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Cup Museum
The Cup Museum
The world's first and only professional museum with the theme of cups
As the world's first thematic museum dedicated to the civilization of cups and vessels, our museum takes "cups"—the most everyday utensils—as a clue to systematically sort out the development context of human drinking civilization spanning ten thousand years, and construct a global narrative that transcends time and space. The collection, ranging from clay to crystal, from ritual vessels to daily-use items, presents a panoramic view of the explorations of different cultures in practicality, aesthetics, and technology. We aim to present a three-dimensional brief history of global material civilization and inspire sustainable thinking about current lifestyles.
Ancient and modern utensils converse here, enlightening the present. We sincerely invite you to see the vastness of the world within this small space.
CARRYING HISTORY IN ACUP
More than 2,000 pieces A total of Chinese and foreign collections are on display
The exhibits include various forms such as cups, bowls, pots, tea ceremony utensils, wine vessels, and coffee utensils. They range from ancient pottery of the Neolithic Age to bronze ware of the Shang and Zhou dynasties, spanning ancient and modern times, aiming to actively promote the culture of cups and bowls.
The largest cap-cup in the world
Treasure of the museum
The collection also includes treasures of both academic and aesthetic value, such as prehistoric pottery, famous Song Dynasty porcelain, and representative works of modern glass and metal craftsmanship.
Seven Thousand Years of Oriental Creation
This exhibition area systematically showcases the evolution history of Chinese cups and bowls from the Neolithic Age to the 20th century in chronological order. Visitors can appreciate the complete context from simple pottery to elegant Song Dynasty porcelain and then to magnificent colored porcelain here. Through the changes in the shape, glaze color and craftsmanship of the utensils, they can intuitively feel the evolution process of Chinese life aesthetics and technology.
The Oldest Witness: A pottery cup from the Zhaobaogou Culture, dating back about 7,000 years.
A Miracle of Craftsmanship: The Longshan Culture black pottery cup, as thin as eggshell (0.2–0.3 mm), known as the "First Chinese Mug".
The Origin of Tea Culture: Featuring the earliest written records of tea in China (Western Han Dynasty).
The Circulation and Regeneration of Craftsmanship
Focusing on East Asian tea utensils and crafts centered on Japan, it showcases in-depth dialogues within Oriental aesthetics and localized innovations. The exhibits include porcelain, lacquerware, and metal crafts, revealing how the spirit of craftsmanship, while respecting tradition, creates daily utensils with unique philosophy and formal beauty.
A variety of teapots with loop handles, embodying the integration of function and form.
Exquisite Japanese porcelain and lacquerware, developing a unique style through inheritance.
Materials, Rituals and the Spirit of the Times
Explore how the Western world has utilized different materials such as silver, crystal, and ceramics to shape its unique drinking culture and social rituals. From court silverware and coffee sets to modern glass art, this exhibition hall explains how utensils have become carriers of power, social interaction, and fashion taste, reflecting changes in lifestyles and aesthetic concepts over hundreds of years.
Luxury-symbolizing silverware, including the commemorative silver cup of Queen Elizabeth II of the United Kingdom.
"The Rolls-Royce of porcelain" - the exquisite works of German Meissen porcelain.
Intriguingly designed natural material utensils, such as a wild boar tooth handle cup and a conch cup.
The evolution of beer containers, from wooden barrels to glass cups.
Special Art Project · "The Whale's Tears"
The environmental art installation in the museum's permanent exhibition, through a visually striking form, reveals the profound impact of disposable consumption culture on marine ecosystems. It aims to go beyond historical narratives and inspire visitors to engage in personal reflection and action regarding a sustainable future.
Ancient and modern utensils converse here, enlightening the present. We sincerely invite you to see the vastness of the world within this small space. 。
Temporary Exhibition Hall
The museum has a modern temporary exhibition hall, which regularly holds thematic special exhibitions related to cup and vessel culture, contemporary design exhibitions, and cultural exchange activities, aiming to build a continuously growing public cultural space full of dialogues.
Cultural and Creative Products Exhibition Area
We collaborate with designers and craftsmen worldwide to conduct innovative interpretations while respecting traditional contexts, ensuring that each product is an elegant medium connecting the past and the present. Our aim is to transform the aesthetic inspiration and exquisite craftsmanship of the collected cultural relics into contemporary items that combine a sense of design with practicality.
Every cup enshrines the fashion, craftsmanship, and stories of an era.
And here, this is the only hall where they converge.
As the world's first museum themed on the civilization of cupware, we not only collect utensils but also connect civilizations. Here, you can witness the evolution of craftsmanship spanning seven thousand years, overview the aesthetics of life in both the East and the West, and gain insight into the common human emotions behind each cup and bowl. This journey will completely change the way you look at everyday objects.
We sincerely invite you to open this door and step into this three-dimensional brief history of global civilization. Here, history is within reach, and the world is尽收眼底. We look forward to your arrival, to jointly compose this symphony of civilization formed by thousands of cups and bowls with us.
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