Gong Fu
This set includes a 170ml Shiboridashi and two 50ml Teacups. Crafted from aged Dehua clay, the high-temperature reduction firing and high-iron content glaze enhance the tea's sweetness and flavor. This set combines vintage charm with practical functionality for an exceptional tea-drinking experience.
This 170ml Iron-Gilded Aged Clay Shiboridashi features an antique bronze finish and retro elegance. Made from aged Dehua clay with a gilded iron glaze, it enhances tea's sweetness and aroma. The high-temperature reduction firing process gives it a distinctive and textured appearance.
This 50ml Iron-Gilded Aged Clay Teacup crafted from Dehua clay that underwent high-temperature reduction firing, features a retro bronze finish. The high iron content of the glaze adds sweetness to the tea's flavor, enhancing the overall tea-drinking experience with a unique vintage charm. Perfect for tea enthusiasts.
This 110ml handmade Chaozhou teapot is crafted in a classical Dragon Egg shape, caroled by Qing Dynasty poet Wu Dingme. Chaozhou clay, with its excellent heat-retaining properties, is high in iron oxide but less porous than Yixing ZiSha (primarily due to higher firing temperature) and is good at preserving tea's bright, floral notes. This teapot is a perfect match for your floral Dan Cong Oolongs.
Ju Lun is a classic shape dating back to the Qing Dynasty. Its popularity transcended China and reached Japan. The Japanese literati admired Ju Lun's elegant shape, seeing it as a symbol of the harmonious spirit of tea culture. This 120ml teapot features a slightly modernized classic shape. Crafted from Ben Shan ZiNi clay, it has a noticeable effect on tea. Its excellent pour speed allows great control of brewing.
Pixiu is a mythical Chinese creature, often depicted with a lion-like face and dragon-like body, symbolizing protection, wealth, and good fortune. The detailed facial expression of our Pixiu tea pet will add a touch of humor and a good mood to your tea session:)
This Tea Boat (Cha Chuan – 茶船) is a nod to Chinese calligraphy, 'Lanting Xu' – "Orchid Pavilion Preface". It's not just a mere vessel for holding a teapot or cups; it's a reminder of the contemplative nature of tea, the fleeting beauty of gatherings, and the nature of existence. This plate is a piece of history brought into the modern tea ceremony.
Moon Rabbit is a mystical figure from Chinese culture. If you look up during the full moon, you'll see him with a mortar, pounding elixir of life. This 200ml Yixing Teapot, shaped like a Dragon Egg, will make a lovely addition to your gongfu tea set. Duan Ni Yixing clay (Zi Sha) has an excellent sand structure and does an amazing job filtering out impurities in water, allowing your tea to shine.
This 120ml Si Ting porcelain teapot offers an unadulterated encounter with your tea. Being a non-reactive material, porcelain serves as a blank canvas, allowing the true taste of the tea to shine through. The thermal properties of porcelain are ideal for the more delicate, heat-sensitive teas like green, white, and yellow varieties.
This elegant 200ml Gong Dao Bei reminds us of a penguin (hence the name:) Its simple yet functional design features a sleek, transparent body crafted from clear fluted glass that allows you to fully appreciate the rich hues of your tea as it brews. The pour is precise and controlled, thanks to the finely crafted spout that ensures a drip-free experience, enhancing both the cleanliness and ritual of your tea serving.
Ren Yixin's 110ml "Persimmon" Shi Yuan Yixing Teapot is a stunning example of traditional yet innovative teapot creation. Crafted from highly prized ZhuNi clay from Zhao Zhuang Zhu, the teapot's smooth lines and harmonious shape strike a perfect balance between practicality and aesthetics. The teapot's deep scarlet and dark red color and its shape capture the essence of autumn, the beauty of nature, and the rich cultural history of China.
This tea set by A Jie includes the "Rough Diamond" Gaiwan and "Weathered Rock" Teacup, both crafted using high-iron Dehua clay and a traditional wood-firing process. The rugged and faceted designs complement each other beautifully, and the smaller size of the gaiwan makes it perfect for solo tea sessions with your most precious teas. Each piece is unique, reflecting the natural elements of fire and clay, and brings out the tea’s natural sweetness.
Behold the mystic creature, Firefox. With fur of fiery red, it moves with grace and agility, leaving wonder in its wake. Legends say it possesses magic. Elusive and enigmatic, Firefox remains an enigma revered by those who believe in nature's power and the mysteries it conceals.
This 250ml Gong Dao Bei features a mountain silhouette that adds a touch of nature and tranquility to your tea ritual. Crafted from clear glass, this Fairness Cup allows you to observe tea's vibrant hues and clarity, making every brewing session visually engaging and enjoyable.
Qin Quan ("the right of Qin" or "the power of Qin") is one of the classical yixing shapes, named after Qin Shi Huang – the first emperor of unified China and founder of the Qin dynasty. This 180ml Yixing teapot with fast pour (16ml/sec) is made of Zi Ni – excellent clay to bring taste and aroma out of tea. The outside of the teapot is decorated with Hei Ni – another Yixing clay, with high iron content that turns black after firing. This Qin Quan features an exquisite pattern called Taotie.
This state-of-the-art GongFu Tea Tray is hand carved from pine wood and is the true embodiment of the Chinese Tea Ceremony. Watch water and tea elegantly trickle down the branches and into the trunk, feeding it water for the tree to grow bigger.
Cha Dao translates to "teaism" or "the way of tea". We use this term to describe a set of tea tools that are essential to any Chinese Tea Ceremony — Gong Fu Cha. This beautiful emerald Gong Fu Tool Set depicts white cranes, symbolizing peace and longevity in Chinese culture.
This beautifully 200ml glazed Cha Hai depicts white cranes — a symbol of peace and longevity in Chinese culture. Throughout imperial times in China, cranes were depicted on the robes of officials to represent their rank. We use this vessel to control the strength of the brew during gong fu tea ceremonies.
This graceful 140ml turquoise Gaiwan depicts white cranes — a symbol of longevity and peace in Chinese culture. When using a small tea infuser like a gaiwan, tea is brewed in concentrated quantities. This allows for full extraction of the tea's qualities. The glazed ceramic gaiwan is perfect for any type of tea.
This 50ml emerald Gong Fu Teacup depicts white cranes — a symbol of peace and longevity in traditional Chinese culture. The inside remains white — this allows us to admire the various colors of the tea brew.
This beautiful Gong Fu Tea Set depicts white cranes — a symbol of peace and longevity in Chinese culture. Throughout imperial times, cranes were depicted on the robes of officials to represent their rank. The greatest outcome of Chinese tea cannot be expected without a proper Gong Fu Cha Set.
This beautifully glazed tea strainer makes a perfect addition to the "White Crane" Gong Fu Tea Set and to any Gong Fu Tea Session. Thanks to the fine silk net, the filter helps capture the tiniest tea leaf particles, resulting in a clear tea brew.
This 125ml Gong Dao Bei embodies a simple yet profound aesthetic of wabi-sabi (侘び寂び) that embraces the beauty of impermanence and simplicity. The abstract white splash on a dark, almost black background creates a striking and elegant visual contrast. The bright interior adds a beautiful contrast and highlights the rich colors of your tea, making each brewing session a visually engaging experience.
Shui Ping is a timeless design piece. This 110ml teapot is made of 20-years aged purple clay, Zi Ni. Aging the clay is a lengthy procedure that takes the properties of the famous purple clay up a notch. Aging makes the clay more homogenous, improves air permeability and the compatibility of various components in the mud. And last but not least - it accounts for a warmer, more vibrant color and a better overall look and feel of the finished product.