[Mù Chūn Life] 60ml Tenmoku Glaze "Perfect Circle" Tea Cup / Wine Cup - A Masterpiece by Yè Mǐnxiáng of Yīnggē

→ Product Introduction This Tenmoku cup, with its full, rounded form, offers versatile use whether you are savoring tea, enjoying coffee, or partaking in a small drink. The beauty of Tenmoku lies in the infinite variations of its glaze. The surface often displays textures reminiscent of rabbit fur, silken threads, oil droplets, or leopard spots. The dazzling Tenmoku glaze, a technique mastered by Teacher Yeh, who has dedicated decades to researching glazes, requires precise control over the interplay of fire, clay, and glaze to achieve such exquisite detail in its textures and the overall ambiance of the vessel. Since ancient times, Tenmoku teacups have been highly esteemed by scholars and literati. In bygone eras, due to numerous uncontrollable factors, potters of past dynasties would labor meticulously, pouring their heart and soul into the pursuit of a perfect Tenmoku piece, dedicating their entire lives to the craft. Today, with advancements in technology, many variables in Tenmoku firing have been brought under control, yet it remains an exceptionally challenging and elusive type of ceramic ware to master. Beyond its aesthetic appeal, this piece is also designed for practicality. Teacher Yeh has meticulously adjusted each item based on years of experience, ensuring that every cup is comfortable to hold and durable for everyday use. → Product Specifications Tenmoku Glaze "Complete" Cup / Wine Cup Capacity: 60cc Dimensions: 7.5 x 7.5 x 4 (Length x Width x Height in cm) → Purchase Notes * Most products in this design studio are handcrafted, and the glaze or ash deposits on each piece will vary. This is precisely the charm of ceramic art. Therefore, once a piece is sold out, it will not be restocked, and an identical item cannot be found. If a piece you admire is purchased by someone else, we regret that you will need to select another item from our studio. We appreciate your understanding! You may also contact the designer to see if a similar piece is available. * Dimensions are measured by hand and may have a slight variation of up to 0.5 cm. * It is possible for minor marks to be present on the piece from the production process, as all items are handmade or semi-handmade. These traces of craftsmanship are inherent to the making process. * During the firing process, natural variations in glaze and ash distribution may occur, which is entirely normal and a characteristic emphasized in natural glazes. Ceramics are inherently natural. If you have any questions about the product, please feel free to send us a private message. * Product images are taken in a studio with adjusted lighting and environment, but without any post-processing. Please refer to the actual product for color accuracy. Variations in color will not be considered a defect. → Artist Introduction [Yeh Min-Hsiang] Apprenticed under Professor Wu Yu-Tang ◎ Experience 1979 Kiln Department Head, San Xi Tang Ceramic Company 1986 Founder, Xiang Yi Ceramic Studio 1993 Consultant, Gan Tang Xuan Handicraft Art Co., Ltd. 1998 Glaze Technology Advisor, Thai Factory, Xin Zhu Pottery Co., Ltd. 1998 Master Craftsman, Ceramic Department, Yingge Vocational High School of Industry and Commerce 2001 Consultant, Shandong Factory, Gan Tang Xuan Handicraft Art Co., Ltd. 2002 Vice General Manager, Jiaxing Quan You Handicraft Products Co., Ltd. 2003 Production Manager, Shanghai Qidong Huatai Ceramic Products Co., Ltd. 2005 Glaze Technology Advisor, Malaysian Specialty Ceramics Company ◎ Exhibited Works 1995 Professor Wu Yu-Tang and Student Joint Exhibition 2010 Taiwan Ceramics Museum Crystal Glaze Appraisal Exhibition (Piece Name: Crystal Series Six-Color Cups) 2011 Taiwan Ceramics Museum New Ceramic Product Appraisal Exhibition (Piece Name: Azure Ru Ware) 2011 Taiwan Ceramics Museum Taiwan Ceramic Brand Classic Exhibition (Piece Name: Crystal Series Six-Color Cups) 2012 Taiwan Ceramics Museum Pottery Gold Award (Piece Name: Happiness) 2012 Taiwan Excellent Handicraft Appraisal (Piece Name: Happiness) 2012 Taiwan Lifestyle Craft Design Competition - Food Culture Creative Product (Piece Name: Abundance Within Ru) 2013 Taiwan Excellent Handicraft Selection (Xiang Yi Ceramic Studio) 2013 Taiwan Yingge Kiln Brand Project - Featured Tableware Appraisal Exhibition (Azure - Lucky Tea Set) 2013 Taiwan Yingge Kiln Brand Project - Featured Tableware Appraisal Exhibition (Tenmoku Iron Spot Glaze Bowl) 2013 Taiwan Excellent Handicraft Appraisal Certificate (Peony Pattern Incense Holder) 2014 Taiwan Creative Living · New Ceramic Product Appraisal Exhibition - (Curved Pattern Pot Tea Set) 2014 Taiwan Yingge Kiln Brand Project - Trademark Licensing Appraisal - (Peony Pattern Incense Holder) 2014 Taiwan Yingge Kiln Brand Project - Trademark Licensing Appraisal - (Complete Tea Set) 2014 Taiwan Yingge Kiln Brand Project - Trademark Licensing Appraisal - (Tea Leaf Green Glaze Covered Cup) 2014 Taiwan New Taipei City Top Ten Quality Souvenirs - Creative Living Group Award - (Happiness Tea Set) 2015 Taiwan Yingge Kiln Brand Project - Trademark Licensing Appraisal - (Elegant Pot) 2015 Taiwan Yingge Kiln Brand Project - Trademark Licensing Appraisal - (Tenmoku Cup - Gold, Red Gold, Green Gold - 3 Styles) 2015 Taiwan Yingge Kiln Brand Project - Trademark Licensing Appraisal - (Happiness Tea Set) 2016 Taiwan New Taipei City Top Ten Quality Souvenirs - Creative Living Group Award - (Lucky Tea Set) 2020 "2020 New Taipei City Featured Product Selection" - Nominated in the "Good Living Items" category for "Gaiwan Tea Set" 2021 Taiwan Yingge Kiln Brand Project - Trademark Licensing Appraisal - (Natural Glaze Coffee Dripper) 2022 National Taiwan Craft Research and Development Institute - Taiwan Green Craft Selection - (Natural Glaze Coffee Dripper) 2023 National Taiwan Craft Research and Development Institute - Taiwan Green Craft Selection - (Maze Dripper) 2023 National Taiwan Craft Research and Development Institute - Taiwan Green Craft Selection - (Small Rim Cup) 2025 Things Find Their Place - Lifestyle Ritual Exhibition (Natural Glaze Coffee Dripper) → Design Studio Story Located in Yingge, Taiwan, our ceramics studio is deeply rooted in Taiwan for both design and production, offering aesthetically pleasing and practical ceramic coffee ware. Several Taiwanese master craftspeople with decades of experience blend traditional pottery techniques with coffee culture, making coffee and beauty an integral part of everyday life. Furthermore, our potters also possess extensive experience in producing tea sets and hand-thrown vessels. The Natural Glaze Cultural and Creative Studio also offers exquisite tea sets and purely handmade ceramic items.