Discover the quiet brilliance of the handcrafted 'Auspicious Cloud' teacup, a refined tribute to Song Dynasty aesthetics and timeless Chinese ceramic tradition. Inspired by classical forms yet interpreted through a modern lens, this teacup blends simplicity, symmetry, and texture in one elegant vessel.

Hand-thrown and shaped from iron-rich clay, the teacup is coated in a deep persimmon red glaze—a hue reminiscent of traditional kiln-fired ceramics—then finished with a hammered surface texture that reflects light in shifting, organic patterns. This striking effect evokes the spirit of auspicious clouds, capturing movement and depth without the use of any surface painting or applied decoration.

Fired at high temperatures in a carefully controlled atmosphere, the glaze subtly pools and thins across the hammered surface, revealing tonal variations that are both natural and intentional. The result is a uniquely tactile, visually compelling object that feels substantial in the hand yet remarkably smooth to the touch.

With a capacity of approximately 140 ml, this base-less cup is ideally suited for traditional gongfu tea sessions or slow, mindful sipping. Each piece is one-of-a-kind, echoing the philosophy of embracing nature’s irregular beauty in functional form.

Let this teacup be a daily ritual or a display-worthy collectible—either way, it invites you to reconnect with the grounded serenity at the heart of Chinese tea culture.

Product Details

Material: Iron-rich clay, persimmon red glaze

Craftsmanship: Fully handcrafted, high-fired ceramic

Surface: Hammered texture with flowing glaze variations

Design Style: Song-inspired, base-less silhouette

Origin: China

Dimensions: Diameter 9.0 cm, Height 6.0 cm

Capacity: Approx. 140 ml

About the Artist

Yang Deying is a master ceramicist dedicated to reviving traditional Chinese forms through contemporary craftsmanship. Known for his precision and poetic sensitivity to material, his work embodies the meeting of old and new—grounded in heritage, yet expressive of modern artistry. Each of his creations reflects decades of refinement, quiet mastery, and deep respect for the ritual of tea.