Obsidian Black Golden Tenmoku Medium Cup | Premium Selection Golden Leopard Print - Artisan Handmade, Highly Recommended for Collectors

**Product Description and Story** Departing from the conventional, rigid impression of black clay and black glaze in Tenmoku pottery, we boldly embrace the concept of "Ancient Glaze, New Porcelain" to design a series of Tenmoku glazed tea cups and bowls. Our aim is to bring works of art into homes and the market for exquisite gifts. While the form and function are not revolutionary, the design draws inspiration from Song Dynasty tea bowls, infusing everyday life with aesthetic depth. Using them evokes a sense of returning to the serene tea-drinking rituals of the ancient Song era. Beyond the tea itself, appreciating the dazzling and ever-changing colors of the Tenmoku glaze's transmutation effect transports the mind to another realm, enhancing the pleasure of tea tasting. The cup's shape is a refined extension of the original Song tea bowl, ergonomically designed for a smooth grip. Made from high-mineral content materials, it possesses the quality of activating water. Each glaze color is unique. Furthermore, it has been tested by the Central Bureau of Standards, Ministry of Economic Affairs, R.O.C. according to CNS3503, confirming the absence of lead and cadmium. Chinese culture cherishes gold, symbolizing wealth, auspiciousness, and status (nobility, solemnity, imperial power). With the continuous rise in gold prices in recent years, we were inspired to create a series of golden products. The gold in the Obsidian Black Golden Tenmoku Cup is not achieved through gilding. Instead, 'Xinke Kiln' employs its proprietary technique, incorporating rare natural metals into the glaze. The golden hues are generated through the transmutation process inherent in Tenmoku glaze (the glaze material). Each piece is guaranteed to be single-glaze fired, making every cup truly one-of-a-kind. This is an exceptionally challenging creation. The Obsidian Black Golden Tenmoku Cup utilizes meticulous kiln firing techniques, where precise control over high temperatures induces liquid phase separation, resulting in unique, iridescent golden metallic colors and textures. The crystals display noble color variations depending on the angle of light, a testament to the perfect craftsmanship achieved through unique and highly sophisticated techniques. Materials Used: Japanese imported No. 26 porcelain clay Technique Used: Proprietary technology Production Process: Shaping (wheel throwing) → Bisque firing at 800°C → Refining the bisqued greenware (polishing) → Glazing → Glaze firing at 1320°C (firing time 72 hours) **Artistic Conception** The Obsidian Black Golden Tenmoku Medium Cup, themed "Golden Leopard Print Transmutation," draws inspiration from the wildness of nature and the reflections of starlight. The glaze shimmers with obsidian black and gold under light, with dynamic, leopard-print-like textures, showcasing the mystery and power of Eastern aesthetics. Each moment of tea appreciation becomes a profound dialogue with nature and the soul, allowing one to experience the depth and tranquility of life. **Detailed Product Introduction** This piece is hand-thrown by experienced artisans, using carefully selected high-quality porcelain clay and fired at a high temperature of 1300°C. The transmutation glaze contains various metal oxides, which naturally generate unique golden leopard print transmutation textures during the firing process, ensuring each medium cup is one-of-a-kind. The cup boasts an elegant shape, a comfortable capacity, and a pleasing grip, making it suitable for daily tea enjoyment, tea ceremony pairings, art collections, and elegant gifting. The manufacturer's strict quality control ensures the product passes the CNS3503 lead-free and cadmium-free inspection, guaranteeing health and safety. It comes with exquisite packaging, allowing you to savor life and convey heartfelt sentiments. **Product Information** Item Number: TM-5M Product Name: Obsidian Black Golden Tenmoku Medium Cup [Premium Selection] Golden Leopard Print Product Contents: One piece (exquisite packaging) Material: Porcelain clay Capacity: 130cc (full cup) Weight: 120 g ±5% Product Dimensions: Top rim diameter 9.2cm, bottom diameter 3.4cm, height 5.1cm Packaging Box Dimensions: 14x14x7.5cm Total Weight: 285 g ±5%