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Dragon Egg Teacup
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$128.00 USD
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$168.00 USD
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Pure handmade tea cups each piece is an isolated product and unique, so there will be subtle differences in each piece, please understand.
Works from Liu Huan, a craftsman intangible cultural heritage of Rongchang Pottery
Dragon Egg Teapot Collection
Auspicious Vitality Meets Imperial Heritage
Cultural Symbolism
Auspicious Vitality
The dragon represents supreme fortune while the egg signifies life renewal, together symbolizing prosperity and continuity.
Authority & Status
Historically emblematic of power and nobility, reflecting the owner's prestige.
Protection & Wealth
In folk traditions (especially when combined with Pixiu motifs), it wards off evil and attracts fortune.
Historical Origins
During the Ming era, an official discovered an oddly shaped Zisha clay vessel. Captivated by its auspicious aura, he commissioned a master artisan to recreate it—thus birthing the Dragon Egg teapot as a cultural treasure.
Design Philosophy
Contour
Fluid oval lines create harmonious aesthetics and ergonomic comfort
Handle
Engineered for intuitive grip, blending classical elegance with functionality
Taoist Essence
Embodies Yin-Yang balance through its spherical form
The Dragon Egg Cup
Inherits identical symbolism while serving as practical tea ware
Fortune | Power | Renewal | Artistic Heritage
Cultural Deep Dive
Philosophical Significance
The teapot's roundness mirrors Taoist cosmology - where the egg (Hundun 混沌) symbolizes primordial unity. Its dragon motif elevates it beyond craft into ritual object, historically used by literati to demonstrate philosophical alignment.
