Hand-Painted Goldfish & Persimmon Design

Jingdezhen Teacup

1. The Artisan’s Dialogue with Nature

This teacup is a canvas where Jingdezhen’s 1,000-year porcelain legacy meets wabi-sabi imperfection. The goldfish swirl as if glimpsed through a pond’s surface (note: intentionally uneven brushwork for tactile authenticity), while persimmons blush like autumn moons. Unlike mass-produced decals, these motifs are painted freehand with squirrel-hair brushes, a technique comparable to Renaissance fresco sketching.

2. Designed for Ritual

• Form Follows Serenity: The flared rim creates a “tea lake” for aroma diffusion, ideal for oolong or sencha. Base diameter (7cm) fits most warming trays.
• Ethical Craft: Glazes use riverbed minerals, echoing European stoneware traditions (e.g., Limoges). Dishwasher-safe but handwashing recommended to preserve gold detailing.
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3. Cultural Bridge

Gift-wrap option includes a seed paper tag embedded with persimmon seeds – a growable metaphor for the owner’s journey. Pair with our “Moonlit Pond” saucer (sold separately) to complete the tableau.