Cizhou Ware Hand-Painted Peony And Lotus Scroll Gaiwan 160ml

Product Specifications

Capacity: 160ml

Diameter: 10.0cm

Height: 9.0cm

Material: Paddy soil

Food Safe: Yes

Packaging: Premium gift box

Immerse yourself in the rustic soul of ancient northern China with our Cizhou Kiln Hand-Painted Gaiwan. Born from a lineage that defined Song Dynasty folk ceramics, this vessel breaks away from delicate porcelain, offering instead a robust, artistic stoneware aesthetic. Utilizing Cizhou's iconic "Black on White" technique, the brushwork captures a striking, ink-wash contrast that feels both deeply historical and remarkably modern.

The Essence of Cizhou Artistry:
Spontaneous Hand-Painted Motif: Featuring a continuous scroll (卷轴) of intertwined peonies and lotuses. Because each piece is painted with a freehand brush using natural mineral iron ores, no two gaiwans will share the exact same stroke or gradient.

The Majestic "Ink-Wash" Contrast: Master artisans apply a layer of creamy-white slip over a dense clay body, followed by deep charcoal-black brushwork. This high-contrast aesthetic evokes the timeless elegance of Chinese calligraphy and calligraphy ink paintings.

Textured, Soulful Weight: True to the "People’s Kiln" heritage, this Gaiwan has a comforting, grounding weight in the palm. Its thicker walls provide excellent heat insulation, making it exceptional for brewing teas that require sustained high temperatures.

Auspicious Floral Symbology: The peony (symbolizing vitality and prosperity) and the lotus (representing inner peace and purity) are bound together in a continuous vine, carrying a beautiful blessing of harmonious life.

The Sancai Trinity Set: Includes a deep-set lid (Heaven), a wide-rimmed bowl (Man), and a sturdy matching saucer (Earth) designed to catch every drop while offering an ergonomic pour.