Black Thangka Buddha Ceramic Teacup with Hand-Painted Cloud Motif for Kung Fu Tea
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The Black Thangka Buddha Ceramic Teacup is a small handleless tasting cup for kung fu tea, fired from ceramic with a deep black glaze and hand-painted Thangka-style decoration. A gold seated Buddha figure framed by a radiating halo sits at the center of the cup wall, encircled by swirling auspicious clouds in violet-blue, gold, and orange, with a small wheel motif worked into the pattern and a matching decorated foot ring. At about 40 ml, it is sized for sipping brewed tea — oolong, pu-erh, or black tea — during a home tea session or a quiet daily ritual.
Cultural Symbolism & Artistic Design
Buddha Figure: In Buddhist tradition, the Buddha is traditionally regarded as a symbol of compassion, serenity, and introspection, and the seated meditative figure has been a central subject of Buddhist art for centuries. On this cup the figure is rendered in the Thangka manner — a gold seated form seen against a fan of fine radiating lines that reads as a halo of light.
Auspicious Clouds: In Tibetan and Chinese Buddhist decorative traditions, stylized swirling clouds are a longstanding motif traditionally associated with the heavens and with auspiciousness, and they commonly frame sacred figures in religious painting. Here the curling cloud forms in blue, gold, and orange fill the space around the Buddha and wrap the foot ring, so the cup surface reads like a small section of a Thangka panel.
Product Details
- Item Type: Cup
- Size: Buddha Pattern 2.08*1.69 in*1.35 oz(5.3cm*4.3cm*40ml)
- Material: Ceramic
- Cup capacity: About 1.35 oz(40ml)
Notice: Due to the kiln's natural transformation process, the pattern on each piece of teaware may vary slightly. As a result, every tea cup is unique and special, while still maintaining a consistent overall appearance.
Note: They are fired at high temperatures by authentic and experienced artisans. The fired pattern will vary due to changes in temperature, humidity, etc. Slight variation may occur in color, size, and design enhancing the individual artistic character of each piece.
Note:
1. The above data is manual measurement, there is a slight deviation, please understand.
2. These products are HANDMADE and NATURAL, therefore they may present some irregularities and due to lighting effects, the colour may slightly vary from the one shown in the picture.
Why You'll Love This Teacup
The hand-painted Thangka scene makes this an instantly distinctive piece on a tea tray — the gold figure and colored clouds read clearly even across a table. The 40 ml capacity is the classic kung fu tea size, small enough to appreciate each infusion's aroma as it cools slightly between sips. Because the pattern is painted and kiln-fired by hand, no two cups are exactly alike, which also makes it an easy gift for tea drinkers who already own a plain set.
Care Instructions
Rinse the cup with warm water after each use, and wash occasionally with a mild detergent and soft cloth; avoid abrasive scrubbers and steel wool, which can dull the painted glaze. Do not subject the cup to sudden extreme temperature changes, and handle it away from hard surfaces to protect the rim and foot ring. Store it dry, upright or nested softly, away from pieces that could chip the decorated surface.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this cup a single piece or part of a set?
One cup per order. The listing is for the teacup itself; there is no teapot, saucer, or second cup included.
What teas is the 40 ml size best for?
It is a classic kung fu tea tasting size, suited to oolong, pu-erh, roasted black teas, and white teas — small volumes let you drink each infusion while its aroma is still fresh. It is less practical as an all-day mug for large quantities of tea.
Will my cup look exactly like the one in the photos?
The overall design — the gold Buddha, radiating halo, and colored clouds on black glaze — is consistent, but each cup is hand-painted and kiln-fired, so the pattern, tones, and fine details vary slightly from piece to piece. Treat photos as a guide to the general look rather than an exact match.
Can I wash it in the dishwasher or use it in the microwave?
Hand washing is the safer choice. Dishwasher detergents and long high-heat cycles can dull a decorative painted glaze over time, and as with most decorated ceramics it is best kept out of the microwave. A warm rinse and soft cloth keep the surface looking its best.
Is the decoration on the outside or inside of the cup?
The Thangka Buddha and cloud scene is painted on the outer wall of the cup, where it stays visible while you hold and sip from it.
Note: Cultural references describe traditional beliefs and design inspiration only. They are not claims that the product produces any actual effect.
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