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Sweet Time (Cup)|An Intimate Celebration of Togetherness and Artful Living

Celebrating Intimacy and Shared Blessings

A contemporary porcelain cup shaped by the image of two gourds leaning toward one another—expressing closeness, trust, and the quiet joy of being together.

Regular price: $4,800.00 TWD
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Contemporary White Porcelain Craft · Fired at 1300°C

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Designed by Taiwanese artist Heinrich Wang

Designed by contemporary white porcelain artist Heinrich Wang, each piece embodies Eastern philosophy and contemporary form.

Transforming life philosophy into functional art, conveying a Zen-inspired modern aesthetic.

Transparent-glazed pure white porcelain | Hand crafted

Crafted with a transparent glaze technique, revealing the pure beauty of porcelain’s natural white after firing.

Only human hands can convey their warmth — every NewChi Porcelain piece is handmade, embracing the challenges of fine porcelain craftsmanship.

Gift Box & All-Occasion Card

Perfect for important festivals, greetings to elders, corporate gifting, and art collections — conveying taste and blessings. If you would like a handwritten all-occasion card, please note your request in the remarks field at checkout.

For custom wooden or acrylic bases, please contact customer service.

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Why Sweet Time

From Form to Feeling

The design of Sweet Time begins with a simple relationship: two forms leaning toward each other.

The gently angled cup body and rounded handle create a visual rhythm of closeness—neither symmetrical nor rigid, but naturally balanced. This posture suggests trust, companionship, and the warmth of shared moments, allowing emotion to be expressed through form rather than words.

使用情境

Daily Companionship
Two gourds leaning toward one another become a quiet presence in everyday moments—offering a sense of closeness and calm through daily rituals and conversations.
Festive & Gifting Moments
Ideal for birthdays, festivals, or moments when you wish to express care and blessing, the gourd form conveys wishes of fullness, harmony, and shared fortune.
Display & Appreciation
Even when not in use, the pair functions as a decorative cup set—visibly expressing emotional connection and refined taste when placed on a table or shelf.

Design Detail

The Gourd as a Symbol of Blessing

In Chinese culture, the gourd (葫蘆) is closely associated with fortune and prosperity, as its pronunciation echoes the words fu (blessing) and lu (abundance). When depicted in pairs, the gourd further symbolizes harmony, connection, and enduring relationships.

Sweet Time translates this cultural symbol into a modern porcelain object. The smooth curves, hollowed handle, and balanced proportions require precise craftsmanship, resulting in a piece that feels gentle in the hand while remaining visually composed.

Product Detail

Design Concept

Sweet Time is a porcelain cup inspired by the gourd, a traditional symbol of blessing and harmony.

Through its intertwined form and gentle tilt, the piece transforms everyday drinking into a moment of closeness, making it suitable for both daily use and meaningful gifting.

Inspired by the gourd—an auspicious symbol in Chinese culture representing fortune, harmony, and togetherness—Sweet Time reimagines this form as a contemporary porcelain cup.

The body of the cup takes the shape of a horizontally cut gourd, rounded and full, while the handle echoes a smaller gourd, softly supporting the fingers. The two forms lean toward each other, creating an image of intimacy and mutual reliance.

Both functional and poetic, Sweet Time is designed to be used, displayed, and quietly appreciated in daily life.

Occasions or Usage

Couples’ Quiet Moments
A thoughtful pairing gift for anniversaries, weddings, or shared morning rituals.

Solo Focus Time
Enjoy tea, coffee, or herbal infusions in peaceful solitude — a daily ritual of grounding and presence.

Decorative Display
A beautiful sculptural object for bookshelves, tea tables, or glass cabinets — inviting elegance into your living space.

Ideal For

Thoughtful Gift Seekers
Perfect for occasions like birthdays, weddings, Valentine’s Day, or housewarmings — especially for those who appreciate meaningful design.

Aesthetic Living Enthusiasts
Individuals who view everyday objects as expressions of lifestyle, taste, and emotional resonance.

Collectors of Contemporary Porcelain
Those who seek symbolic forms, artistic value, and collectible porcelain art from Taiwan.

Dimension

L13 × W8.8 × H7.4 cm

“Two forms entwined,
Composing a melody of sweet intimacy.”
— Heinrich Wang

About the Artist | Heinrich Wang

Heinrich Wang, founder of NewChi Porcelain and Tittot, is one of Taiwan’s most representative contemporary artists in white porcelain and liuli glass. Renowned for infusing philosophy and poetry into object design, his works have been exhibited at the National Museum of History in Taiwan, the Taiwan Craft Research and Development Institute, and the Triennale di Milano, earning recognition from collectors worldwide. Every porcelain piece is personally overseen by Wang, offering an aesthetic choice that unites artistry, cultural depth, and practical function.

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FAQs

Is Sweet Time suitable as a gift?

Yes. With its symbolic double-gourd form, Sweet Time conveys wishes of closeness, harmony, and blessing, making it a thoughtful gift for festivals, anniversaries, or meaningful occasions.

Is this cup meant for daily use or display?

Both. Sweet Time is designed for comfortable daily use, while its sculptural form also allows it to function as a decorative porcelain object when not in use.

What does Sweet Time represent?

The piece expresses intimacy and mutual reliance through form. By translating emotional connection into a functional object, it allows everyday rituals to carry quiet meaning.

Gift Wrapping

Each NewChi Porcelain piece comes with an elegantly designed gift box.

From the moment it is opened, it conveys your thoughtfulness and refined taste.

Whether it’s a housewarming gift, a wedding present, or a gesture of appreciation for someone important, it expresses warmth and emotion beyond words.

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