[清本源 x Gohobi Gallery] Inner-Molded Ocean Wave Pattern · Twelve Colors Series · Early Spring Green Egg Cup

A Whisper of Spring Awakened in Porcelain

1. Inspiration: Capturing the Poetry of Early Spring

The color Early Spring Green was born from a desire to preserve nature’s most delicate and life-filled moments in ceramic form. More than a color, it is a unique interpretation of spring’s quiet awakening.

Early spring is that subtle threshold between winter’s end and spring’s beginning—when nature stirs softly from dormancy. One day, walking by the woods and streamside, I saw the first tender shoots pushing through withered grass—a gentle green caught between hesitation and hope. Unopened buds hidden in mist, pale and fresh, moved me deeply. I wished to capture this fleeting moment of renewal and translate it into color and form.

2. Color Characteristics: A Soft Prelude to Spring

Early Spring Green is not a vibrant or lush green, but a gentle, mist-kissed tone softened with hints of white. Like a newborn leaf, it is delicate and understated, yet filled with latent vitality. The low saturation gives it a calming presence—like the earliest stirrings of growth before full bloom.

In different lighting, the color shifts subtly:

• Under soft morning light, it feels cool and serene

• In warm afternoon sun, it glows with warmth and quiet energy

The glaze mimics the season’s softness, inviting a calm and refreshing mood into everyday life.

3. Craftsmanship: Recreating Nature’s Nuance

Bringing Early Spring Green to life was a meticulous journey. Working with artisans, we blended natural mineral pigments—balancing green and white through countless experiments. Precise control of firing temperature and timing was essential to achieve the ideal tone and texture.

The inner-molded ocean wave motif enhances the color’s spirit. We refined the carving to express the gentle flow of water. When paired with the soft green glaze, the effect evokes a vision of springtime seas—fresh, deep, and filled with promise.

4. Meaning Behind the Name: A Seasonal Bookmark of Time

Naming the color Early Spring is a tribute to nature’s first awakening—a celebration of life’s gentle beginnings. It is a reminder of that brief, magical moment when change quietly begins.

In the fast pace of modern life, this piece becomes a subtle bookmark in time—encouraging the user to pause, observe, and appreciate the quiet beauty of renewal. It speaks not only of color but of rhythm, rebirth, and mindful living.

The Early Spring Green from the Qing Ben Yuan Twelve Colors Series is a heartfelt tribute to nature and an exploration of harmony between traditional craftsmanship and modern aesthetic.

May this egg cup bring a soft glow to your daily rituals—preserving the hope and beauty of early spring, always within reach.

Dimensions: Diameter 6.7 cm, Height  3.7 cm, Capacity 80 ml.

The price listed is for one tea cup. 

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Each piece is distinct and carefully crafted. As these are hand-crafted, slight variations may exist between pieces.

We aim to ship your order in reused/ recycled packaging where possible.