Discover the Timeless Tradition of the Gaiwan Tea Set
This handcrafted gaiwan, also known as the “Sancai Bowl” (三才碗 – three talents bowl) in traditional Chinese tea culture, embodies the philosophy of heaven (lid), earth (saucer), and humanity (bowl), a 1,000-year-old Chinese brewing design that balances cultural meaning and everyday practicality.
Why Choose This Handmade Gaiwan Tea Set?
- Authentic rustic texture: Uniquely mottled, iron-glazed finish that adds warm, vintage character to any tea space
- Premium quality: Crafted from food-safe, lead-free high-grade kaolin clay, fired at extreme high temperatures for long-lasting durability
- Perfect portable size: 180ml (6oz) capacity is ideal for individual brewing, travel, or small tea gatherings
- Versatile brewing: Works beautifully with all tea types: green tea, oolong, black tea, white tea, puerh, and more
- Easy care: Safe for microwave, oven, and dishwasher for convenient everyday use
Cultural Meaning & Perfect Gifting
As a core part of Chinese tea culture for centuries, the gaiwan tea set is a thoughtful, meaningful gift for tea lovers, new homeowners, or anyone who appreciates handcrafted East Asian art. It’s perfect for birthdays, housewarmings, holiday gifting, or as a unique corporate gift for clients who value traditional craftsmanship.
How to Use Your Gaiwan
- Add your desired loose leaf tea to the gaiwan bowl
- Pour hot water over the tea over your desired temperature
- Place the lid on top, tilting it slightly to create a small gap for pouring
- Hold the base with your fingers and pour brewed tea through the gap, the lid keeps tea leaves inside the bowl
Product Specifications
- Product includes: 1 x 3-piece handcrafted gaiwan (lid + bowl + saucer)
- Material: Food-safe lead-free ceramic (kaolin clay)
- Dimensions: Height 10cm (3.9in), Width 11.5cm (4.5in)
- Capacity: 180ml (6.1 fluid ounces)
- Care: Microwave, oven, and dishwasher safe
Note Handcrafted Quality
Every gaiwan is 100% handcrafted with care. Slight variations in color, size, and texture are natural features of handcrafted work, making your gaiwan truly one-of-a-kind. Color may vary slightly from the image due to screen display and lighting.
All orders are carefully inspected and packed to ensure safe delivery to your door.
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