Underglaze Red Incense Burner-Style Cup

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$299.99

This censer-style cup is handcrafted using the underglaze red technique. The shape is inspired by ancient censer designs, embodying a rich cultural heritage while showcasing a distinctive artistic beauty. The cup’s form features a simple and dignified tone, with smooth and natural lines. The rim gently flares outward, exuding elegance, while the body is rounded and well-balanced, providing a sense of visual harmony and comfort.

The beauty of the censer-style cup lies not only in its exterior design but also in the meticulous attention to detail and craftsmanship. The proportion of the rim is perfectly calibrated for a comfortable grip when drinking. The base slightly tapers inward, adorned with classic meander patterns, adding visual depth and incorporating the traditional Chinese cultural symbolism of “endlessness and continuity.”

Moreover, underglaze red is an exceptionally challenging technique, with a very low success rate. It uses copper as the coloring agent, with patterns directly painted onto the white porcelain body and then covered with a transparent glaze. During firing in a high temperature reducing flame, the copper elements produce a vivid red hue, giving the name “underglaze red.” The rich and vibrant red contrasts sharply with the pure white porcelain, highlighting the unique texture and beauty of the underglaze red.

The entire cup features intertwining lotus patterns as its main motif. In traditional symbolism, the intertwining lotus, known as “wan shou teng” (longevity vine), represents blessings and continuity due to its layered structure and endless growth. In Confucian culture, the lotus symbolizes purity, truth, and beauty, while also being associated with Buddhism. The Chinese word for lotus, “莲” (lián), is a homophone for “连” (continuity), expressing heartfelt wishes and good fortune. As part of traditional Chinese decorative motifs, the intertwining lotus has been passed down through generations, appreciated for both its aesthetic charm and cultural significance. The lotus embodies a sacred and pure elegance—beautiful without being flamboyant, refined without being ostentatious—making it a popular decorative element in everyday life.

This underglaze red censer-style cup is a treasure that perfectly integrates art and practicality. By utilizing the precious underglaze red technique, it harmoniously combines ancient craftsmanship with modern aesthetics. The deep red, reminiscent of dancing flames, shines brilliantly against the pure white porcelain, exuding an aura of nobility and sophistication.

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Colour

Origin

Material

Craft

Red Underglaze Colour

Capacity

110ml

Height

5cm

Rim Diameter

7.5cm

Base Diameter

4.5cm

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