Wood-fired 600cc Gold-decorated Wood Grain Mug / Beer Mug / Xiao Ping Fan Handmade

Wood-fired ceramic mug, with a large capacity, making it incredibly practical! Perfect for drinking water, brewing tea, or enjoying a beer. 👍 Wood-fired pieces possess far-infrared properties, which can soften water and remove impurities! The traditional, rustic aesthetic is beautifully captivating, with unique textures adding a rich sense of dimension. The natural, gradual hues from the wood fire are endlessly intriguing! Diameter: 10cm Height: 12.5cm Capacity: Approx. 600cc ————————————- In the 2023 5th Shanghai International Wood Firing Ceramic Competition, both artists from Xiao Ping Fan Ceramic Studio, Chen Shiping and Wang Yufan, had their works selected for Excellence Awards. Your support fuels our continued creativity. https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53341561855_249c0591a6_c.jpg https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53341437984_c608c50771_c.jpg 2023 Media Interview: The Lean Startup Journey of Xiao Ping Fan Art https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53341329978_bb6984d457_c.jpg https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53341561785_f553253a82_c.jpg https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53341329968_8834731df8_c.jpg The works from Xiao Ping Fan Ceramic Studio do not pursue mass production. Each creation possesses a unique concept and design, imbuing the process of pure hand-pinching or wheel-throwing with life. Every piece is one-of-a-kind. Our studio's works are created collaboratively by my husband and I, hence the signatures "Ping" or "Fan." Some pieces will also feature the "Xiao Ping Fan Ceramic Studio" seal, making them truly unique!! https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/51567264550_68d52fdae8_b.jpg **1. What is the origin of the works?** We primarily use American clay, Japanese clay, and Taiwanese Miaoli clay for our creations. https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/51567015014_0b15931da0_c.jpg https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/51565549942_7663197885_h.jpg https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/51567015039_4c2a9b80e3_c.jpg **2. What is the wood-firing process?** American clay, Japanese clay, and Miaoli clay are kneaded in different proportions. The creation process involves pure hand-pinching (not using a pottery wheel) to slowly form the shape. After basic shaping, the body's lines are refined, followed by polishing to complete the greenware. Once placed in the kiln, the wood-firing process using natural longan and acacia wood lasts for five days and four nights continuously. The temperature reaches over 1200 degrees Celsius. During this time, natural ash deposits adhere to the works, forming a unique ash glaze. Simultaneously, the flame marks within the kiln flow across the pieces, creating beautiful orange-red or blue-purple flame patterns. After five days and four nights of ash and flame interaction, a week of cooling is required before a piece achieves its beautiful form! Due to the varying kiln atmosphere during each wood-firing, the ash deposits and flame marks on every piece will never be the same, ensuring each work is truly unique! https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/51567015104_1eec785177_b.jpg https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/51567264535_7bd0037e60_c.jpg https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/51565533012_fdce6d65a3_h.jpg https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/51566346721_2b98f539f8_c.jpg **3. What should our esteemed guests be aware of?** Product colors may vary slightly due to photographic lighting. As works are purely handmade, they will inherently bear traces of the hand-touching texture. Minor variations may also occur during the firing process. Slight irregularities in the rim or minor production scratches are considered normal and do not affect usability. Your understanding is greatly appreciated! https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/51565533097_13ea71a377_c.jpg https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/51565533012_219eca4133_c.jpg **4. Xiao Ping Fan Art's Recent Competition and Exhibition Credentials** 2023 Media Interview: The Lean Startup Journey of Xiao Ping Fan Art 2023 5th Shanghai International Wood Firing Ceramic Competition: Two pieces, "Antelope Pair" and "White Monkey Censer," were selected. 2023 Chinese Society of Ceramics "Pottery Sculpture · Tracing Pottery" Member Joint Exhibition 2022 "Xin Tao Award" Excellence Award for New Ceramic Studios 2022 "Xin Tao Award" Outstanding Individual Award for Innovative Ceramics 2022 Chinese Society of Ceramics "Radiant Glow" Joint Exhibition 2022 Yilan Fine Arts Exhibition, Photography Category: "Peng Spreading Its Wings" was selected. 2022 Chinese Society of Ceramics "Brilliant" Joint Exhibition 2021 Miaoli Pottery Art Festival Ceramic Competition, Wood Firing Category: "Cows Colliding" received an honorable mention. 2021 4th Shanghai International Wood Firing Ceramic Competition: Three pieces, "Tears of Joy," "Dancing with Sheep," and "Prosperous Sheep," were selected. 2021 Miaoli Pottery Association Cultural Tourism Bureau Joint Exhibition 2020 Miaoli Pottery Museum "Yi Yun" Joint Exhibition 2020 Miaoli Pottery Art Festival Ceramic Museum Exhibition **Artists: Chen Shiping, Wang Yufan**