Jianshui Purple Clay Hand-Painted Gaiwan — Blue Peony
Jianshui Purple Clay Hand-Painted Gaiwan — Blue Peony
Handcrafted by Pupu Studio in Jianshui, Yunnan, this gaiwan features a traditional Chinese painting of blooming blue peonies, with layered petals and graceful leaves lending the piece a soft, elegant character.
Made from 100% Jianshui purple clay, or zitao, the gaiwan is formed from naturally occurring black clay with a smooth matte finish. Although it is commonly known as “purple clay,” Jianshui zitao naturally occurs in five colors: purple, red, white, yellow, and green.
Because the gaiwan is unglazed, the clay may gradually absorb the aroma and character of the tea brewed in it over time. For this reason, we recommend dedicating it to one general type of tea, such as ripe pu-erh, raw pu-erh, oolong, or black tea.
Its compact form feels comfortable in the hand and offers a smooth, balanced brewing experience, making it a beautiful and practical addition to everyday gongfu tea sessions.
Diameter: 10 cm
Height: 8 cm
Capacity: 130 ml
It’s food safe, of course. I strongly recommend that you wash it only with water, and use it gently. Please do not use soap to wash or rinse your pot because it might also absorb the scent from the soap. You can also use bamboo handle brush to gently wipe away excess water during and after using any porous clay pots (Yixing, Jianshui) to help ensure it develops an even finish.