Ming-Style Crane Relief Cup

Light, Quiet, Timeless

This cup revives the classic relief language of Ming Dynasty Dehua porcelain, interpreted for everyday use today. Ultra-thin walls, soft white porcelain, and hand-carved crane or traditional motifs give it a calm presence—decorative, yet restrained.

It’s a small cup with a long memory, made to be used, not preserved.

How It Feels

Light in the Hand, Clear in the Moment

Lift it and you’ll notice the thinness immediately—light, balanced, almost floating. The white porcelain reflects tea color with clarity, making each pour visually grounding.

At around 40ml, the size encourages slower drinking and closer attention. Whether it’s oolong, pu’er, white tea, or even a morning espresso, the cup naturally focuses aroma and temperature. It feels intimate, personal, and quietly energizing.

This is the kind of cup that invites you to pause—if only for a few sips.

Why It’s Different

• Ming-Style Relief Design
  Inspired by classic Dehua crane and traditional motifs, hand-crafted rather than printed.
• Ultra-Thin Porcelain
  Light, refined, and expressive—made for experienced hands and mindful use.
• Historically Inspired Clay
  Formulated to echo Ming-era Dehua material, fired with modern control for reliability.
• Versatile Use
  Equally at home with tea or a short espresso.

Our porcelain clay is specifically formulated to capture the iconic 'lard-white' (猪油白) luster of the Ming era, offering a warmth that standard industrial porcelain lacks.

Ideal For

• Oolong
• Pu’er
• White tea
• Espresso (yes, really)

Built for Daily Use

• Approx. 40ml capacity
• Handcrafted Dehua porcelain
• Natural variations from handmade relief work
• Thin walls—handle with care, like fine glassware

Taiwu Note

This cup doesn’t try to recreate the past perfectly.
It simply brings an old rhythm back into modern life—
one quiet sip at a time.