[清本源 x Gohobi Gallery] Thin-Body Sweet White Cup with Inner-Impressed Auspicious Longevity Motif – Reclining Foot Form (90ml)

This thin-body sweet white porcelain cup is a quiet vessel of blessing, crafted to carry both classical technique and enduring cultural meaning into everyday tea rituals.

The glaze draws deeply from the original craft lineage of Ming dynasty Yongle “sweet white” porcelain. From glaze formulation to firing temperature, the process follows traditional methods, resulting in a surface that appears pure and gentle, white as congealed cream and soft as freshly fallen snow. Under light, the glaze reveals a calm, restrained warmth—unadorned, balanced, and timeless.

Within the porcelain body, an inner-impressed motif of bats and longevity peaches is subtly concealed beneath the glaze. This traditional moulding technique allows the decoration to emerge softly from within rather than resting on the surface, giving the imagery a reserved and elegant presence. The bat symbolises fortune, while the longevity peach represents long life; together they form the enduring wish of “complete fortune and longevity.” By hiding the motif within the body of the cup, the design preserves the purity of classical craftsmanship while aligning with contemporary aesthetics that favour restraint and inner depth.

This symbolism is deeply rooted in Chinese cultural consciousness. Each time the cup is held and raised, it becomes a quiet gesture of blessing—an everyday expression of wishes for lasting fortune, health, and peace. The meaning unfolds gradually, revealing itself not through display, but through repeated use and attentive observation.

The reclining foot form draws from classical ceramic silhouettes while offering a comfortable and stable grip suited to modern tea drinking. Its proportions balance elegance and practicality, making the cup feel grounded yet refined. In fast-paced daily life, this sweet white cup offers a moment to slow down—to rest the gaze on its gentle clarity and to reflect on the calm continuity of well-being and longevity.

Diameter: 6.6 cm
Height: 4.3 cm
Capacity: 90 ml

This cup is well suited for gongfu tea sessions, particularly for teas that reward focused attention and quiet enjoyment. Its size and form invite mindful sipping, allowing both tea and vessel to be appreciated together.

The listed price is for one cup. Each piece is individually handcrafted, and subtle variations in glaze tone, inner impression, and form are part of its unique character. Customers are welcome to request a private video viewing for a closer look. Orders are shipped using reused or recycled packaging wherever possible.

A tea cup rooted in tradition and intention—pure in glaze, rich in meaning, and made to accompany a life of calm, health, and enduring fortune.