Jade Porcelain Master Cup

Jade Porcelain Master Cup

Green and white jade master cup from Jingdezhen

This handmade master cup comes from Jingdezhen , the famous porcelain capital of China, and combines traditional craftsmanship with simple elegance.

Origin of the name

Jade porcelain (青白玉瓷):
The glaze shimmers between blue-green and white—similar to the semiprecious stone "greenish-white jade" from Hetian. It appears translucent, noble, and almost jade-like.

Master Cup (主人杯):
A personal teacup, often reserved for the host, that represents individuality, style and the highest craftsmanship.

Form & Function

Glaze: Traditional “Qingbai” glaze (影青釉) with a clear, jade-like shimmer – inspired by the Song Dynasty
Texture: Thin-walled, silky smooth, slightly translucent in the light
Shape: Hand-turned, with a wide rim – simple but expressive
Use: Especially suitable for green tea and white tea – preserves aromas optimally

Crafts & Symbolism

• Fired at over 1300 °C – glaze and clay melt completely
• Local kaolin clay from Jingdezhen is used
• Some cups are signed by masters or cultural heritage holders
• Jade traditionally stands for virtue, purity and harmony – a piece of Far Eastern tea philosophy