{"product_id":"chaozhou-exquisite-carving-hexagonal-gongfu-tea-tray","title":"Chaozhou Exquisite Carving Hexagonal Gongfu Tea Tray","description":"\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eMaterial: Antique tin\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eDimensions: Diagonal length 20.5 cm, width 18.0 cm, height 9.0 cm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eCraftsmanship: Hand-carved and made. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eMaintenance: Wipe dry after each use to avoid prolonged water accumulation, which can easily cause corrosion.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eElevate Your Ritual: The Yan Jili Hexagonal Tin Gongfu Tea Tray\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn the heart of the Chaoshan region, where Chaozhou Gongfu tea is not just a beverage but a way of life, the tools of the trade are revered. The Yan Jili Hexagonal Tin Tea Tray is crafted in this spirit—a functional heirloom designed for the daily practice of the serious tea master and the aspiring enthusiast alike.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMore than a simple drip tray, this is a traditional tea boat (茶船 \/ chá chuán). It serves as the stage for your entire ceremony: a place to warm your teapot, rinse your cups, and catch the water that nourishes the clay. Made from solid, food-grade pure tin and entirely handmade, it brings a sense of history, weight, and quiet elegance to your tea table.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhy Tin? The Choice of Connoisseurs\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor centuries, tin has been prized in Chinese tea culture for its unique properties:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThermal Stability:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e It remains cool to the touch even when boiling water is poured over it.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePurity:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e It is non-toxic, rust-proof, and does not absorb or impart any flavors, ensuring the true taste of your tea remains unaltered.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Living Finish:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Pure tin naturally oxidizes over time. With use, your tray will develop a warm, nuanced patina—a map of your tea journey that deepens in character, making it uniquely yours. This is the hallmark of authentic tin, not a flaw to be avoided, but a beauty to be embraced.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHandcrafted Excellence: The Yan Jili Difference\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn an age of mass production, the Yan Jili name stands for tradition. This tray is 100% handmade, from the casting of the tin to the intricate, hand-carved motifs adorning its surface.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNatural Patina: A Living Art Piece\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePure tin Gongfu Tea Tray is a living metal. Over time and with regular use, it will naturally oxidize, developing a subtle, warm patina that tells the story of your tea journey \u003ca rel=\"noreferrer\" href=\"https:\/\/manual.museum.wa.gov.au\/book\/export\/html\/35\/index.html\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noreferrer\" href=\"https:\/\/mrkitly.com.au\/collections\/metal\/products\/met-syr01\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e. This is not a flaw but a cherished characteristic, adding depth and character unique to your tray.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"MoriMa Tea","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53118118265146,"sku":"TW-CYCJ-LJCC35","price":1557.68,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2323\/3605\/files\/ChaozhouExquisiteCarvingHexagonalGongfuTeaTray_1.jpg?v=1772682035","url":"https:\/\/www.morimatea.com\/products\/chaozhou-exquisite-carving-hexagonal-gongfu-tea-tray","provider":"Authentic Chinese tea | Born for You, Burn for MMT","version":"1.0","type":"link"}