Custom Master Tea Cup(八方杯 – Octagonal Cup – 140ml)

Hand-Painted Custom Teaware by Master Zheng Ya
Every piece is painted by Intangible Cultural Heritage Master Zheng Ya, crafted from the finest kaolin clay, and formed entirely by hand. The process is 100% handmade, requiring 30–60 days for completion.

Zheng Ya – Ceramic Painter

Zheng Ya is a ceramic painter from Jingdezhen.

She studied ceramics under Master Zhou Peng, calligraphy with Yang Jian, and traditional Chinese painting under Fang Yan of Qianzhu Academy.

She also trained with Zhang Songmao, one of China’s most renowned ceramic artists.

Today, she is recognized as a Provincial-level Arts and Crafts Artist of Jiangxi and an Intangible Cultural Heritage inheritor of Jingdezhen.

(Zheng Ya)

Selected Works by Zheng Ya

Overglaze vs. Underglaze

• Overglaze (釉上彩): The painting is applied on top of the glaze and fired at a lower temperature. This results in vivid, bright, jewel-like colors with rich detail. It is especially suitable for expressive designs such as pet portraits, flowers, or lively patterns.

• Underglaze (釉下彩): The design is painted before glazing and then fired at high temperature. The artwork is sealed beneath the glaze, giving it a softer, more classical tone. It is extremely durable and highly valued in traditional collections.

Master Cup vs. Guest Cup

• Master Cup (主人杯): Larger in size (around 100–150ml) and reserved for the tea host. It often carries personalized themes such as calligraphy or pet portraits and reflects the host’s identity and taste.

• Guest Cup (客人杯): Smaller in size (around 30–50ml), used to serve guests during a tea session. While guest cups emphasize sharing and hospitality, the Master Cup highlights the host’s personal expression and presence in the tea ceremony.

Compensation / Customization Explanation

• Half-painted (半绘): The design covers about 50% of the cup’s surface area.

• Fully-Wrap (全绘): The entire cup is covered with the hand-painted design.

Products & Pricing

Calligraphy Cups

• Overglaze Calligraphy: $99

• Underglaze Blue & White Calligraphy: $128

Overglaze (釉上彩)

• Master Cup: Half Painting $189 / Full Wrap $289

• Gaiwan: Half Painting $365 / Full Wrap $537

Underglaze (釉下彩)

• Master Cup: Half Painting $199 / Full Wrap $299

• Gaiwan: Half Painting $398 / Full Wrap $568

Pet Series

• Single Pet Master Cup: $199

• Single Pet Gaiwan: $398
  (If multiple pets are requested, the price increases by the number of pets.)

Customization Process

1. Choose your item: Master Cup, Guest Cup, or Gaiwan.

2. Select the coverage:

   • Half Painting: artwork covers one side of the piece.

   • Full Wrap: artwork surrounds the entire piece.

3. Place your order, then send your image(s) to: baiyunteahouse@gmail.com.

   • Accepted themes: pet portraits, calligraphy, or other personal designs.

4. Complex designs: If the image is highly detailed (such as multiple pets or intricate scenes), an additional fee will be required.

5. Optional Add-On: Inside Painting (artwork painted inside the cup or lid) is available for an extra charge.

Why Choose This?

• One-of-a-kind artwork: Each piece is hand-painted and cannot be duplicated.

• Functional yet collectible: Suitable for daily tea drinking while also carrying artistic and cultural value.

• Personal expression: The Master Cup in particular is a signature item, representing the tea host’s personality and style.

• Pet Series: Many clients enjoy commissioning portraits of their beloved animals, bringing warmth and companionship into their daily tea ritual.

Note: Every item is handmade and hand-painted, so slight variations are natural and enhance uniqueness. Once the design is confirmed, cancellations or major changes cannot be accepted.
Some clients choose to have portraits of pets that have passed, turning the cup into a gentle daily remembrance.

Tea Set Customization — Process

1. Choose & pay
   Select the painting coverage you want — for example: overglaze painting on half of the cup or full-body painting. Complete payment to confirm your order.

2. Send your artwork
   Email the image(s) you want to customize together with your order number to baiyunteahouse@gmail.com.
   Please note: out of respect for traditional culture, we do not accept portraits or human figure images. Animal and pet themes are welcome.

3. We verify & begin
   We will confirm that your image(s) match the painting option you selected and reply to your email to start production.
   Important: once production begins, the order cannot be cancelled and the image cannot be modified — please choose carefully.

4. Production & shipping
   Production requires a minimum of 30 days. After completion we dispatch your piece by international air freight.