{"product_id":"hand-painted-blue-and-white-gaiwan-tea-cup-with-silver-rimmed-mouth","title":"Hand-Painted Blue and White Gaiwan Tea Cup with Silver-Rimmed Mouth","description":"\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eMaterial: High-fired Porcelain\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eOrigin: Jingdezhen, Jiangxi.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eDecoration: Hand-painted Underglaze Blue\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eRim Finish: Pure Silver Edging\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eGaiwan Diameter: 95mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eGaiwan Height: 75mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eGaiwan Full Capacity: 130cc\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eDragon Egg Cup Diameter: 55mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eDragon Egg Cup Height: 40mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eDragon Egg Cup Capacity: 36cc\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eMotif: Three Friends of Winter (Pine, Bamboo, Plum blossom)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor those who believe that tea is not merely a beverage but a ritual—a quiet conversation between water, leaf, and vessel—this hand-painted \u003cstrong\u003eBlue-and-White Gaiwan\u003c\/strong\u003e set is something you will want to experience slowly, deliberately, and often.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe motif that adorns this Blue and White Gaiwan set is the celebrated \u003cem\u003eThree Friends of Winter\u003c\/em\u003e: 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.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEvery 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\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.alibaba.com\/product-insights\/hand-painted-vs-machine-printed-teacups-is-the-extra-cost-really-worth-it.html\" rel=\"noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e. This means the artwork will not fade, scratch off, or wash away over time.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eBlue and White Porcelain Gaiwan\u003c\/strong\u003e 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.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe 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.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBoth the \u003cstrong\u003eGaiwan Tee\u003c\/strong\u003e 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\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.alibaba.com\/product-insights\/hand-painted-vs-machine-printed-teacups-is-the-extra-cost-really-worth-it.html\" rel=\"noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe 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.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis is a \u003cstrong\u003eGongfu Gaiwan Tea Set\u003c\/strong\u003e 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.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhether you are looking for a \u003cstrong\u003eTraditional Gaiwan Tea Set\u003c\/strong\u003e to anchor your home tea practice, a \u003cstrong\u003ePortable Gaiwan Tea Set\u003c\/strong\u003e that can travel with you (the pieces nest compactly), or simply a \u003cstrong\u003eCeramic Blue and White Gaiwan\u003c\/strong\u003e that brings beauty to every brew, this set delivers on all fronts.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eGaiwan Tea Set UK\u003c\/strong\u003e 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.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"MoriMa Tea","offers":[{"title":"Gaiwan","offer_id":53260317458746,"sku":"TW-MBCJ-YKGW43","price":256.98,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Teacup","offer_id":53260317491514,"sku":"TW-MBCJ-YKCB43","price":87.57,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2323\/3605\/files\/Hand-PaintedBlue-and-WhiteGaiwanTeaCupwithSilver-RimmedMouth_1.jpg?v=1775183845","url":"https:\/\/www.morimatea.com\/ja\/products\/hand-painted-blue-and-white-gaiwan-tea-cup-with-silver-rimmed-mouth","provider":"Authentic Chinese tea | Born for You, Burn for MMT","version":"1.0","type":"link"}