Celadon Tea Cup Set with Double-Wall Openwork and Chrysanthemum Motif – A Masterpiece by a Master Artisan

“A touch of warmth. A whisper of craftsmanship. A tea cup that holds more than tea—it holds presence.”

This exquisite celadon two tea cup set, masterfully handcrafted in Icheon, South Korea, reveals the remarkable artistry of the rare double-wall openwork technique (이중투각). The vessel appears almost weightless, its form laced with pierced chrysanthemum blossoms that dance between shadow and light.

Each blossom is not merely painted but sculpted—emerging through precision incisions, with every petal carved and finished by hand. The slight variations in size and curvature whisper of human touch and soul. The blossoms are brushed with white slip, offering a striking contrast to the soft celadon green that envelopes the form in delicate translucency.

The chrysanthemum, a flower long revered across East Asia, holds rich symbolic meaning: it signifies longevity, quiet resilience, and the serene beauty found in late autumn. It is a bloom that endures, even as the seasons shift. To hold such a motif in one’s hands is to cradle a small emblem of perseverance and grace.

And this tactile symbolism is no abstraction—every time you lift the cup, the raised blossoms meet your fingertips with gentle relief. The subtle texture of these flowers offers a quiet pleasure that engages more than the eye. It invites touch, inviting you to feel as much as you see. It is in this interplay—between warmth and coolness, between light and shadow, between eye and hand—that the cup reveals its poetry.

Inside, a second wall gently cradles your tea, keeping the outer surface cool to the touch—making even the hottest infusions a comfortable pleasure to hold. This practical innovation, born from ancient Korean ceramic traditions, marries utility with grace.

As the light filters through the pierced outer layer, soft patterns animate the interior—tiny shadows that shift like whispers across the cup’s surface. The lid, adorned with a bold chrysanthemum rosette, serves not only as a visual flourish but also as a practical tray for the built-in strainer, allowing all varieties of tea to be steeped without limitation.

Whether set upon a linen-covered table by the window or offered to a guest in a moment of quiet, this cup transforms tea time into something more: a tactile meditation, an expression of care, a celebration of ritual and self.

Offered as a pair, these cups are ideal for those who share tea and silence in equal measure—be they lovers, partners, or kindred spirits.

No two pieces are alike. Each bears the subtle marks of its making—unique hues, textures, and rhythms that reflect the unpredictable beauty of clay and fire.

In a world that moves too quickly, this cup invites you to linger. It rewards your hands as much as your eyes. It makes the ordinary moment of tea into something hushed and grounding—a private ceremony you’ll look forward to repeating

Dimensions

• Cup
  Height- 9 cm (3.54 inch)
  Diameter- 8.5 cm (3.35 inch)

• Infuser
  Height- 7.6 cm (6.5 inch)
  Diameter- 5.5 cm (4.33 inch)

• Saucer
  Height- 13 cm (5.13 inch)
  Diameter- 1.5 cm (0.59 inch)

Related Links

• About Celadon

• Master Artisan’s Collection

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