Hand-Painted Goldfish Peacock Gongfu Cup - 60ml - YuNing Chiu - Yinge Kiln - Z9-01

Artist: YuNing Chiu Capacity: 60ml (full cup) Dimensions: Diameter 6.6cm, Height 3.3cm Material: Fine porcelain clay Packaging: Handmade gift box with Certificate of Authenticity Origin: Yinge, Taiwan Selected for the China Design Innovation Award, 2017 Awarded for Excellence in the Yinge Kiln Evaluation, 2018 Meritorious Prize in the Fine Crafts Category, Taiwan Craft Competition, 2018 Finalist Award, China Design Award, 2019 Featured Column in the New Taipei City Culture Quarterly, 2021 Exhibited at the Presidential Office Craft Exhibition, 2022 Exhibited at the Executive Yuan Art Gallery, 2023 Special Exhibition "Pottery and Time," 2024 Brand Licensing for "Yinge Kiln," 2025 This piece is crafted through the meticulous layering of four to five distinct glazes. The artist carefully controls the thickness of each glaze application before firing at 1260°C. Over 20 hours of intense heat transform the piece, allowing the glazes to contract and flow within the kiln, evoking the intricate patterns and fluid movement of peacock feathers. The challenge in its creation lies in the precise control of glaze thickness and the delicate adjustment of the temperature curve. Glazes that are too thin or fired at insufficient temperatures fail to achieve the characteristic "peacock bloom" pattern. Conversely, glazes that are too thick or fired at excessively high temperatures can cause the glaze to run onto the kiln shelf, potentially damaging both the cup and the shelf. Even ambient temperature variations can influence the final outcome. Despite years of dedicated practice, the subtle nuances of this process remain elusive, which is precisely what imbues each finished piece with its precious rarity. It is hoped that this artwork will inspire resilience, encouraging everyone to embrace hope in the face of adversity and to persevere with unwavering effort. For in doing so, one can, like the peacock, unfurl magnificent feathers and illuminate life with radiant splendor. Additional Notes: Colors may vary slightly; please refer to the actual product for accurate representation. ★ Gift box color will be selected at random if not specified.