Hand-Painted Blue and White Gaiwan Tea Cup with Silver-Rimmed Mouth
Encounter a heart-warming tea container, taking a sip or two of light and elegant tea in the middle of a busy schedule; between touch and vision, clearly comprehend heaven, earth and people of nature and ingenuity.
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Description
- Material: High-fired Porcelain
- Origin: Jingdezhen, Jiangxi.
- Decoration: Hand-painted Underglaze Blue
- Rim Finish: Pure Silver Edging
- Gaiwan Diameter: 95mm
- Gaiwan Height: 75mm
- Gaiwan Full Capacity: 130cc
- Dragon Egg Cup Diameter: 55mm
- Dragon Egg Cup Height: 40mm
- Dragon Egg Cup Capacity: 36cc
- Motif: Three Friends of Winter (Pine, Bamboo, Plum blossom)
- For those who believe that tea is not merely a beverage but a ritual—a quiet conversation between water, leaf, and vessel—this hand-painted Blue-and-White Gaiwan set is something you will want to experience slowly, deliberately, and often.
- The motif that adorns this Blue and White Gaiwan set is the celebrated Three Friends of Winter: the resilient pine that stands unyielding in snow, the bamboo that bends without breaking, and the plum blossom that dares to bloom in the coldest months. In traditional Chinese visual poetry, these three plants together represent perseverance, integrity, and quiet strength—values that resonate deeply with anyone who has learned to appreciate the subtle pleasures of a well-brewed cup.
- Every brushstroke on this Blue and White Gaiwan is applied entirely by hand. There is no transfer printing here, no mechanical decal work. What you see is the genuine labor of a skilled artisan who has spent years perfecting the craft of underglaze blue painting. The cobalt pigment sinks into the raw porcelain body before the glaze is applied and fired at high temperature—typically between 1200°C and 1400°C—which permanently fuses the design into the ceramic itself. This means the artwork will not fade, scratch off, or wash away over time.
- The Blue and White Porcelain Gaiwan features a generously flared rim measuring 95mm in diameter, paired with a carefully proportioned height of 75mm. The full capacity is 130cc, with the lid-on brewing capacity calibrated to 100cc—a thoughtful detail that ensures you can fill the bowl without water spilling over the edge when the lid is seated. This is not a minor consideration. Anyone who has struggled with a gaiwan that is either too small to brew properly or too full to handle comfortably will immediately appreciate the engineering behind these dimensions.
- The companion Dragon Egg cup is equally deliberate in its proportions: 55mm in diameter, 40mm in height, with a 36cc capacity. Its name comes from the graceful, ovoid silhouette that fits snugly in the palm of your hand. The rim is finished with pure silver edging, adding a subtle gleam that catches the light with each sip while also reinforcing the cup’s delicate edge against everyday wear.
- Both the Gaiwan Tee and the Dragon Egg cup feature thin-porcelain bodies that are remarkably translucent when held up to light. Yet “thin” does not mean “fragile.” Properly fired porcelain possesses surprising resilience, and the high-temperature kiln process ensures that these pieces can withstand regular use without compromising their structural integrity.
- The silver edging—applied by hand using traditional metalworking techniques—serves both aesthetic and functional purposes. It frames each piece with a band of precious metal that evokes the elegance of heirloom tableware. Practically speaking, it also provides a small measure of thermal buffering and adds a tactile contrast to the smooth, glassy porcelain surface.
- This is a Gongfu Gaiwan Tea Set in the truest sense—designed for the meticulous, multi-steep brewing method that unlocks the full aromatic spectrum of oolong, white, raw pu’er, and high-mountain green teas. The wide, outward-splayed rim of the Blue and White Gaiwan is not merely decorative; it creates a natural heat-dissipation zone that keeps your fingertips comfortable even when the bowl is filled with near-boiling water. The lid seats securely but not tightly, allowing you to tilt it just enough to strain the leaves while controlling the flow of liquor into your cup.
- Whether you are looking for a Traditional Gaiwan Tea Set to anchor your home tea practice, a Portable Gaiwan Tea Set that can travel with you (the pieces nest compactly), or simply a Ceramic Blue and White Gaiwan that brings beauty to every brew, this set delivers on all fronts.
- The Gaiwan Tea Set UK and European markets have shown growing appreciation for authentic, handcrafted tea ware that tells a story. This set tells the story of winter friends who endure together—and of the artisans who still paint, fire, and finish each piece by hand, one at a time.
Hand-Painted Blue and White Gaiwan Tea Cup with Silver-Rimmed Mouth
$256.98
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