No. 5 / Peacock Series / Drinking Cup 90ml

Artist: Yu-Ning Chiu Capacity: 90ml (full cup) Dimensions: Diameter 8.8cm, Height 4.2cm Material: Pure ceramic clay Packaging: Handmade gift box with a certificate of authenticity Origin: Yingge, Taiwan Selected, China Design Originality Award, 2017 Excellence Award, Yingge Ceramics Evaluation, 2018 Honorable Mention, Arts and Crafts Category, Taiwan Craft Competition, 2018 Finalist, Chinese Design Award, 2019 Featured Column, New Taipei City Culture Quarterly, 2021 Presidential Office Craft Exhibition, 2022 Executive Yuan Gallery Exhibition, 2023 Special Exhibition "Poetic Moments in Clay", 2024 This piece is created through the meticulous layering of four to five different glazes. Achieved by carefully controlling the thickness of each glaze application and firing at 1260°C, the piece undergoes a 20-hour trial by fire. This intense process allows the glaze to contract and flow within the kiln, creating the mesmerizing patterns and fluidity reminiscent of peacock feathers. The challenge in its creation lies in the precise control of glaze thickness and the temperature curve. Too thin or insufficient heat will prevent the development of the "peacock unfolding" pattern, while too thick or excessive heat can cause the glaze to run onto the accompanying plate, damaging both the cup and the plate. Even ambient temperature fluctuations can influence the final outcome. Countless factors interweave to shape its unique appearance, and even after years of dedication, its transformations remain elusive. It is precisely this unpredictability that imbues each finished work with such precious value. The artist hopes that this piece inspires viewers to approach every challenge with unwavering hope and persistent effort. Just as a peacock unfurls its magnificent plumage, may you too one day radiate beauty and illuminate your life with brilliance. Additional Information: Colors may vary slightly. Please refer to the actual product for exact color representation.