Jingdezhen Hand-Carved and Hand-Painted Cranes Tea Pitcher (Fairness Cup)

Product Specifications

Capacity: 200ML

Diameter: 8.0CM

Depth: 8.5CM

Material: Coarse Clay

Food Safe: Yes

Packaging: Premium gift box

Artisan masterpiece from Jingdezhen, the porcelain capital of China.

Hand-carved red-crown-cranes pattern.

Hand-thrown from coarse pottery clay using traditional wheel techniques.

Fired at 1300°C for structural integrity and chemical stability.

Smooth kohiki glaze interior prevents tea staining and easy to clean.

To see matching Gaiwan: Jingdezhen Hand-Carved and Hand-Painted Cranes Gaiwan Set – saanwustudio

The Multiple Roles of the Fairness Cup or Tea Pitcher (Gong Dao Bei) in Tea Ceremony

The fairness cup serves essential functions in tea brewing, primarily in tea liquor management, drinking experience enhancement, and cultural preservation.

1. Tea Liquor Management
-Prevents Over-Steeping: Quickly drains tea from Yixing teapots or gaiwans to avoid bitterness from prolonged infusion.  
-Balances Flavor: Ensures uniform concentration and taste across multiple infusions.  
-Filters Residue: Sediments tea debris for clearer liquor and purer mouthfeel.  

2. Enhanced Drinking Experience  
- Temperature Regulation: Cools tea rapidly in summer for immediate enjoyment.  
- Visual Clarity: Transparent design allows easy assessment of liquor color and quality.  
- Equitable Sharing: Guarantees equal portions when serving guests, embodying fairness and respect.  

3. Cultural Significance 
- Philosophical Design: Reflects the Chinese tea wisdom of "fullness brings loss, moderation brings benefit".  
- Historical Evolution: Originating from ancient wine vessels, it symbolizes tea culture’s progression.  
- Spiritual Symbolism: Represents the Taoist principle of harmony and balance in tea rituals.  

More than a tool—it’s a cultural icon carrying the soul of tea ceremony.