Revered for its likeness to jade, celadon ceramics, also known as greenware, have been produced in China as far back as the Shang dynasty (1600-1046 BC). Traditional celadon glazes contain iron oxide, which transform into various lustrous shades of green – from deep olive to the palest blue- and grey-greens – when fired at high temperatures in a reduction oven. Celadon wares dominated the East Asian ceramic landscape for centuries, reaching its peak during the Song Dynasty (960-1279), after which blue-and-white Jingdezhen porcelain took pride of place.
Gaiwan
Celadon
Jingdezhen
SKU
7243
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Elegant celadon Gaiwan teapot in an off-white ash glaze with a hint of jade, handmade in Jingdezhen, the legendary porcelain capital of China. Perfect for everyday use and for serving all kinds of Chinese tea.
| Product | Gaiwan |
| Origin | Jingdezhen, Jiangxi, China |
| Dimensions | Ø9.5cm x 7cm, saucer Ø10cm |
| Volume | 150ml |
| Material | Porcelain |
| Glaze | Celadon ash glaze |
Each item is handmade and unique therefore measurements are approximate
Jingdezhen 景德鎮
The birthplace of porcelain, Jingdezhen has been producing the finest Chinese ceramics for over a thousand years and was home to some of China’s most important imperial kilns. Surrounded by breathtaking nature in the northeastern corner of Jiangxi province, the remoteness of the small city has helped preserve age-old traditions that are still in practice to this day. When Europeans first encountered Chinese porcelain back in the 14th century, they concluded that this ethereal yet solid "white gold" could only have been made by magic. The secret? Kaolin: the soft white clay essential to manufacturing porcelain, named after the Gaoling mountain in Jingdezhen where this resource was available in abundance.
Gaiwan 蓋碗
The Gaiwan (literally “lidded bowl”) is a classic piece of Chinese teaware used to infuse tea leaves, particularly large leaf Oolong, Green and White teas. Made from a variety of materials including porcelain, glass or Yixing clay, the Gaiwan consists of a small bowl and lid, with or without a matching saucer, and can be used as both a brewing and drinking vessel. Developments in tea ritual and preparation during the Ming dynasty (1368-1644) gave rise to the Gaiwan and it is still widely used across China today in domestic as well as formal settings, such as in Gongfu tea ceremonies and tastings. Gaiwan make for exceptionally fragrant infusions owing to their curved shape and open design that amplifies the aroma. Those made of fine porcelain help absorb the heat in a way that doesn’t shock or damage the tea leaves, resulting in a mellower brew.
