Obsidian Silver Zisha – Auspicious Lotus Teacup

The Auspicious Lotus Teacup from the Obsidian Silver Zisha Collection captures the quiet elegance of traditional Chinese symbolism through refined form and artisanal detailing. Its balanced 70ml capacity makes it ideal for Gongfu tea tasting, allowing the aroma and texture of tea to unfold in small, mindful sips.

Crafted from authentic zisha clay, the cup features a naturally textured matte surface that enhances heat retention while developing a richer character over time. The exterior is adorned with a delicately sculpted lotus motif, symbolizing purity and serenity, highlighted with luminous silver accents against the deep obsidian-toned clay body.

Each piece is finished using a handcrafted silver gilding technique. Finely ground silver powder is carefully brushed onto the vessel’s surface as decorative ornamentation, then fixed into the zisha body through controlled heating or modern stabilization methods. This process allows the silver to integrate with the clay, forming a textured and functional decorative layer that enhances durability while elevating the artistic value of the teacup.

Compact yet expressive, this teacup is designed for collectors and tea lovers who appreciate traditional craftsmanship with a contemporary artistic presence.

Why You’ll Love It

• Handcrafted silver gilded lotus detailing

• Authentic zisha clay with rich mineral texture

• 70ml ideal capacity for Gongfu tea sessions

• Symbolic lotus design with elegant sculptural form

• Heat-retentive and tactile natural clay body

• Gift-ready presentation with collector appeal

Materials

• Body: Zisha (Purple Clay)

• Decoration: Handcrafted Silver Gilding (Silver Powder Fixation Technique)

Care

• Rinse gently with warm water after use

• Avoid dishwashers and detergents

• Do not scrub the silver-gilded surface

• Allow to air dry completely before storage

Size / Dimensions

• Length: ≈ 6.4 cm

• Width: ≈ 6.4 cm

• Height: ≈ 5 cm

• Rim Diameter: ≈ 6.4 cm

• Base Diameter: ≈ 3.5 cm

• Capacity: ≈ 70 ml

• Weight: ≈ 73 g

(Manual measurements may have slight variations.)

What’s Included

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