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Find quiet mountain-lake serenity in every brew
““Blending the centuries-old wheel-thrown craftsmanship of Jingdezhen with subtle natural glaze finish, this stoneware Gourd Fair Cup features a textured clay body layered with hand-brushed lake-green glaze that softly blends and merges during high-temperature firing.
Shaped with a rounded lower body, straighter upper section, and a subtle inward transition between the shoulder and belly, the form creates a gentle balance inspired by natural organic shapes.
Finished with a small foot ring, C-shaped handle, and compact pouring spout, Lake Veil combines traditional ceramic craftsmanship with contemporary tea aesthetics, creating a relaxed tea ritual filled with quiet lakeside tranquility with every pour.”
Hand-Thrown Jingdezhen/ 景德鎮 Craft
Individually wheel-thrown by master artisans in Jingdezhen / 景德鎮, each Lake Veil Gourd Fair Cup carries its own unique weight, silhouette, and balanced grip that mass-produced teaware cannot replicate.
Hand-Brushed Lake Green Landscape Glaze Meets Rustic Speckled Body
Hand-brushed mineral glazes build layer upon layer, naturally fusing at peak temperature to form soft lake-mountain gradients with unique surface textures. The speckled raw stoneware body delivers primitive aged charm, its earthy clay perfectly complementing the silky glaze—an ideal match for wabi-sabi tea spaces.
Rounded Form Inspired by Natural Balance
The gently rounded lower body, subtle inward transition, and compact foot create a harmonious silhouette inspired by natural forms.
Unlike a traditional symmetrical gourd shape, Lake Veil features a more refined proportion with a straighter upper section flowing naturally into a fuller rounded belly.
The C-shaped handle provides a comfortable grip, while the short pouring spout delivers a smooth and controlled stream for effortless tea serving.
High-Temperature Durable Firing
Fired through a gradual segmented heating curve with extended high-temperature hold at peak, strengthening the clay body for long-term daily brewing use.
Versatile: Daily Ritual or Thoughtful Gift
Whether completing your personal tea setup at home or gifting to someone who appreciates quiet craftsmanship, this Wide Rim Fair Cup serves both as an essential brewing companion and an elegant, understated gesture for design enthusiasts, minimalists, and tea lovers alike.
FAQ
Q: Is this fair cup real handmade Jingdezhen ceramic?
A: Yes. Every Gourd Fair Cup is wheel-thrown and hand-glazed by Jingdezhen artisans. Due to the handmade process, each piece may have subtle variations in shape, texture, and glaze appearance.
Q: Why do glaze colors look slightly different on each piece?
A: Color variations come from manual brush glazing and high-temperature glaze fusion. Subtle differences are natural handmade marks, not defects.
Q: Can I put this fair cup in the microwave or dishwasher?
A: Microwave is not recommended. Hand wash only with mild soap to protect the glaze texture. Avoid hard abrasive scrubbers.
Q: What teas work best with this Gourd Fair Cup?
A: Ideal for green tea, white tea, and any tea where rapid cooling preserves delicate flavors. Also excellent for cold-brewed teas.
Q: Is returns accepted for slight glaze color differences?
A: Minor glaze variations are inherent artisanal features. Please refer to our full Customer Notice below for details on our handmade variance policy.
Specifications
| Material | Stoneware (Matte speckled raw clay base) |
| Craftsmanship | Hand-thrown body, hand-brushed layered lake green mountain landscape gradient glaze |
| Firing Process | Gradual segmented heating curve, reaching a peak temperature of approximately 1270°C |
| Dimensions | Fair Cup: Height 8.5 cm (3.35 in) · Width 12.5 cm (4.92 in) |
| Capacity | Approx. 200 ml (6.76 fl oz) |
| Weight | Net Weight: 208 g (7.34 oz / 0.46 lbs) |
| Care Instructions | Hand wash recommended. Clean gently with mild unscented soap or baking soda. Avoid harsh abrasive scrubbers. |
| Care Tip |
Rinse off all cleaning residue thoroughly after washing, then air-dry uncovered. Stoneware has porous clay bodies; leftover soap or baking soda will absorb unpleasant odors over time and leave stale smells.
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Important Customer Notice: Unique Hand-Brushed Glaze Marks
Every piece in the Lake Veil collection is individually handcrafted with layered natural mineral glazes and finished through high-temperature kiln firing. Due to the nature of hand brushing, glaze flow, and the interaction between minerals and heat, slight variations in color tone, texture, and surface details are naturally created during the firing process.
Product images are provided as a visual reference only. Each vessel carries its own unique glaze expression, with subtle differences in gradient, texture, and surface character while maintaining the overall design harmony of the collection.
These natural variations are inherent characteristics of handcrafted Jingdezhen ceramics, not production defects. For this reason, returns or exchanges will not be accepted based solely on differences in glaze color, texture, or surface appearance.
These individual marks reflect the beauty of traditional ceramic craftsmanship, where each piece is shaped by both the artisan's hand and the natural transformation of the kiln.
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