Ripple Mug

Inspired by the exquisite pottery art of the Yangshao culture, this product embodies the essence of the Yellow River civilization. It features a graceful silhouette reminiscent of ancient pottery, adorned with intricate water ripple patterns.

设计介绍 Design Background

Embracing the minimalist concept of "less is more," this cup seamlessly blends traditional artistry with modern aesthetics.

本产品以大河村遗址仰韶文化的彩陶艺术为设计原型，借鉴了泥质陶器敛口曲腹，上粗下细的器型特点，运用了其肩部独具特色的水波纹饰，弘扬了黄河流域郑州地区璀璨的历史文化。

在此基础上融入了妇好鸮尊的鸮喙部分，并在方底版本中融入了莲鹤方壶锤方形的造型特点。为了使该杯子符合现代化的审美风格。

产品需以郑州独特的黄河流域文化特色为基础，创作具有原创性、吸引力和记忆性的文化符号，既彰显黄河文化和郑州历史特色和文化底蕴，又鼓励传统文化与现代科技的结合

设计需求 Design Brief

The design brief calls for creative designs that highlight Zhengzhou's unique Yellow River culture and historical heritage.

语义学研究 Semiotic Study

仰韶文化彩陶中的直线和波纹线是两种重要的装饰元素，代表着不同的意义和审美。直线主要表现为水平线，竖直线和倾斜线，是最简单、朴实和直接的线条形式。在早期大地湾出土的彩陶中，水平直线被广泛运用，图案排列疏朗，表现出质朴明快的特点。

而波纹线则具有强烈的装饰意味，带有节奏感和韵律。这种线条精细而巧妙，常让人联想到水面的涟漪，因而给人以柔和、舒缓的感觉。在仰韶文化彩陶中，波纹线的运用相对较少，但仍可在一些类型的彩陶中发现，如庙底沟类型的碗和秦王寨类型的彩陶。

这两种线条形式在仰韶文化彩陶中不仅仅是装饰元素，也承载着社会生活的记录和原始人们的审美情感，是对当时社会文化和心理状态的一种反映。

In Yangshao culture painted pottery, straight lines and wavy lines represent distinct aesthetic and symbolic qualities. Straight lines, including horizontal, vertical, and slanted variants, embody simplicity and directness in their portrayal. Widely utilized in early Yangshao pottery, horizontal lines especially convey a sense of clarity and unpretentiousness, reflecting the primitive yet vibrant artistic sensibilities of the era.

Conversely, wavy lines exude a decorative charm, often evoking a sense of rhythm and fluidity akin to water ripples. Though less prevalent in Yangshao pottery, these wavy patterns, found in select pieces like bowls from Maodianzi and Qinwangzhai sites, impart a soft and soothing aesthetic.

文化研究 Cultural Study

大河村遗址是中华文明起源的标识性遗址，位于郑州市区，黄河干流一处距今6800年至3500年的仰韶文化遗址，它包含了仰韶文化、龙山文化直至夏、商文化遗存，见证了中华文明起源、形成、发展的全过程。该遗址拥有华夏民族进入文明阶段关键时期——仰韶文化的完整发展脉络，是黄河文化最精彩的组成部分。

The Dahe Village site is a key part of the Yellow River culture, witnessing the evolution of Chinese civilization from the Yangshao culture to the Xia and Shang cultures, making it a significant landmark in the historical culture of Zhengzhou.

外形研究 Form Study

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妇好鴞尊 Fu Hao Owl Zun

妇好鸮尊是目前中国发现最早的一件鸟形铜酒器，商代晚期文物。1976年出土于殷墟妇好墓，因内壁有铭文“妇好”二字得名。鸮尊，小耳高冠，圆眼宽喙，双翅并拢，粗壮的双足与下垂的宽尾构成三点支撑，使器物显得挺拔矫健，气宇轩昂。鸮究竟是一种什么样的鸟呢？它就是中国古代对猫头鹰类鸟的统称。在商代，猫头鹰被视为智慧的象征。昼伏夜出的习性、无声的飞行、锐利的喙爪使其拥有了勇猛、威严的形象，令人敬畏、崇拜，被视为神鸟

The “Fu Hao Owl Zun” is currently the earliest bird-shaped bronze wine vessel discovered in China, a cultural relic from the late Shang Dynasty.

The Owl Zun, with small ears and a high crown, round eyes and a wide beak, wings closed, and sturdy feet and a drooping wide tail forming a three-point support, makes the vessel appear upright and vigorous, with a lofty demeanor.

The “Lotus Crane Square Pot” is a bronze wine or water vessel from the mid-Spring and Autumn period. The main part of this pot is the square pot shape that has been popular since the late Western Zhou Dynasty. It has a lid, double ears, and a ring foot. The center of gravity is in the lower abdomen. Various additional decorations are decorated on the upper and lower parts of the body, which not only creates an exceptionally gorgeous decorative effect, but also reflects the important changes in the aesthetic concept of bronze art in the Spring and Autumn period

莲鹤方壶 Lotus Crane Square Pot

莲鹤方壶，春秋中期青铜制盛酒或盛水器。1923年出土于河南新郑李家楼郑公大墓。莲鹤方壶是多元文化融合的产物，既有接近于以晋地器物为代表的中原色调，又有接近于楚地器物的飘逸风韵。此壶主体部分为西周后期以来流行的方壶造型，有盖、双耳、圈足，重心在下腹部，遍饰于器身上下的各种附加装饰，不仅造成异常瑰丽的装饰效果，而且反映了在春秋时期青铜器艺术审美观念的重要变化

外形设计 Form Design

外形确定 Form Define

莲鹤方壶 Lotus Crane Square Pot

仰韶陶器以其细腻的白、红、黑色绘画而闻名，其设计包括人脸、动物和几何图案。莲鹤方壶形体巨大，有盖、双耳、圈足，重心在下腹部。双层镂雕莲瓣盖上立有一只展翅欲飞、引颈高吭的仙鹤。壶体四面以蟠龙纹为主体纹饰，并在腹部四角各铸一飞龙。圈足下以两只伏虎承器。妇好鴞尊是一只站立的鸮形，器盖置于鸮首后部，鸮昂首，歧冠高耸，“臣”字状目，小耳，钩喙，胸略凸前，双翅并拢，两爪粗壮，四趾抓地，宽尾下垂。这些元素如何在设计美学中融合呢？

Yangshao pottery is known for its fine white, red, and black painted pottery with human facial, animal, and geometric designs. The Lotus Crane Square Pot is large in size, with a lid, double ears, and a ring foot, with the center of gravity in the lower abdomen.The Fu Hao Owl Zun is a standing owl shape, with the lid placed behind the owl’s head. The owl raises its head, with a high crown, “minister” shaped eyes, small ears, hooked beak, slightly protruding chest, and a wide tail hanging down. How can these elements be merged in design aesthetics?