Wood-Fired 500cc Lidded Mug / Beer Mug / P & F Ceramic Designs

©️ "Hidden Warmth Rose" 500cc Lidded Mug Add a touch of rose gold romance to your everyday life ❤️ The 500cc rose gold mug is subtly shimmering, with just the right capacity – not too much, not too little. It's perfect for a large cup of coffee to wake you up in the morning, or for a relaxing cup of tea. With the lid on, the aroma stays put. It feels warm and comfortable in hand, with a pleasing shape that's eye-catching whether placed on your desk or bedside table ❤️ The rim of this mug is not perfectly round; this is a natural result of the kiln's air pressure and draft during the wood-firing process. Each piece is unique and does not affect its usability. The beauty of the piece is not diminished by this characteristic. The item's condition is reflected in the price. Thank you 🙏 Diameter: 10cm Height: 13cm Capacity: Approx. 500cc ————————————- In the 2023 5th Shanghai International Wood-Fired Ceramics Competition, both P & F Ceramic Designs artists, Chen Shiping and Wang Yufan, had their works selected for excellence awards. Your support is our motivation to continue creating. https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53341561855_249c0591a6_c.jpg https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53341437984_c608c50771_c.jpg 2023 Media Interview: P & F Ceramic Designs' Lean Startup Journey https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53341329978_bb6984d457_c.jpg https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53341561785_f553253a82_c.jpg https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53341329968_8834731df8_c.jpg P & F Ceramic Designs does not pursue mass production. Each creation possesses a unique concept and design, imbuing life into the pieces through pure hand-pinching or wheel-throwing processes. Every piece is one of a kind. Our works are created together as a couple, hence the signatures "Ping" or "Fan," and some pieces bear the "P & F Ceramic Designs" stamp. Truly unique!! https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/51567264550_68d52fdae8_b.jpg **1. What is the origin of the works?** We primarily use American clay, Japanese clay, and Taiwanese Miaoli clay for our creations. https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/51567015014_0b15931da0_c.jpg https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/51565549942_7663197885_h.jpg https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/51567015039_4c2a9b80e3_c.jpg **2. What is the wood-firing process?** American clay, Japanese clay, and Miaoli clay are mixed in different proportions. The forming process is purely hand-pinched (not using a pottery wheel) and slowly shaped. After basic forming, the body lines are refined, then polished to complete the greenware. Once loaded into the kiln, it undergoes a continuous five-day, four-night wood-firing process using natural longan and acacia wood. The temperature reaches over 1200 degrees Celsius. During this time, natural ash deposits adhere to the works, forming a unique ash glaze. Simultaneously, the flame patterns within the kiln flow among the pieces, creating beautiful orange-red or blue-purple flame marks. After five days and four nights of ash and flame interplay, a week of cooling is required before a piece achieves its beautiful form! Because the kiln atmosphere differs with each wood-firing, the ash deposits and flame patterns on each piece are never the same, making every piece unique! https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/51567015104_1eec785177_b.jpg https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/51567264535_7bd0037e60_c.jpg https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/51565533012_fdce6d65a3_h.jpg https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/51566346721_2b98f539f8_c.jpg **3. What should our esteemed guests be aware of?** Product colors may vary slightly due to photographic lighting. The works are purely handmade, and will inevitably show traces of the crafting process. Minor variations may also occur due to the firing process, such as an uneven rim or slight crafting marks, which are normal and do not affect usability. We appreciate your understanding! https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/51565533097_13ea71a377_c.jpg https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/51565533012_219eca4133_c.jpg **4. P & F Ceramic Designs' Recent Competition and Exhibition History** 2023 Media Interview: P & F Ceramic Designs' Lean Startup Journey 2023 5th Shanghai International Wood-Fired Ceramics Competition: Two works selected - "Antelope Match" and "White Monkey Censer" 2023 Chinese Ceramic Art Association "Ceramic Sculpture · Tracing Ceramics" Member Joint Exhibition 2022 "Xin Tao Award" Excellent Award for New Ceramic Studios 2022 "Xin Tao Award" Innovative Ceramic Outstanding Personnel Award 2022 Chinese Ceramic Art Association "Shining Bright" Joint Exhibition 2022 Yilan Art Exhibition: Photography category selected - "Great Peng Spreads Its Wings" 2022 Chinese Ceramic Art Association "Brilliant" Joint Exhibition 2021 Miaoli Ceramic Art Festival Ceramic Competition: Wood-fired category honorable mention - "Cattle Collide" 2021 4th Shanghai International Wood-Fired Ceramics Competition: Three works selected - "Tears of Joy," "Dancing with Sheep," and "Sheepishly Happy" 2021 Miaoli Ceramic Art Association Cultural and Tourism Bureau Joint Exhibition 2020 Miaoli Ceramic Museum "Yi Yun" Joint Exhibition 2020 Miaoli Ceramic Art Festival Ceramic Museum Exhibition **Artists: Chen Shiping, Wang Yufan**