Floral Ceramic Espresso Cup and Saucer - Set of 2

Handcrafted by Yao Li, CN, c. 2026.

A conical dripper rests directly on a handled server, the two forming a compact, self-contained set for a single or double pour. Both pieces are decorated in blue-and-white — the server with pine, bamboo, and prunus in a landscape register above a band of geometric medallions; the dripper with lattice and flowering branch. The unglazed iron-brown rims and a single red accent on the dripper introduce contrast and mark the hand that made them. A set that brings the slow ritual of pour-over coffee into contact with a longer decorative tradition.

Yao's work celebrates the ephemeral beauty of life. Since 2002, she has reimagined classic Chinese motifs — cranes, rabbits, and florals — through vibrant red-and-green enamel and intricate blue-and-white porcelain. Inspired by the world around her, from the graceful cranes at sunset to the blooming flowers of Hangzhou, her ceramics bridge the past and present, offering a fresh perspective on tradition while honoring its enduring beauty.

Sold as a set of dripper and server.

• Dishwasher safe but handwash recommended

“Like the rise and fall of the sun, I work in continuous cycles, with each piece I create capturing my life, day by day.”

Yao Li’s ceramics are a celebration of life’s fleeting moments. Since 2002, she has dedicated herself to creating one-of-a-kind pieces that reimagine classic Chinese motifs—like cranes, rabbits, and florals—through vibrant red-and-green enamel and delicate blue-and-white porcelain. Each piece is unique, reflecting her belief that no two moments, or creations, should ever be the same.

Inspired by the world around her—whether it’s the graceful cranes at sunset, the playful bunnies in her garden, or the blooming flowers of Hangzhou—Yao translates these everyday scenes into timeless cultural expressions. Her work bridges the past and present, offering a fresh perspective on tradition while honoring its enduring beauty.