Kungfuyang Longquan Celadon Ge Kiln Thumb Ring Cup
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Bring focused detail to your tea practice with Longquan Celadon Ge Kiln Thumb Ring Cup, selected by Kungfuyang for gongfu tea and daily rituals.
Product Highlights
- Teacup selected for gongfu tea and daily rituals
- Distinctive crackle-glaze texture
- Capacity: 70ml
Materials & Craft
The source listing identifies Longquan celadon. Its crackle-glaze texture gives this teacup a distinct visual and tactile character.
Small variations in tone, glaze, texture, brushwork, or dimensions can occur in craft-led pieces and are part of their individual character.
Product Details
Product Specifications
Capacity: 70 ml
Diameter: 7.0cm
Height: 5.0cm
Material: Iron Clay & Celadon Glaze
Food Safe: Yes
Packaging: Premium gift box
Born from the legacy of the Southern Song dynasty, this cup honors Ge Kiln—one of the Five Great Kilns of the Song era. Its surface tells the story of time through the iconic “golden threads and iron wires” crackle pattern, a hallmark of Ge ware achieved through a slow, deliberate alchemy of firing, cooling, and oxidation.
After initial kiln firing, the fine crackles—the “iron wires”—forms naturally during cooling. The piece is then immersed in charcoal-ash water, traditionally made from stove-bottom soot, which seeps into the cracks, staining them a deep, lasting black. The cup then rests, often for two to three years, during which gentler, finer secondary cracks gradually emerge. Through prolonged exposure to air, these delicate lines oxidize into subtle golden hues—the “golden threads.” Together, they create a living map of time on ceramic skin.
Fired in the celadon tradition of Longquan, the cup’s soft beige-toned glaze offers a warm, understated backdrop to the intricate network of dark and golden fissures. Its compact, ergonomic thumb ring form fits comfortably in hand, designed for intimate tea sipping or contemplative display.
Ideal For
This teacup is suited to gongfu tea and daily rituals, personal collections, and thoughtful gifting where appropriate.
Care Instructions
Hand wash gently with warm water unless the original specifications state otherwise. Avoid abrasive cleaners and sudden temperature changes, then dry completely before storage.
About Kungfuyang
Kungfuyang is dedicated to Chinese tea culture, bringing together expressive teaware, practical accessories, and distinctive teas for unhurried daily rituals. We focus on clear product details, thoughtful presentation, and pieces that help people build a personal tea practice.
Shipping & Packaging
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FAQ
What is included?
The included pieces, capacity, dimensions, and finish are defined by the selected variant and the preserved product specifications.
Will every piece look exactly the same?
Small variations in tone, glaze, texture, brushwork, or dimensions can occur in craft-led pieces and are part of their individual character.
How should I care for it?
Hand wash gently with warm water unless the original specifications state otherwise. Avoid abrasive cleaners and sudden temperature changes, then dry completely before storage.