Handmade Jade Porcelain Tea Cup – Hand-Painted “Nine-Colored Deer” Yunomi | 28-Yaki Ceramic by You Shanzi
$238.00
A hand-pinched jade porcelain tea cup featuring a delicate hand-painted “Nine-Colored Deer” illustration inspired by East Asian artistic symbolism.
Its translucent porcelain body softly reveals the color of tea, creating a refined luminous effect reminiscent of traditional translucent cups.
The minimalist cylindrical form is balanced by intentionally preserved raw clay textures, adding a subtle wabi-sabi atmosphere.
Designed as a personal host cup for Gongfu tea sessions, while also suitable for sake and contemplative daily use.
Each piece is fully handmade and naturally unique in texture, brushwork, and glaze expression.
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1. Product Story / Craftsmanship
This handmade jade porcelain tea cup combines restrained form with narrative ceramic expression.
Built entirely by hand, the cup adopts a clean cylindrical silhouette that emphasizes proportion, texture, and surface detail rather than excessive decoration. Its quiet geometry allows the painted imagery and translucent porcelain body to become the emotional focus of the piece.
On the exterior surface appears a hand-painted “Nine-Colored Deer” motif — rendered with a light and dreamlike quality inspired by classical East Asian artistic aesthetics. Rather than functioning as simple illustration, the imagery acts as a poetic visual element integrated naturally into the ceramic surface.
The jade porcelain body possesses a soft translucency that subtly reveals the color and movement of tea liquor during use, creating an effect reminiscent of traditional delicate translucent cups. This luminous quality enhances both visual atmosphere and tea appreciation.
In contrast to the refined porcelain surface, portions of the exterior intentionally preserve raw clay texture and roughened “natural skin” details. These irregular areas introduce balance, depth, and a quiet wabi-sabi character reminiscent of shifting tree shadows or weathered stone surfaces.
With a capacity of approximately 80ml, the cup functions especially well as a personal host cup for Gongfu tea practice, while also being suitable for sake and other small beverages.
Balancing narrative imagery, translucency, and handmade texture, this piece represents a more poetic and contemplative direction within the 28-Yaki ceramic series.
2. Specifications
- Type: Handmade Tea Cup / Host Cup / Yunomi
- Material: 28-Yaki Jade Porcelain Stoneware
- Craft: Fully Hand-Pinched, Hand-Painted
- Capacity: Approx. 80ml
- Dimensions:
- Rim Diameter: 6.7 cm
- Base Diameter: 6 cm
- Height: 4.6 cm
- Surface Features: Hand-painted illustration, preserved raw texture areas
- Usage: Gongfu tea, host cup, sake
- Style: Wabi-sabi, narrative ceramic art, contemporary East Asian pottery
- Condition: New, unused, flawless
- Packaging: Standard protective shipping packaging
3. Artist Profile
You Shanzi, founder of Da You Tang Studio, is a ceramic artist and tea vessel collector with more than two decades of experience in East Asian tea culture.
After years of studying historical ceramics and tea traditions across China and Japan, he developed a distinctive understanding of hand-built pottery and ceramic aesthetics. His works emphasize not only visual expression, but also tactile experience, tea interaction, and the emotional atmosphere created during daily use.
The “28-Yaki” series was established in Chang’an. Its name derives from an ancient bronze-script variation of the Chinese character “玄” (Xuan), whose form visually resembles the numbers 2 and 8. The series represents a fusion of ceramic tradition, tea philosophy, and contemporary handmade expression.
Our Return & Refund Policy
We are committed to your satisfaction with every piece of art you receive. Because our products are handmade by skilled artisans, each item carries unique characteristics and a story of its own. Please read our policy carefully to understand how we handle returns and refunds.
Our Philosophy
Every piece you see is crafted individually, not mass-produced. This means variations in texture, color, and detail are not flaws—they are marks of authenticity. We ship directly from the artist's studio in China to ensure your item arrives with its story intact, just as if you were receiving it directly from the hands of the maker.
Shipping
We offer free worldwide shipping on all orders. Delivery typically takes 7–20 business days, as each item is prepared and sent with care directly from its place of creation.
Return Window
We accept returns within 30 days of delivery.
Conditions for Return
To be eligible for a return:
- The item must be unused, in original condition, and in its original packaging.
- Return is eligible for:
- Damage during transit
- Defects in craftsmanship
- A significant mismatch from the described item
We do not accept returns based on personal preference, color variations (due to screen settings), or minor aesthetic differences inherent in handmade goods.
Return Process
- Contact us within 30 days of delivery at [your email/contact form link].
- Provide your order number and photos/video of the issue.
- Once approved, we will provide a return shipping label and instructions.
- After we receive and inspect the item, we will notify you of the approval or rejection of your refund.
Refunds
If approved, refunds will be processed to your original payment method within 5–10 business days. Shipping costs are non-refundable, unless the return is due to our error or a damaged item.
Exchanges
We currently do not offer direct exchanges. If you wish to exchange an item, please return the original for a refund and place a new order.
FAQ
Q: What if the color looks different from the website photo?
Due to handmade materials and varying screen displays, subtle differences may occur. We photograph all products in natural light to show true texture and tone.
Q: Why does shipping take longer than usual?
Our items are made to order or sourced directly from artisans in China. This ensures you receive an authentic, carefully crafted piece—not a factory-made product. We include free worldwide shipping to honor your choice to own something truly unique.
Q: Can I return an item just because I don't like it?
As each piece is a unique work of art, we do not accept returns based on personal taste. We encourage you to appreciate the individuality of handmade creations. Our team is happy to assist if there is a quality issue.
Q: What if my item arrives damaged?
Please contact us within 48 hours of delivery with photos/video of the damaged item. We will arrange a replacement or refund.
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