Intangible Heritage · Shiwan Pottery
Awakening Lion Teacup
$32.00
A teacup crowned with a little awakening lion — the guardian of fortune in southern Chinese folk art. Hand-thrown and glazed in the centuries-old Shiwan tradition.
Glaze
GoldBlue
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Handmade intangible-heritage craft
The Story Behind This Piece
The awakening lion ([醒狮]) is a southern Chinese folk icon of courage and good fortune, born from Shiwan — a pottery town with over 500 years of kiln history. We shrank that tradition onto a teacup: a sculpted lion perched on the rim, hand-glazed in gold or blue. Every cup is thrown and finished by hand, so the lion's expression is never quite the same twice.
Design Details
- ●Hand-thrown ceramic body in the Shiwan pottery lineage.
- ●Sculpted awakening-lion finial on the lid or rim — no two identical.
- ●Lead-free food-safe glaze in gold or blue.
- ●Comfortable, everyday use — sized for tea or espresso.
- ●Two glazes: festive Gold and calm Blue.
- ●Gift-ready — arrives boxed with a blessing card.
Specifications
| Material | Hand-thrown ceramic, Shiwan style |
| Capacity | ≈ 180 ml |
| Glaze | Gold / Blue (lead-free, food-safe) |
| Finish | Hand-glazed, minor variations expected |
| Care | Hand-wash recommended |
| Origin | Handmade in our ceramic studio |
The Perfect Gift For
- ●Tea lovers — a cup with a story, not just a mug.
- ●Chinese New Year & festivals — a lion of fortune for the table.
- ●Collectors of heritage craft — a small piece of Shiwan history.
- ●Housewarming — a blessing for a new kitchen.
Packaging & Shipping
Ships in a protective gift box with a blessing card — gift-ready. US orders over $59 ship free in 3–5 business days.
Care Instructions
Hand-wash with mild detergent; avoid sudden temperature changes and the dishwasher to protect the glaze and finial.
FAQ
Yes. The glaze is lead-free and food-safe for everyday tea and coffee.
We recommend hand-washing and avoiding the microwave to protect the hand-glazed finish.
Each cup is hand-thrown and the lion is hand-sculpted, so small variations are part of the craft.
Yes — protective gift box with a blessing card included.
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Reviews
“My favorite tea cup now.”The lion finial is adorable and the glaze is rich. — Andrew C. ★★★★★
“Unique gift, very well made.”Gave to my tea-obsessed sister. She loved the story. — Mei L. ★★★★★