Ming-style Blue-and-White “Chicken Heart” Chalice with Double Chrysanthemum Petals & Floral Medallion

Timeless Form · Ming Dynasty Legacy

Inspired by the iconic Yongle-era “Chicken Heart” chalice, this cup features a plump, rounded belly and a concave base resembling a heart. Crafted with a delicate, translucent porcelain body and finished with a luminous “sweet white” glaze, it balances ethereal lightness with a jade-like tactile warmth—true to Ming aesthetics.

Hand-Painted Artistry · Symbolic Motifs

Adorned with traditional Sumali blue pigment (imported cobalt historically used in Ming imperial kilns):

• Exterior: Layers of double chrysanthemum petals bloom in precise symmetry, their edges fading softly into the glaze. Each petal is rendered with hairline precision, showcasing the “five shades of ink” effect unique to Ming blue-and-white.

• Interior: A central floret medallion intertwines with scrolling vines, symbolizing harmony and fortune, framed by a classic key-pattern border.
  Natural iron oxide flecks in the cobalt evoke the raw beauty of Ming antiques, with every brushstroke testifying to the artisan’s mastery.

Perfect For:
✓ Gongfu tea rituals · Enhances floral & mineral teas
✓ Curated displays of Chinese aesthetics
✓ Cultured gifting · Heritage in tangible form