Peacock Display Gongfu Cup - 60ml | Yu-Ning Chiu | Yinge Kiln | A9-06

Artist: Yu-Ning Chiu Capacity: 60ml (full capacity) Dimensions: Diameter 6.6cm, Height 3.3cm Material: Fine porcelain clay Packaging: Handmade gift box with certificate of authenticity Origin: Yinge Selected for the China Design Originality Award in 2017 Recognized as an excellent work in the Yinge Kiln Evaluation in 2018 Awarded Honorable Mention in the Fine Crafts category at the Taiwan Craft Competition in 2018 Nominated for the Chinese Design Award in 2019 Featured in a special column of the New Taipei City Culture Quarterly in 2021 Exhibited at the Presidential Office in 2022 Exhibited at the Executive Yuan Art Gallery in 2023 Featured in the "Pottery and Leisure Time" special exhibition in 2024 Licensed as a "Yinge Kiln" brand in 2025 This piece is crafted through the meticulous layering of four to five different glazes. By carefully controlling the thickness of each glaze application and firing at 1260°C, it undergoes a 20-hour transformation in the kiln. This intense heat causes the glaze to shrink and flow, creating the distinctive patterns and fluid movement reminiscent of peacock feathers. The challenge in its creation lies in the precise control of glaze thickness and the firing temperature curve. If the glaze is too thin or the temperature too low, the characteristic peacock feather pattern will not emerge. Conversely, if the glaze is too thick or the temperature too high, it can flow onto the accompanying plate, causing the cup and plate to be damaged together. Even ambient temperature fluctuations can influence the final outcome. Numerous factors are at play, and despite years of dedicated study, achieving perfect predictability remains elusive. It is precisely this complexity that imbues each finished piece with its preciousness. The artist hopes this work inspires everyone to face challenges with unwavering hope and persistent effort, ultimately allowing them to unfurl their own beautiful "feathers" and illuminate their lives with brilliance, much like a peacock in full display. Additional Notes: Colors may vary slightly; the actual product color prevails. ★ If no gift box color is specified, it will be shipped randomly.