Swimming Dragon Tin Tea Scoop for Gongfu tea
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: Antique Tin
- Origin: Jingdezhen, Jiangxi.
- Dragon Soaring Among Clouds: 14.5 cm x 5.0 cm, Weight 148 g.
- Zen Sage: 15.0 cm x 5.2 cm, Weight 203 g.
- The Tin Tea Scoop was mainly used to measure tea powder and was an important tool in the Tang Dynasty's tea-brewing method. In Lu Yu's "The Classic of Tea," the process of brewing tea involves using a tea scoop, a tea grinder, and a tea sieve to ensure that the tea powder is even and fine. The combination of the high-quality water from Huishan Spring in Wuxi (the second best spring under heaven) and the tin tea scoop further highlights the tea ceremony philosophy of "harmony between water and soil."
- By the Song Dynasty, the Tin Tea Scoop had become more than just a simple measuring tool; it was an embodiment of lifestyle aesthetics. Song Dynasty literati valued the sensory and aesthetic experiences of tea drinking, and thus, the design of tea scoops was full of elegance and refinement.
- Antique Tin, a warm and understated metal, has a subtle and rustic color, a flexible and easily shaped texture, and a kind of honest and stable temperament. It develops a unique dark luster when touched.
- This Tin Tea Scoop is handcrafted, featuring designs of dragons, auspicious clouds, and sages. Made of classic antique tin, its exquisite craftsmanship, graceful lines, and natural texture are exceptional. The open and closed design makes it suitable for various types of tea.
- The "Dragon Soaring Through Clouds" Tin Tea Scoop carving is a masterpiece where artisans use their knives as brushes, lightly and gracefully depicting swirling clouds and a soaring dragon. The textures are poetic, each stroke imbued with ancient wisdom, revealing a majestic grandeur in silence.
- Tin Tea Scoop, made from tin metal, possesses properties such as moisture resistance, insect resistance, and odorlessness, effectively protecting the quality of the tea. During the Ming and Qing dynasties, carved tin cans were used to preserve Pu-erh tea; their airtight seal promoted the aging process of the tea, allowing it to become more fragrant and flavorful, while simultaneously preventing damage from light and moisture.
- This Tin Tea Scoop is exquisitely designed, with each pattern imbued with profound cultural significance. The rustic patterns, simple and natural, seem to transport you to a tranquil pastoral scene; Ebisu, a symbol of abundance and happiness, adds a touch of auspiciousness and joy to the tea room with its unique shape and charm.
- In terms of material, the antique tin has a warm and unique texture, and after the passage of time, it exudes a rustic charm. As for size, this Tin Tea Scoop is approximately 14.5 cm long and 5.0 cm wide, a moderate size that is easy to hold and handle, and can be easily used in various tea ceremony settings. Each piece is of suitable weight, neither too bulky nor too flimsy, allowing the user to experience a sense of stability and quality during use.
- This Tin Tea Scoop is particularly suitable for appreciating oolong or aged teas. Within its small teapot, it allows for precise control of the amount of tea leaves added, ensuring each brew is perfectly prepared. Whether enjoyed alone or shared with friends, it will be a valuable assistant on your tea journey.
Swimming Dragon Tin Tea Scoop for Gongfu tea
$188.27
Dragon Soaring Among Clouds