Hand-Painted Chinese Ceramic Crane Lotus Tea Cup 100ml

Experience the Timeless Elegance of Hand-Painted Chinese Tea Culture

This exquisite 100ml hand-painted ceramic tea cup (pinming bei, the traditional small tasting cup for Chinese Gongfu Tea) brings centuries of Chinese tea culture and traditional artistry to your daily tea ritual. Blending fine ceramic craftsmanship with meaningful cultural symbolism, it is more than just a teacup—it is a small piece of wearable art for your tea table.

Symbolism & Cultural Meaning of Chinese Tea Cup Motifs

Every design on this tea cup carries deep traditional Chinese cultural meaning:

• Crane (He): In Chinese culture, cranes are a symbol of longevity, good fortune, and purity. They represent elegance and graceful living, making this cup a thoughtful gift for elders and anyone who values meaningful wellness.
• Lotus (Lianhua): The lotus pattern at the base of the cup symbolizes purity, harmony, and spiritual enlightenment, a core value in traditional Chinese arts and tea philosophy.
• Landscape & Fishing Motifs: These designs reflect the ancient Chinese scholar tradition of seeking peace and harmony with nature, bringing a sense of calm serenity to every tea sip.

Key Features of This Hand-Painted Ceramic Tea Cup

• Premium High-Fired Ceramic: Crafted from durable, food-safe high-temperature ceramic with a smooth, glossy glaze. Ceramic naturally retains heat to keep your tea at the perfect sipping temperature longer, while excellent insulation prevents the cup from getting too hot to hold comfortably.
• Authentic Hand-Painted Craftsmanship: Unlike mass-produced printed teacups, each cup is hand-decorated by skilled artisans, meaning every piece has subtle unique details that make it one-of-a-kind.
• Perfect Tasting Size: 100ml (3.4 fl oz) capacity with dimensions 7.2cm (2.83 inches) diameter x 4.5cm (1.77 inches) height. The petite rounded shape fits comfortably in your hand, ideal for slow sipping and savoring the complex flavors of Gongfu tea, Pu’er, green tea, oolong, and black tea.
• Multiple Unique Styles: Choose from three distinct hand-painted designs to match your personal aesthetic or tea collection.

Perfect For Every Tea Occasion & Ideal Gifting

This hand-painted Chinese ceramic tea cup fits perfectly into many moments and settings:

• Daily personal tea tasting at home
• Traditional Chinese Gongfu tea ceremonies and casual tea gatherings
• Decorative display on tea tables, shelves, or in a ceramic collection
• Thoughtful gift for tea lovers, birthdays, housewarmings, or holiday gifts for anyone who appreciates Chinese traditional art and culture

Elevate your tea ritual and bring the quiet elegance of traditional Chinese tea culture to your home with this one-of-a-kind hand-painted tea cup.