{"product_id":"purple-clay-peony-tea-cup-with-lid","title":"Handmade Purple Clay Peony Tea Cup with Lid","description":"\u003ch2\u003eHandmade Purple Clay Peony Tea Cup with Lid\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eA functional work of art born from centuries of Chinese clay craft tradition. This master-level tea cup is handcrafted from authentic ZiSha purple clay — sourced exclusively from Jiangsu Province — and adorned with vivid peony motifs painted directly onto the clay body using traditional Chinese ink painting techniques. Every brushstroke, every carved line, is the work of a skilled artisan.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eArtisan Craftsmanship\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eColored Clay Painting:\u003c\/strong\u003e Peony patterns applied with different colored clays using knife and brush, following traditional Chinese painting methods\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRelief Carving \u0026amp; Line Engraving:\u003c\/strong\u003e Layered techniques create rich depth, texture, and visual dimension\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGourd-Shaped Lid with Air Hole:\u003c\/strong\u003e Precision-engineered for excellent airtightness — seal the vent and the cup can be inverted without leaking\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBreathable Clay Body:\u003c\/strong\u003e Naturally porous ZiSha clay enhances tea aroma and flavor with every brew\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhy Purple Clay?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSeasons with Use:\u003c\/strong\u003e Surface grows smoother, glossier, and more refined over time as it absorbs tea fragrance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThermal Stability:\u003c\/strong\u003e Slow heat transfer provides excellent resistance to temperature changes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMineral-Rich Clay:\u003c\/strong\u003e Raw ore purple clay naturally contains iron and other minerals\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAroma Memory:\u003c\/strong\u003e Recommended for brewing the same type of tea to build depth of flavor over time\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eAbout the Artisan\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopifycdn.net\/s\/files\/1\/0581\/5104\/3221\/files\/O1CN01zUAx7w1oyF7LXsPas__186413.jpg?v=1657006522\" alt=\"Artisan SuFei\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eCrafted by \u003cstrong\u003eSuFei\u003c\/strong\u003e, born in Jiangsu in 1988 and recognized as a national craft artist. With years of dedicated practice, SuFei has developed a deeply personal approach to purple clay — exploring texture, deconstructing form, and infusing each piece with a contemporary creative spirit rooted in tradition. Her works have received numerous awards and are collected by enthusiasts worldwide.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ciframe src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/zDXoEs2__lQ\" height=\"350\" width=\"100%\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAuthentic ZiSha Purple Clay\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIncludes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1 × Tea Cup + 1 × Lid\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCapacity\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e400 ml (13.5 oz)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eW 10.8 cm (4.3 in) × H 13.5 cm (5.3 in)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMotif\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePeony (symbol of elegance \u0026amp; prosperity)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch3\u003ePerfect For\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eSerious tea connoisseurs, collectors of fine Chinese teaware, Gongfu tea ceremonies, home display, and as a premium gift for housewarmings, birthdays, and special occasions.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Kiriko House","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47882734829789,"sku":"FWEF008","price":95.98,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0802\/2409\/2381\/files\/fwef008_01_2_1.jpg?v=1777991621","url":"https:\/\/cupshome.com\/products\/purple-clay-peony-tea-cup-with-lid","provider":"Edo Kiriko House","version":"1.0","type":"link"}