Jinseporcelain Ding Kiln Craftsmanship Beige Ceramic Orchid-Pattern Gourd Personal Tea Cup – Exquisite Gongfu Tea Set for Individual Use

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Ding Kiln Craftsmanship Beige Ceramic Orchid-Pattern Gourd Personal Tea Cup – Exquisite Gongfu Tea Set for Individual Use

Product Introduction
This tea cup centers on the intangible cultural heritage of the Song Dynasty’s Ding Kiln, blending traditional aesthetics with modern design to create a collectible and functional tea ware masterpiece.

Craftsmanship & Material
Employing the classic fukuro-zukuri (double-layered stacking) technique of Ding Kiln, the cup features a thin yet durable body with a milky beige glaze that exudes a jade-like luster. The glaze surface exhibits a unique “teardrop” texture (a result of kiln-induced), while the orchid patterns on the body are meticulously crafted using carving and printing techniques, harmonizing with the gourd shape.

Shape & Patterns
The gourd form draws inspiration from Neolithic pottery biomimicry, symbolizing “prosperity and wealth” with its divided structure. The orchid motifs reflect literati elegance and align with traditional Ding Kiln(such as lotus and). The hidden  character at the base attests to its noble lineage as court porcelain from the Northern Song Dynasty.

Cultural Significance
Gourds carry deep cultural symbolism: they represent the traditional wedding ritual “he jin (cup of unity)”and the enduring family prosperity of “melons upon melons”. Combined with iconic Ding Kiln forms like the “baby’s pillow” and “dragon-headed ewer,” the cup embodies Confucian virtues of integrity, as expressed in “Orchids thrive in secluded valleys, unbothered by others”.

Function & Design
Serving as a “personal tea cup” for individual tea ceremonies, it holds 350ml and features a rim designed to prevent burns, with a handle inspired by Song Dynasty ergonomic. It pairs perfectly with complementary Ding Kiln tea ware such as the gardenia-shaped cup or persimmon-glazed bowl, creating a complete Song-style tea set.