Ou Ware Celadon “Peaks and Deer” Master Cup – Handmade Chinese Gongfu Tea Cup

Capacity: 90ml
Height: 5cm
Mouth: 7.8cm
Bottom: 3.5cm
Microwave: No

This handmade celadon master cup from Ou Kiln embodies the harmony between nature and traditional Chinese ceramic artistry. Glazed in a fresh spring-green celadon tone, the cup reflects the vitality of young leaves after rain — calm, refined, and full of life.

Across its surface runs a lively deer, alert and graceful with raised antlers. Whether viewed upright or inverted, the figure carries movement and spirit, giving the cup a sense of quiet energy and balance. The subtle relief decoration interacts beautifully with the translucent celadon glaze, revealing new details as light moves across the surface.

In Chinese culture, the deer is a powerful symbol of prosperity, longevity, and good fortune. The pronunciation of “deer” (lu / 禄) echoes the meaning of official success and abundance, making this motif a traditional emblem of blessing and achievement.

As a celadon gongfu tea cup, this master cup is both a functional tea vessel and a meaningful cultural piece. It is perfect for tea appreciation, personal collections, or as an auspicious gift that carries wishes of prosperity and harmony.

Each cup is individually crafted, making every piece subtly unique — a reflection of the living tradition of Chinese ceramic craftsmanship.