What is a Gong Dao Bei?
In traditional Chinese gongfu tea ceremony, the Gong Dao Bei (公道杯, or tea pitcher) is an essential piece of茶具 (chájù, tea set). After steeping tea in your teapot, you pour all brewed tea into this pitcher to equalize the strength and flavor of every cup before serving to guests. It brings fairness and harmony to your tea ritual, which is how it earned its name ‘Gong Dao’ (fairness).
This Handcrafted Vintage Ceramic Crane Gong Dao Bei
Blending traditional Chinese cultural symbolism with artisanal glaze craft, this 180ml crane motif Gong Dao Bei is more than just a functional tea accessory—it’s a piece of cultural art for your tea space.
Cultural Symbolism & Meaning
Adorned with hand-painted red-crowned cranes and flowing clouds, this tea pitcher carries centuries of traditional Chinese good fortune. Cranes in Chinese culture symbolize longevity, prosperity, elegance, and good luck, while clouds represent peace and abundance. This makes it the perfect meaningful gift for elders, tea lovers, or anyone who appreciates traditional Asian art.
Premium Materials & Craftsmanship
- High-fired durable food-safe ceramic with a natural mottled vintage glaze that creates a one-of-a-kind rustic, aged look
- Contrasting white interior glaze for easy cleaning and clear tea visibility
- Superb heat insulation keeps your hands safe from hot tea while pouring
- Chemically inert ceramic won’t alter the natural flavor of your tea
- Precision cut pouring spout for smooth flow and clean breaks, no messy drips
Specifications
- Capacity: 180ml (6.1 fl oz)
- Dimensions: 10cm (3.9 inch) diameter x 7cm (2.8 inch) height
- Package includes: 1 x Ceramic Crane Gong Dao Bei Tea Pitcher
Perfect For Many Occasions
This vintage ceramic Gong Dao Bei fits perfectly into any tea space: it’s ideal for daily home brewing in your living room, home茶室 (cháshì, tea room), or study, works beautifully for professional gongfu tea demonstrations and small tea gatherings with friends, and makes a thoughtful unique gift for birthdays, housewarmings, Chinese New Year, or any gifting occasion for tea lovers and collectors of unique Asian pottery.
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