gilded borders, it depicts the grand scene of boundless rivers and mountains and towering palaces. Embodying "Oriental royal grandeur and the sublime beauty of landscapes", it is a superior choice for art collection, tea ceremony use and high-end business gifting.A majestic masterpiece inheriting Qing Dynasty imperial ink wash grisaille craft, this magnolia teacup from the "Han Palace Spring Garden" collection (Ø5cm × H7cm × 60ml capacity) is adorned with hand-painted ink wash mountain-sea waves and Han Dynasty palace motifs. Accented with exquisite gold gilded borders, it depicts the grand scene of boundless rivers and mountains and towering palaces. Embodying "Oriental royal grandeur and the sublime beauty of landscapes", it is a superior choice for art collection, tea ceremony use and high-end business gifting.

Appearance & Style

• Elegant Magnolia Cup Shape: Slender and upright magnolia-shaped high-footed aroma cup (H7cm × Ø5cm rim × Max Width 4.5cm), slightly flared rim, naturally tapered waist, stable high foot ring with lines as smooth and elegant as magnolia petals, specially designed for tea tasting and aroma appreciation, combining practicality and ornamental value
• Majestic Ink Wash Landscape: Based on the warm and luminous white porcelain body, traditional ink wash grisaille craft is used to hand-paint the mountain-sea wave scene. The ink is divided into five shades with distinct layers, vividly presenting the majestic momentum of crashing waves, layered mountains, sturdy ancient pines and Han palaces by the river
• Exquisite Gold Gilding Decoration: Both the rim and the bottom of the high foot are decorated with double-layered gold gilded fretwork borders. The delicate and smooth golden lines form a sharp contrast with the elegant ink tone, exuding a luxurious texture amidst grandeur
• Qing Imperial Royal Aesthetic: Integrating Qing Dynasty imperial ink wash grisaille technique with Han Dynasty palace landscape themes, it showcases the grandeur of a unified dynasty and royal demeanor, reflecting the beautiful vision of "eternal rivers and mountains and peaceful prosperity" in Oriental culture
• Auspicious Symbolism: Mountain-sea waves symbolize "solid foundation, overwhelming momentum and abundant wealth"; Han Palace Spring Garden represents "prosperous times, good fortune and thriving career"; the overall implication is "boundless rivers and mountains and a bright future"—ideal for high-end business exchanges, corporate gifts and important holiday gifting

Craftsmanship

• Hand-Thrown & High-Temperature Bisque Firing: High-quality Jingdezhen kaolin clay is hand-thrown into the cup form and meticulously trimmed to the precise dimensions of Ø5cm rim diameter and 7cm height. The raw clay undergoes 1280℃ high-temperature bisque firing to form a dense, jade-like white porcelain base with a smooth and delicate surface
• High-Temperature White Glaze Firing: After bisque firing, premium transparent white glaze is evenly applied to the entire body, followed by a second high-temperature firing at 1300℃ to create a durable, glossy and luminous glaze layer
• Ink Wash Hand-Painting & Layered Shading: Master landscape artisans with over 20 years of experience use hair-thin brushes to hand-paint all mountain-sea waves and Han Palace Spring Garden motifs. The "five shades of ink" layered shading technique is applied, with 3–5 layers of subtle tone transitions to render the movement of waves, the texture of rocks and the details of palaces
• Premium Gold Gilding Process: Premium gold gilding is applied to key areas such as the rim and high foot by skilled artisans, who hand-paint the fretwork borders to ensure smooth lines and uniform luster
• Multi-Step Firing Process: After painting, the teacup undergoes 2 separate low-temperature firings at 780℃~820℃ to firmly set the ink wash pigments. A final low-temperature firing after gold gilding ensures the gold layer is permanently bonded, resulting in fade-resistant and scratch-resistant color and luster
• Extremely Low Yield Rate: The ultra-fine ink wash hand-painting and multi-temperature firing demand extreme precision, resulting in a final yield rate of only 20%~25%—each teacup is a unique, irreplaceable handcrafted art treasure

Product Specifications

Cup： Ø5cm (Rim) × H7cm; Max Width 4.5cm; 60ml capacity

Material： Jingdezhen kaolin clay, high-temperature transparent white glaze, overglaze ink wash pigments, premium gold

Use Case：Art collection, tea ceremony use, elegant display, high-end business gifting

Origin： Jingdezhen, China