Mini Gongfu Teacup Set

Imagine a cup so light, it feels like holding a breath of air.

Handcrafted by artisan A-Xiao in Dehua, this Eggshell porcelain cup is shaped from the finest local clay using an ultra-thin hand-pressing technique passed down through generations.

With walls refined to approximately 0.5 mm, the porcelain becomes gently translucent under light—allowing the color of your tea to glow from within.

It is not fragile luxury, but quiet mastery made visible.

Why This Cup Feels Different

Paper-Thin, Yet Confident in Hand

The eggshell-thin walls create an exceptionally soft lip-feel, letting tea touch the palate first—before weight, before distraction. This subtle tactility enhances aroma and clarity, especially in refined brews.

Qing-Era Restraint, Not Ornament

Each cup is finished with hand-carved plum blossoms and a distinctive triangular rim—details inspired by late Qing aesthetics, where decoration was meant to whisper, not impress.

Designed for Intimate Gongfu Moments

With a capacity of 30 ml, these cups are intentionally small. Sold as a set of three, they are ideal for quiet tea sessions—shared with close friends, or enjoyed alone in a garden, studio, or sunlit room.

What Tea Drinkers Often Ask

Is it too thin for daily use?

Despite its lightness, this cup is fired at high temperature and made to be used, not displayed. With mindful handling—as one would treat fine glassware—it fits naturally into daily Gongfu practice.

Will it affect heat or flavor?

Yes, in the best way. The thin walls allow the tea to cool just enough to open aroma, while the small volume ensures each sip remains fresh and fragrant.

Is each cup identical?

No—and that is intentional. Minor variations in thickness, translucency, and carving are the mark of true handmade Dehua porcelain, not defects.

Perfect Pairing

Especially suited for aromatic and expressive teas such as:

• Oolong
• Rock Tea (Yancha)
• Black Tea

The small volume heightens aroma, clarity, and rhythm—sip by sip.

The Details

• Set: 3 handmade cups
• Capacity: 30 ml
• Dimensions: H 2.5 cm × D 4.6 cm
• Craft: Ultra-thin hand-pressing
• Origin: Dehua, China

A Quiet Luxury You Can Actually Use

This is not a cup meant to impress guests at first glance.

It reveals itself slowly—through touch, light, and repeated use.

A small object.

A long companion.