Ru Kiln Watermelon Cat Teacup
110mL
- Capacity: 110mL
- Origin: Henan Province
- Style: Ru Kiln (Ru Yao; 汝窯)
- Material: Glazed ceramic
$30.00
6 in stock
A Ru Yao style teacup with a thick matte-soft glaze in cool white, with the image of a tabby cat loafing about in the greenery with a couple slices of watermelon and a curious insect buzzing in. The Chinese characters to the right of the cat (佳品) translate to “An excellent delicacy.”
Made in the antique style of the famous lost Ru Kiln, this teacup’s distinctive thick glaze has a silken matte finish that gives it a warm, soft feel when held. This unique glaze is made with a special recipe originating in the Northern Song Dynasty. Inspired by the gentle character of moonlight, its cool, opaque white color beautifully showcases the color of any tea poured into it. Where the glaze thins at the edge and at the foot of the cup, the contrast of the underlying dark clay provides extra definition and elegance. This high-quality ceramic cup is a good size for either sharing a pot of tea or for single service.
This teacup also comes in other cat styles, including the Cat and Fan, and Ru Kiln Golden Toad Teacup.
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