Mini Gongfu Teacup Set

Cicada Wing Plum — Hand-Pressed Ultra-Thin Tea Cup by A Xiao

Light Enough to Disappear. Strong Enough to Endure.

Artisan: A Xiao
Curated by Taiwu Studio

This cup approaches the physical edge of porcelain.

As thin as a cicada’s wing. As translucent as winter light.

Within its fragile silhouette lives the quiet strength of plum blossom.

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How It Feels

Weightless · Precise · Intimate

Lift it, and it almost disappears between your fingers.

The rim meets the lips without interruption—no heaviness, no barrier.

Under light, the body glows faintly translucent.
Tea inside seems suspended rather than contained.

This is not thinness for spectacle. It is thinness for intimacy.

Why It’s Different

Hand-Pressed by A Xiao

Each cup is individually pressed by artisan A Xiao.

Through controlled pressure on damp clay, the plum blossoms emerge in crisp relief.

Branches feel firm.
Petals soften under the fingertip.

No mold repetition.
Each piece carries the subtle variation of hand force.

The relief does not shout.
It waits to be discovered.

The Soulmate of Oolong

Ultra-thin porcelain does not absorb aroma.

It releases it.

For high-grade oolong and Wuyi Rock Tea, this matters.

The fragrance rises immediately, unmuted.
Every nuance of mineral depth—often described as “Rock Rhyme”—remains intact.

Capacity: approximately 30ml.
Ideal for precision gongfu sessions.

Small enough to focus. Light enough to elevate movement.

The Paradox of Craft

Thin Yet Resilient

Despite its delicacy, the porcelain is highly vitrified through high-temperature firing.

The rim remains comfortable even with boiling water.
Heat transfers gently rather than sharply.

Dense. Tough. Surprisingly durable for daily use.

It challenges expectation without sacrificing practicality.

On the Tea Table

As tea fills the cup, the plum relief at the base subtly appears through the liquor.

Winter blossom beneath amber tea.Scent and image merge.

In professional gongfu service, the weightlessness enhances fluid motion—gesture becomes effortless.

Founder Anchor

“Delicacy is not weakness.It is control at its highest level.”
— Kevin

Craft & Details

Artisan: A Xiao
Curated by: Taiwu Studio
Material: Premium high-white clay
Technique: Hand-pressed ultra-thin forming, hand-trimmed, relief detailing, high-temperature firing
Capacity: Approx. 30ml

Each piece varies slightly due to individual pressing.

FAQ Highlights

• Is it fragile due to thinness?
  It is ultra-thin but highly vitrified. With normal care, it is suitable for daily gongfu use.
  
• Does it absorb tea aroma?
  No. The dense porcelain preserves the clarity and fragrance of high-grade oolong and rock tea.
  
• Will the relief fade?
  No. The plum motif is physically pressed into the clay, not printed.
  
• Is it beginner-friendly?
  It is best appreciated by tea practitioners who value aroma precision and tactile nuance.

Almost invisible. Impossible to ignore.

Dehua porcelain has centuries of heritage, combining durability, tactile beauty, and ritual significance, now adapted for the modern professional.