Harmony Hand Made Pottery Mug | Jungle In the South

Design: Embrace harmony from sunrise to sunset with hand made pottery mugs inspired by yin-yang philosophy. The Harmony Mug blends two contrasting clays to mirror the universe’s balance, crafted in the 1200-year-old Cizhouware technique. Each harmony mug is a timeless art piece, ideal for your morning coffee or peaceful evening sip—durable, heritage-built, and ready to be your daily companion.

Detail:

Capacity :7oz (200ml）Width: 8cm （3.2 in） Height:6cm （2.4 in）

Exact size may vary piece-by-piece.

Material : High Fire Clay, Procelain Clay

*****How it made****
Each Harmony Mug is a handcrafted journey that brings centuries of pottery tradition to life in all the hand made pottery mugs. Skilled artisans start by centering a mound of clay on the potter’s wheel, their palms steadying the spinning mass as fingers shape the walls with gentle pressure—each curve a testament to years of mastery. The vessel air-dries for days, moisture evaporating slowly to prevent cracks, before entering an 800°C kiln for bisque firing. This initial bake hardens the clay like a foundation, transforming it from malleable to resilient for the intricate work ahead.

The magic unfolds in carving: artisans wield wooden tools to etch motifs—think interlocking waves or geometric spirals—into the bisque surface, each groove echoing 1200-year-old Cizhouware techniques. A contrasting clay, such as deep charcoal against cream, is pressed into the carvings, embodying yin-yang balance. Excess clay is sanded smooth, leaving patterns that seem to float beneath the surface, a testament to meticulous care.

Finally, a transparent glaze is brushed onto the mug like liquid glass, sealing the carvings and promising a silky touch. The mug returns to the kiln at 1280°C, where volcanic heat fuses the glaze into a glossy armor, enhancing both strength and the vivid contrast of the design. After a month of patience—from throwing the clay to the final fire—each mug emerges as a unique masterpiece. Its hand-carved details and artisanal character turn morning coffee or evening tea into rituals, where every sip connects to centuries of craft.

All our desgins are one of the kind ,it’s the perfect gift for her/him.
Dishwasher and microwave safe
100% lead free
Our pottery is handmade by Ceramic Artist in Jingdezhen
Due to the nature of handmade ceramics pieces might have small imperfection and slight size differences, this is part of what makes every piece special and unique.