The master’s cup is a kind of cup with a special status in the tea ceremony.
1.Definition and Purpose
As the name implies, the master’s cup is the cup used by the host during the tea ceremony. It is mainly used for tasting tea, allowing the host to enjoy the tea with his or her favorite and exclusive cup while making tea and entertaining guests. Compared with ordinary guest cups, the master’s cup often better reflects the host’s personality, taste and aesthetic taste.
2.Materials Ceramic master’s cups are one of the most common types. Among them, Jingdezhen ceramic master’s cups are highly praised. Jingdezhen porcelain is famous for its exquisite craftsmanship. For this master’s cup, the glaze material is made from jade clay, the porcelain body is fired in a gas kiln, and the pastel decoration is fired in an electric kiln.
3.Design Features
*The master’s cup has a rich variety of shapes. This master’s cup is in the shape of a traditional round cup. This kind of cup conforms to the holding habits of most people and has smooth lines.
*Exquisite Decoration In terms of decoration, this master’s cup features hand-painted patterns. Traditional Chinese-style patterns of the tiger-the king of bests are painted on the body of the cup. These hand-painted patterns are created by famous painters and are of great artistic value.
4.Cultural Connotations
The master’s cup carries rich cultural connotations in Chinese tea culture. It reflects the host’s love for tea and the pursuit of life quality. From a traditional perspective, the use of the master’s cup also embodies a kind of etiquette culture. During the tea ceremony, the host uses his or her own exclusive cup to show his or her identity and attach importance to the tea activity. Meanwhile, through carefully selecting the master’s cup, the host also conveys a hospitable attitude to the guests.
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