Wood Fired 500cc Rustic Mug / Beer Cup / Xiao Ping Fan Handmade

©️ "Mysterious Black Warmth" 500cc Rustic Mug Add a touch of everyday romance ❤️ This 500cc rustic black mug is subtly understated yet possesses a quiet allure. Its capacity is just right, neither too much nor too little, perfect for a large cup of coffee to awaken your senses in the morning or for brewing a cup of tea. With its lid, the aroma stays contained. It feels warm to the touch and has a pleasing shape, making it a striking piece whether placed on your desk or bedside table ❤️ Diameter: 9cm Height: 10.5cm Capacity: Approx. 500cc ————————————- In 2023, two artists from Xiao Ping Fan Pottery Studio, Chen Shiping and Wang Yufan, had their works selected for the Excellence Award at the 5th Shanghai International Wood Fired Ceramics Competition. Your support is our driving force for continued creation. https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53341561855_249c0591a6_c.jpg https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53341437984_c608c50771_c.jpg 2023 Media Coverage: 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 Pottery Studio do not pursue mass production. Each creation possesses a unique concept and design, breathing life into the pieces through pure hand-pinching or wheel-throwing processes. Every item is one-of-a-kind. Our works are created together as a couple, which is why you'll find the "Ping" or "Fan" signature, and some pieces will have the "Xiao Ping Fan Pottery Studio" seal. 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 mixed in different proportions. The creation process involves pure hand-pinching (not a potter's wheel) to slowly form the shape. After basic shaping, the body 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 without interruption. The temperature reaches over 1200 degrees Celsius. During this time, natural ash deposits adhere to the works, forming a special ash glaze. Simultaneously, the kiln's fire patterns flow among the pieces, creating beautiful orange-red or blue-purple flame marks. After five days and four nights of ash and fire pattern interplay, a week of cooling is required before a piece achieves its beautiful form! Because the kiln atmosphere differs with each wood firing, the ash deposits and fire patterns on each piece are never the same, making every piece uniquely singular! 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 discerning customers note?** Product colors may vary slightly due to photographic lighting. As works are entirely handmade, they will inevitably bear traces of the crafting process. Minor variations may also occur during firing, such as slight irregularities in the rim or minor production scratches. These are normal phenomena and do not affect usability. Your understanding is 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 History** 2023 Media Coverage: The Lean Startup Journey of Xiao Ping Fan Art 2023 Selected for Excellence Award at the 5th Shanghai International Wood Fired Ceramics Competition with two pieces: "Antelope Pair" and "White Monkey Censer" 2023 "Ceramic Sculpture · Tracing Ceramics" Member Exhibition by the Chinese Ceramic Association 2022 "Xin Tao Award" for Excellent New Ceramic Studio 2022 "Xin Tao Award" for Outstanding Personnel in Innovative Ceramics 2022 "Radiant Shine" Joint Exhibition by the Chinese Ceramic Association 2022 Selected for Photography Category at Yilan Fine Arts Exhibition: "Peng Soars High" 2022 "Brilliant Shine" Joint Exhibition by the Chinese Ceramic Association 2021 Merit Award in the Wood Fired Category at the Miaoli Pottery Art Festival Competition: "Cattle Collide" 2021 Selected for three pieces at the 4th Shanghai International Wood Fired Ceramics Competition: "Tears of Joy," "Dancing with Sheep," and "Sheep Are Happy" 2021 Joint Exhibition by the Miaoli Pottery Association and the Cultural Affairs Bureau 2020 "Yi Yun" Joint Exhibition at Miaoli Pottery Museum 2020 Exhibition at Miaoli Pottery Art Festival Ceramics Museum **Artists: Chen Shiping, Wang Yufan**