Born of River Clay, Desert Sand & Fire

Inspired by the ancient rock art of Damaidi in Ningxia, the Night Desert Daylily Cup brings an ancient botanical motif into a contemporary coffee and tea ritual.

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  Yellow River Clay: Wheel-thrown from natural Yellow River clay, then individually trimmed and finished by hand.
  
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  Tengger Desert Sand: Fine desert sand is incorporated into the surface finish, contributing natural mineral character and depth.
  
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  Wood-Fired at 2372°F: Fired at approximately 1300°C, allowing flame, ash, minerals, and heat to shape the final surface.
  
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  Natural Mineral Luster: The glossy finish develops through high-temperature mineral reactions, giving the dark surface its distinctive depth and sheen.
  
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  Ancient Rock Art Motif: The daylily-inspired imagery draws from the ancient Damaidi rock art of Ningxia, reinterpreted through individual carving.
  
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  Kiln-Fired Character: Flame marks, mineral speckles, natural ash, glaze movement, and tonal variations make every piece subtly different.
  
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  Handcrafted Process: Wheel-thrown, hand-trimmed, hand-glazed, individually carved, and wood-fired.
  

Please Note: Natural variations in color, mineral speckles, flame marks, ash deposits, glaze flow, and surface texture are inherent characteristics of handcrafted, wood-fired ceramics and are not considered defects.

Preserving the Craft

To preserve the handcrafted surface and natural kiln-fired character, gentle care is recommended.

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  Hand Wash Recommended: Wash with a soft sponge and mild detergent.
  
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  Avoid Abrasives: Do not use steel wool or harsh cleaning tools that may scratch the surface.
  
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  Thermal Shock: Avoid sudden, extreme temperature changes to help protect the ceramic body.
  
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  Natural Evolution: With continued use, subtle changes in tone may develop, adding a personal patina over time.

Made for the Everyday Ritual

Designed for both coffee and tea, this balanced 9.5 fl oz vessel brings handcrafted character to the everyday table.

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  Capacity: Approx. 9.5 fl oz (280 ml) – A versatile size for Americano, latte, brewed coffee, or tea.
  
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  Form: A rounded, handleless silhouette designed to rest naturally in the hands.
  
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  Handmade Character: As each cup is individually wheel-thrown and fired, slight variations in size and form may occur.

• Shipping: Non-custom items ship within 2 business days. Customized orders follow the lead time shown on the product page.
• Fees: All shipping and taxes are collected at checkout; no hidden fees upon delivery.
• Returns: Due to the artisanal nature, all sales are final. We only accept returns for quality defects or shipping damage.