Yangmei Tasting Cup

This hand-painted white porcelain tasting cup beautifully combines traditional Chinese porcelain craftsmanship with a modern, elegant design, making it perfect for either gongfu tea preparation or enjoying fine spirits, showcasing the versatility of this exquisite piece. The compact, refined shape of this cup allows for an ideal concentration of aromas and the precise display of the color of the contained liquid.

The Yangmei fruit, meticulously hand-painted on the cup, is a uniquely East Asian fruit native to southern China. The Yangmei season, typically during the Chinese New Year, is short-lived, making the fruit a symbol of fleeting beauty and vitality in traditional culture. The famous Chinese poet Li Bai once wrote in "赠柳圆" that "the Yangmei branches stand tall for a long time, and picking the green fruit comes before it turns yellow," associating the fruit with a sense of elegance and fresh vitality.

By incorporating this symbolic fruit into the design, the artist transforms a piece of nature into a beautiful ceramic art form. The Yangmei fruit not only represents a refreshing and wholesome life but also symbolizes natural healing, as the fruit has long been believed to aid in hydration and digestion. This hand-painted detail evokes the saying, "望梅止渴" ("looking at the plum to quench thirst"), reflecting the timeless connection between nature, tea, and wellbeing.

Whether used for tea, spirits, or simply admiring, this delicate tea cup offers both an aesthetic and functional experience, embodying the philosophy of simplicity, elegance, and natural harmony in every sip.