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Korean Celadon Coffee Cup Set 2pcs – Crane in Clouds by Master Kim Sung-tae (Songbung)

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  • Serve coffee with refined heritage, courtesy of Master Kim Sung-tae’s crack-free celadon crafted using white inlay to render the graceful crane-in-clouds motif
  • Each cup bears the artisan’s hand-carved seal and three generations of Goryeo celadon mastery
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Premium Korean Celadon Coffee Cup Set – Crane in Clouds Pattern (운학문)

An exquisite handcrafted celadon coffee cup set by renowned ceramic Master Kim Sung-tae (김성태), known by his artisan name Songbung (송붕). This set represents three generations of ceramic mastery, continuing the legacy of his father, Master Songwol Kim Jong-ho.

Master Artisan Kim Sung-tae (Songbung)

  • 1977: Began ceramic training under father Master Songwol Kim Jong-ho
  • 2006: Gold Prize, Dong-A International Art Exhibition
  • 2007: Excellence Award, Korea Contemporary Art Exhibition
  • 2008: Bronze Prize, Gyeonggi-do Craft Competition
  • 2012: Special Selection, National Tea Bowl Competition (Mungyeong)
  • 2013: Grand Prize, Korea Celadon Competition (Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism)
  • Plus 12 additional prestigious awards

Artistic Excellence

  • Crack-Free Technique (무균열): Premium ceramics made with precise clay-to-glaze ratios requiring decades of expertise
  • White Inlay (백상감): Traditional technique used to create the elegant crane pattern
  • Goryeo Celadon Heritage: Recreating the legendary “secret of gods” and “color of the universe” praised worldwide
  • Artisan Signature: Each piece bears Master Kim’s personal seal (松明), hand-carved

Crane in Clouds (운학문) Symbolism

  • Cranes represent longevity, nobility, and good fortune in Korean culture
  • Clouds symbolize heavenly blessings and spiritual transcendence
  • Together, they express wishes for a blessed, long life

Set Includes

  • 2 Celadon coffee cups with crane pattern
  • 2 Matching saucers
  • Premium paulownia wood gift box

Handcrafted in Korea by Master Kim Sung-tae (Songbung).

Celadon Coffee Cup Set by Master Kim Sung-tae

Celadon Coffee Cup Set Crane Pattern Detail

 

 

10 reviews for Korean Celadon Coffee Cup Set 2pcs – Crane in Clouds by Master Kim Sung-tae (Songbung)

  1. Isla Nashville, USA

    I bought this coffee cup set as a gift. The design is unique and elegant. I love the texture of the celadon finish; it adds charm to my kitchen. My friend appreciated the craftsmanship and uses them every morning now.

  2. Katarzyna Lodz, Poland

    Fajny zestaw filiżanek. Zgodnie z opisem, solidne i pięknie wyglądają w kuchni. Świetna jakość ceramiki.

  3. Layla from Firenze, Italia

    Rivestita da un’arte sublime, questa tazza di ceramica offre una danza calma tra forma e funzione. Ogni sorso evoca paesaggi tranquilli.

  4. Kwame Nyong'o from Portland, Oregon

    Stumbling upon a beautifully crafted coffee cup set in my favorite artisanal shop near the riverside of Portland took me aback. Each vessel resonates with its lineage—a deliberate nod to enduring artistry stemming from an ancient heritage, harmonized perfectly for today’s modern sips. As Kwame leaned back while savoring smooth roast atop minimalist ceramics resembling clear spring clouds at dawn, it conjured reminiscent whispers of cherished past moments gathered around sun-drenched breakfasts outside city spaces full of buzzing inspiration. Those cranes elegantly afloat remind us that beauty thrives by slowing down; not unlike learning French cuisine tips over homemade croissants on lazy Sunday mornings.

  5. Haruki from Kyoto, Japan

    静かな朝、翡翠色の茶碗で日本のお茶を飲みました。雲に舞う鶴模様が視界に広がる。その瞬間、とても特別な気持ちになりました。

  6. Joaquin Morales from Barcellona, Spagna

    Una delle gemme nascoste del mondo della ceramica, il set di tazze da caffè in celadon rappresenta una fusione magistrale tra estetica e funzionalità. Il design avvolgente che ritrae la gru nei cieli nuvolosi evoca un senso di tranquillità ed eleganza tipico dell’arte coreana tradizionale, riuscendo comunque a rimanere fresco nell’attualità moderna. Ogni pezzo racconta una storia complessa lavorata a mano da Maestri come Kim Sung-tae, rispecchiando anni di esperienza nelle loro forme sinuose e lucide, capaci non solo di contenere calde bevande ma anche sentimenti profondamente radicati nel cuore degli artigiani.

  7. Thiago Iscariot from Barcelona, Spain

    Sipping coffee from the Crane in Clouds cup feels like catching a whisper of ancient tranquility. Each hand-crafted piece reveals echoes of skilled craftsmanship that transport me to another realm—such an intimate communion with art!

  8. Leila Aminpour from Los Angeles, USA

    Yo! So I snagged these fab coffee cups—crafted by this dude called Kim Sung-tae, a master of celadon ceramics. They’ve got that crane in clouds design which is totally ethereal and so cool for sipping my morning brew. Can’t lie; they seriously level up the whole tea experience you know? 🌿 Even made some afternoon snacks look fancy on Instagram! Worth every penny—I can’t wait to show them off at my next gathering!

  9. Maja Poznan, Poland

    Bardzo eleganckie filiżanki! Wspaniale trzyma się je w dłoni. Używam ich do kawy codziennie i są świetne na prezent. Zawiodłem się, że przyszedł zestaw bardzo szybko.

  10. Olivia Melbourne, Australia

    Cups look really nice and hold a good amount of coffee. Handcrafted detail is evident, but the shipping took longer than expected. Still happy with them.

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