Discover the 7cm Ceramic Green Ice Crack Jian Zhan Tea Cup, a masterpiece of tableware artistry bringing ancient Chinese tea tradition into your modern rituals. This petite yet profound vessel carries the distinguished legacy of Jian Zhan pottery, renowned for its unique crystallization patterns that emerge during high-temperature firing. The mesmerizing green ice crack design creates a one-of-a-kind surface that evolves with each viewing angle.

Crafted from traditional dark iron clay with natural mineral glazes, this teacup embodies both functionality and artistic expression. The 65ml capacity offers the perfect portion for mindful tea appreciation, allowing you to fully experience the nuanced flavors and aromas of your finest teas.

The Ancient Art of Jian Zhan Ceramics

Dating back to the Song Dynasty (960-1279), Jian Zhan pottery represents one of China's most treasured ceramic traditions. Each cup emerges from an intensive firing process where temperatures reach extraordinary heights, causing the glaze to crystallize in distinctive patterns that can never be duplicated. This particular piece showcases the coveted ice crack effect, with emerald fissures running across its surface like frozen lightning.

The unpredictable nature of the kiln transformation embodies the Taoist principle of yielding to natural forces—a perfect companion for mindful tea drinking practices that embrace presence and acceptance.

Elevating Your Tea Ritual Experience

This teacup transforms ordinary tea drinking into a formal tableware setting with spiritual dimension. Tea connoisseurs particularly appreciate how the cup's mineral-rich composition subtly enhances the flavor profiles of various teas, especially oolongs and darker varieties. The substantial walls provide excellent heat retention while the compact size encourages deliberate sipping and appreciation.

Unlike mass-produced vessels, each handmade ceramic dish in our collection bears the subtle marks of its artisan creator, making your cup not just a vessel but a true artistic treasure that will develop deeper character with each use.

Natural Beauty in Daily Practice

Beyond its ceremonial significance, this cup brings artistic elegance to your everyday moments of reflection. The contrast between the dark iron clay body and the luminous green glaze creates a visual poetry that complements our Textiles and Home Ambiance collections, blending seamlessly with both traditional and contemporary interiors.

The cup's organic form feels satisfying in the hand, with a balanced weight that grounds the tea drinking experience. Many practitioners find that using such mindfully crafted dining accessories encourages a slower, more appreciative approach to consumption.

Product Features

• Dimensions: 7cm diameter × 3.6cm height (approx. 2.76 inches × 1.42 inches)
• Capacity: 65ml (approx. 2.2 fl oz)
• Material: Traditional dark iron clay body with natural mineral glaze
• Firing Method: High-temperature kiln transformation creating unique Green Ice Crack pattern
• Cultural Heritage: Authentic Jian Zhan crafting technique (registered Chinese National Intangible Cultural Heritage)
• Care: Hand wash only, avoid abrasive cleaners
• Note: Being handcrafted, each cup features slight variations in pattern and exact dimensions, making your piece truly one-of-a-kind

Perfect as a meaningful gift for tea enthusiasts or as a personal treasure to elevate your daily ritual, this cup honors both tradition and mindful presence. The Green Ice Crack pattern serves as a meditation on impermanence, reminding us to savor each moment as it unfolds—just as no two sips of tea are ever quite the same.

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