{"product_id":"jingdezhen-qingbai-folded-base-cup-with-calligraphy","title":"Jingdezhen Handmade Qingbai Porcelain Folded-Base Tea Cup","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions\u003c\/strong\u003e: Cup Mouth Diameter 7.8cm x Height 5.5cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInscription\u003c\/strong\u003e: \"Elegance of the Recluse Orchid\" (You Lan Qing Yun) · Spring of Yisi Year · Xiaojian\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePoetry \u0026amp; Cultural Meaning\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe cup is engraved with four powerful characters: \u003cstrong\u003e\"幽蘭清韻\" (Yōu Lán Qīng Yùn)\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\"Elegance of the Recluse Orchid\"\u003c\/strong\u003e · Xiaojian\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTranslated literally, it means \"The Pure Melody of the Hidden Orchid.\" In Chinese culture, the orchid symbolizes the virtuous scholar—unassuming, elegant, and resilient in solitude. This poetic phrase captures the essence of finding tranquility amidst chaos. It transforms the act of drinking tea into a meditative practice, reminding us to seek purity and inner peace in our daily lives.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCraftsmanship \u0026amp; Design\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"ybc-ul-component\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"ybc-li-component ybc-li-component_ul\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"ybc-li-component__dot-wp\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eClassic Folded-Base Shape\u003c\/strong\u003e: A timeless Song Dynasty design featuring a slightly flared rim and a folded foot ring. This shape sits stably on the table and fits perfectly in the palm, allowing you to appreciate the color of the tea liquor while preventing heat transfer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"ybc-li-component ybc-li-component_ul\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"ybc-li-component__dot-wp\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHeritage Qingbai Glaze\u003c\/strong\u003e: Crafted using Jingdezhen's 1000-year-old \u003cstrong\u003eQingbai (Blue-White)\u003c\/strong\u003e technique. Fired at 1300°C, the glaze achieves a jade-like translucency that is both cool to the touch and visually soothing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"ybc-li-component ybc-li-component_ul\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"ybc-li-component__dot-wp\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExpressive Calligraphic Engraving\u003c\/strong\u003e: Instead of painted-on designs, the inscription is hand-carved directly into the porcelain body before glazing. This \"one-knife\" technique preserves the raw energy and texture of the calligrapher's brushstrokes, making each cup a unique tactile experience.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePerfect For\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"ybc-ul-component\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"ybc-li-component ybc-li-component_ul\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"ybc-li-component__dot-wp\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSolo tea sessions to cultivate mindfulness and personal reflection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"ybc-li-component ybc-li-component_ul\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"ybc-li-component__dot-wp\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs a centerpiece in a minimalist or contemporary Asian-inspired tea room.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"ybc-li-component ybc-li-component_ul\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"ybc-li-component__dot-wp\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA thoughtful gift for lovers of classical Chinese poetry, Confucian philosophy, or fine ceramics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNote\u003c\/strong\u003e: Hand wash only to preserve the delicate glaze and the integrity of the engraved calligraphy. Due to the handmade nature, dimensions may vary slightly by ±0.2cm.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"EastInkArt","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51133865459879,"sku":null,"price":49.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0763\/7119\/8119\/files\/IMG_20250226_204859.jpg?v=1788682395","url":"https:\/\/eastinkart.com\/products\/jingdezhen-qingbai-folded-base-cup-with-calligraphy","provider":"EastInkArt","version":"1.0","type":"link"}