Six-piece Gift Set of Dragon Pattern Cup and Auspicious Tea Cup, 6-pack, F051

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1. Origin: The Kilns of Royal Legacy

• Handcrafted in Jingdezhen, China – The 1,000-year-old “Porcelain Capital,” where imperial kilns once produced ceramics for Ming (1368–1644) and Qing (1644–1912) emperors.
• Material: Fine kaolin clay with cobalt-blue underglaze, fired at 1,380°C for luminous, chip-resistant brilliance.
• Dual Symbolism:
  • Dragon Cups: Featuring the five-clawed dragon ( lóng wén), reserved for emperors, representing authority and cosmic power.
  • Auspicious Cups: Adorned with lotus and ruyi clouds ( rúyì xiángyún), embodying harmony and prosperity.

2. Historical Roots: From Throne to Teahouse

• Yongle Era (1403–1424): Blue-and-white dragon ware debuted as tribute tea sets for the Forbidden City.
• Qianlong Era (1735–1796): Became diplomatic gifts to Persia and Europe, inspiring Delftware and Meissen porcelain.
• Modern Revival: This set replicates palace museum artifacts using traditional hand-brush painting and double-firing techniques.

3. Cultural Narrative: Sipping from History

① The Dragon’s Might

• Drinking from the dragon cup channels “Tianming” (Mandate of Heaven) – a ritual act once exclusive to royalty.
• Five claws signify the emperor’s divine right, while swirling flames denote yang energy and vitality.

② Blessings in Bloom

• Lotus petals symbolize purity rising from chaos (Buddhist influence).
• Ruyi clouds form “eternal knots”, wishing the drinker career success and family unity.

③ Gifting Philosophy

• Number “6” sounds like “smooth” in Chinese, implying flawless fortune.
• Paired cups allow host-guest bonding, reflecting Confucian “li” (ritual propriety).

4. Why This Set Stands Apart

✔ Regal Craftsmanship: Each cup takes 72 hours to paint/fire, with 24k gold detailing.
✔ Dual Utility: Ideal for tea ceremonies (oolong/pu’er) or as whisky tumblers.
✔ Heirloom Quality: Matte-glazed base prevents table scratches; dishwasher-safe.

“To drink from this cup is to taste the dreams of dynasties.”

Perfect For:

• Weddings (symbolizing power + bliss).
• Executive gifts (dragons = leadership).
• Collectors of Ming-style porcelain.