"Fire shapes clay. Ash paints the stars."
 
This cup honors a craft tradition from the Song Dynasty, which ruled from the year 960 to the year 1279. During that time, Jian Zhan tea bowls were prized by monks, scholars, and tea connoisseurs. The glaze was not painted. It formed naturally from wood ash and iron rich clay, fired at around 1300 degrees Celsius. In the kiln, the oil spot pattern, which is called You Di, emerges on its own. It is shaped by heat, minerals, and the air inside the kiln.
 
At the heart of this cup is an appreciation for imperfection, natural variation, and individuality. When you hold this cup, you hold a piece shaped by fire, chance, and tradition. Every sip is a quiet moment with a craft that has endured for centuries.
 
Price info: VAT included. Standard delivery included.
From origin to you: Estimated arrival 18 to 22 days.
Specs: Jian Zhan porcelain. Approximately 9.5 centimeters wide and 5.5 centimeters tall. Full capacity is approximately 120 milliliters.
Returns and refunds: Please see our Policy.
What is included: One Wood Oil Spot Jian Zhan cup + Gift box
 
Safety and care: Hand wash only. Avoid sudden temperature changes. Do not use in microwave, oven, or open flame. Do not use abrasive cleaners. Dry fully before storing. Natural kiln variations in the oil spot pattern are part of each piece's unique character. No two pieces are exactly alike.