Chinese Tang style blue and white porcelain carved double phoenix bird pattern gyro cup 245ml Jingdezhen handmade coffee cup

The meaning and symbol of the Phoenix (derived from the cultural connotation of ancient China) 1. The harmony of yin and yang and the symbol of imperial power - Hermaphrodite: The male is "Phoenix" and the female is "Phoenix" ("The Book of Songs" "Phoenix is flying"), symbolizing the harmony of yin and yang and a happy marriage. After the Han Dynasty, they gradually merged into a female divine bird, corresponding to the dragon, and became a symbol of the emperor and empress. - Royal majesty: Since the Tang Dynasty, the phoenix pattern has been used exclusively by the royal family. It can be seen on the queen's dresses and court porcelain, representing supreme power and nobility. 2. The metaphor of virtue and gentleman - The bird of five virtues: According to the Classic of Mountains and Seas, "the word 'virtue' is written on its head and the word 'righteousness' is written on its wings." Confucianists use the phoenix to represent the five virtues of benevolence, righteousness, propriety, wisdom and trustworthiness, and it symbolizes the character of a gentleman. - Auspicious signs of a peaceful and prosperous world: "When the Shao music is played to perfection, the phoenix will come to the world", the appearance of the phoenix indicates a peaceful and prosperous world. 3. Nirvana, rebirth and eternal life - Rebirth in the Fire: After the introduction of Buddhism, the image of the phoenix was merged with that of the Indian "Garuda", forming the image of nirvana "rebirth in the fire" (such as Guo Moruo's "Phoenix Nirvana"), symbolizing tenacity and hope. - Immortality: Taoism regards the phoenix as a fairy bird. Baopuzi says that it "drinks nectar and lives on the phoenix tree", representing longevity and transcendence. 4. Phoenix pattern in blue and white porcelain - Tang and Song Dynasty Style: In the Tang Dynasty, the phoenix pattern was full and gorgeous, often paired with peonies; in the Song Dynasty, influenced by the aesthetic taste of literati, the lines became more elegant. - Jingdezhen Craftsmanship: During the Yuan, Ming and Qing dynasties, blue and white phoenix patterns used cobalt blue glaze to express the layers of flames, which was in line with the image of "fire phoenix" and was often seen on porcelain bestowed by the royal family. 【Brand Introduction】 Welcome to Shiciji. We are committed to creating the beauty of space for you through handmade ceramic works. Originated from Jingdezhen, the thousand-year-old porcelain capital, based on the traditional blue and white porcelain craftsmanship, integrating the Annan blue and white style and traditional patterns, presenting the beauty of handmade. Products include tea sets, coffee sets, daily food utensils, home accessories and furniture, etc., looking forward to your favor. All products are shipped directly from mainland China. 【Purchase and after-sales service instructions】 All items are hand-painted and there are slight differences between each piece. The finished product effect is similar but shipped randomly. It is normal for the glaze to flow or line on the cup body to smudge occasionally (please be careful if you mind). The goods will be shipped from Jingdezhen within 7 working days after the order is placed. Because all items are rare and need to be transported over long distances, please carefully consider whether you like them before purchasing and consume rationally. No returns or exchanges will be accepted without quality issues. It is recommended to take an unpacking video when receiving the goods for inspection. [Usage suggestions] To prevent porcelain from being scratched by sharp objects, it is recommended to wash by hand after use. It is not recommended to use a dishwasher for cleaning.