Marine Lapis | Handmade Ceramic Crystalline Glaze Sake Cup

This 2-inch handmade ceramic sake cup captures the essence of the ocean in a vessel no larger than a tide pool. The deep marine blue glaze hosts naturally grown crystalline patterns, resembling waves frozen mid-motion. Its rounded form fits gently in the hand, offering a tactile, meditative drinking experience. Ideal for serving sake, plum wine, or small pours of your favorite spirit, this cup brings quiet drama and elegance to every sip.

Diameter:5.1cm/2.01inches
Height:5.6cm/2.2inches

Diameter:5.1cm/2.01inches
Height:5.3cm/2.09inches

Crystalline glaze is a rare ceramic art form where natural crystals bloom during high-temperature firing, creating patterns like snowflakes, flowers, or minerals — all formed naturally in the kiln. No two pieces are alike, making each one a collectible work of art.

This technique dates back to China’s Song Dynasty and reached its peak in the Qing-era Jingdezhen kilns. It requires precise control of glaze chemistry and firing conditions, with only a few perfect pieces emerging from each batch.

Set on luminous white porcelain, JR’s pieces combine historical craftsmanship with modern aesthetics, offering timeless beauty and artistic value — ideal for collectors or as a premium, one-of-a-kind gift.

Shipping & Returns
We offer worldwide shipping. Orders over $250 USD qualify for free shipping. For orders under $250 USD, a flat shipping fee of $5 USD applies. Since tableware is fragile, we take extra care in packaging and select the best shipping methods to ensure your items arrive in perfect condition.
Crystalline glaze tableware is handcrafted using complex techniques and is considered a fragile item. Therefore, once sold, we cannot accept returns or exchanges.
While we take great care in packaging to ensure safe delivery, unforeseen factors during shipping may still lead to damage. We kindly ask you to record an unboxing video upon receiving your package. If any damage is found, please contact us promptly. Once verified, we will arrange a free replacement of the same series within 2–3 business days.

Processing time: 2–3 business days
Standard delivery: 5–14 days depending on destination
Express shipping available for selected countries
Duties & customs included — no extra fees at delivery

For more details, please refer to our Shipping Policy and Return, Refund & Exchange Policy.

Kindly Note：
Each listed product is one of a kind — the crystalline glaze patterns are unique and cannot be exactly replicated. If you wish to order multiple pieces of the same shape, feel free to place additional orders. We will craft each piece individually with its own distinctive crystalline glaze.
Due to the handmade nature of the product, slight variations in actual dimensions may occur. Please take this into consideration before placing your order. If you have any questions, feel free to contact us. Thank you for visiting.