San He Coaster (Persimmon)
In Mandarin Chinese, the word for persimmon is a homonym for the word 事 (“Shi”), which means general matters or business affairs. The persimmon here is also enveloped by swirling 如意 (“ruyi”) clouds, an ancient Chinese symbol of success, as the term 如意 (“ruyi”) literally means “as you desire.” The entire design of the coaster is meant to invoke good luck for those embarking on new endeavors and to wish that all goes according to their plans.
These coasters are produced in a century old kiln that previously specialized in firing tiles for building materials in traditional homes. Since traditional construction is rare now, San He kiln focuses mainly on producing roof tiles for temple restoration projects. They have also creatively transitioned to producing home decor and tableware, such as these coasters. Not only are these coasters visually appealing, their material is heat resistant and absorbs condensation from icy glasses. They also work well as paperweights or purely as decoration.
Dimensions: 3.75” diam. x 0.50” D.
Fired and glazed clay
Made in Kaohsiung, Taiwan
Wipe clean with a damp cloth
Note: As with most handcrafted, artisanal and non-machine produced works, there may be a slight lack of uniformity and some minor imperfections.
In Mandarin Chinese, the word for persimmon is a homonym for the word 事 (“Shi”), which means general matters or business affairs. The persimmon here is also enveloped by swirling 如意 (“ruyi”) clouds, an ancient Chinese symbol of success, as the term 如意 (“ruyi”) literally means “as you desire.” The entire design of the coaster is meant to invoke good luck for those embarking on new endeavors and to wish that all goes according to their plans.
These coasters are produced in a century old kiln that previously specialized in firing tiles for building materials in traditional homes. Since traditional construction is rare now, San He kiln focuses mainly on producing roof tiles for temple restoration projects. They have also creatively transitioned to producing home decor and tableware, such as these coasters. Not only are these coasters visually appealing, their material is heat resistant and absorbs condensation from icy glasses. They also work well as paperweights or purely as decoration.
Dimensions: 3.75” diam. x 0.50” D.
Fired and glazed clay
Made in Kaohsiung, Taiwan
Wipe clean with a damp cloth
Note: As with most handcrafted, artisanal and non-machine produced works, there may be a slight lack of uniformity and some minor imperfections.
In Mandarin Chinese, the word for persimmon is a homonym for the word 事 (“Shi”), which means general matters or business affairs. The persimmon here is also enveloped by swirling 如意 (“ruyi”) clouds, an ancient Chinese symbol of success, as the term 如意 (“ruyi”) literally means “as you desire.” The entire design of the coaster is meant to invoke good luck for those embarking on new endeavors and to wish that all goes according to their plans.
These coasters are produced in a century old kiln that previously specialized in firing tiles for building materials in traditional homes. Since traditional construction is rare now, San He kiln focuses mainly on producing roof tiles for temple restoration projects. They have also creatively transitioned to producing home decor and tableware, such as these coasters. Not only are these coasters visually appealing, their material is heat resistant and absorbs condensation from icy glasses. They also work well as paperweights or purely as decoration.
Dimensions: 3.75” diam. x 0.50” D.
Fired and glazed clay
Made in Kaohsiung, Taiwan
Wipe clean with a damp cloth
Note: As with most handcrafted, artisanal and non-machine produced works, there may be a slight lack of uniformity and some minor imperfections.
You can read our fabula post on the history of San He Tile Kiln and brick tile production here.