This teacup was handmade by Ma Xijun of Xiwu Studio in Hangzhou. Ma Xijun is a contemporary ceramic artist who specializes in shino and wood ash glaze.

The pottery wares of Ma Xijun are renowned for their organic shapes and rough surfaces, carefully contrasted with a use of fine glazes and skillful firing. Each piece of pottery can be considered a product of experience, from clay selection to glaze finish, even the smallest cup is a realization of years of artistic dedication and an intimate understanding of tea.

As you may be able to spot in the photo, this teacup features the unique patterns caused by deliberate cracking. These crackles will absorb the colour of tea and gradually it will be dyed. Over time you will see the slow change as you use it to brew your tea.
 
This teacup includes a protective pouch, as seen in the final photo, to safeguard your teaware during transport. Designed for both convenience and reuse, it ensures your teaware remain secure wherever you go. Please note that the pouch colour will be selected at random.

Diameter: 6.5cm
Height: 5.5cm
Volume: 55ml (80% full)

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