Shiciji Design Story: The Buddha Lotus Spinning Cup

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Shiciji Design Story: The Buddha Lotus Spinning Cup

Pattern Explanation: Buddha Lotus Motif

"Zen Mind on the Lotus – A Silent Awakening"

A seated Buddha rests upon a lotus throne entwined with scrolling vines. The lotus, celebrated since ancient times as "rising from the mud yet unstained," symbolizes purity and transcendence. The interlacing vines and lotus motif represent the eternal cycle of life.

The Buddha, seated at the heart of the lotus, transcends worldly clamor, engaging in silent dialogue amidst the vines. The brushstrokes on this porcelain are not mere decoration—they embody Zen itself. In a chaotic world, this design invites you to cultivate a mind as serene as the Buddha, as untainted as the lotus, and as resilient as the winding vines.

Hold this vessel and embrace a moment of mindful presence.


Design Concept

  • Lotus: A symbol of purity and detachment, embodying the scholar’s spirit of "unstained by the mud."

  • Vine-Lotus: The intertwined vines evoke the cycle of life, echoing the Eastern philosophy of "endless renewal" (生生不息, shēng shēng bù xī).

  • Seated Buddha: His meditative posture reflects the practice of "inner observation," transforming the vessel into a spiritual tool.

 


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