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Running Horse Cup

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$64.68 $98 In stock

Category: Coffee & Tea Cups

This magical ceramic cup and saucer set features golden accents and and a secret surprise. The seemingly abstract design on the saucer reveals its true shape when reflected in the curved surface of the mirrored cup. But that's not the most amazing part. Turning the cup creates the illusion of motion as the static image springs into action thanks to a principle known as "picket-fence animation."



It is rare to see such a powerful combination of art and physics contained in a beautiful yet totally functional object. Thanks to the fine folks at Luycho in Korea for creating this wonderful series of objects.

Customer Reviews (4.8 / 5 · 5 reviews)

Zoe P. ★★★★★

Watching the saucer's pattern snap into a galloping horse when it hits the curve of the cup is ridiculously clever, and the golden accents catch the light beautifully without looking cheap. It's a conversation piece every time I use it, and the ceramic feels sturdy enough for daily rotation.

Sophia I. ★★★★★

The moment I poured my coffee and caught the saucer’s swirls reflecting upside-down in the cup’s curve, I actually laughed out loud—such a clever design. The gold trim feels sturdy too, not like it’ll rub off after a few washes, which was my only worry before buying.

Alexander I. ★★★★★

I set the cup down on the saucer and tilted it toward the light, and the golden trim caught the curve perfectly — the abstract lines suddenly snapped into a horse’s silhouette. It’s a quiet little magic trick that makes every pour feel like a special occasion.