Antique Ru Ware Blue & White Dingfengbo Bamboo Shadow San Cai Gaiwan - 160ml Gongfu Tea Bowl
Antique Ru Ware Blue & White Dingfengbo Bamboo Shadow San Cai Gaiwan - 160ml Gongfu Tea Bowl
Antique Ru Ware Blue & White Dingfengbo Bamboo Shadow San Cai Gaiwan - 160ml Gongfu Tea Bowl
The ClayZenith Ru Ware Dingfengbo Bamboo Shadow Gaiwan (160ml) draws inspiration from Su Shi's famed Song Dynasty poem *Dingfengbo* ('Calming the Waves'). Combining jade-soft Ru celadon crackle glaze with hand-painted cobalt bamboo silhouettes, it provides an uplifting scholar steeping experience.
Ru Ware Celadon Crackle & Cobalt Underglaze Fusion
Reduction fired at 1,280°C. The iron-rich celadon glaze forms fine microscopic crackle lines (Kaipian) that nurture a golden tea patina over time, while the underglaze cobalt bamboo remains protected beneath crystal-clear vitreous glass.
Living Space Integration & Multi-Purpose Uses
- Poetic Gongfu Steeping: Ideal for contemplative sessions brewing roasted rock oolongs, Dianhong, and aged white tea.
- Cultivable Crackle Living Art: Develops a beautiful personal golden tea-vein patina with ongoing daily brewing.
- Scholar Studio Centerpiece: Infuses tea spaces with the philosophical resilience of Song dynasty literati.
Feng Shui & Spatial Energy Balance
Bamboo standing firm in wind and rain represents unyielding fortitude, moral clarity, and smooth progress through adversity.
Archival Gift Presentation & Multi-Layer Transit Armor
Every ClayZenith ceramic piece is delivered with museum-tier presentation and multi-stage transit protection:
- Complimentary Silk Brocade Gift Box (Jinhe): Enclosed in an archival silk-lined presentation box with traditional brocade jacquard pattern and vintage brass clasp.
- Armor-Cushion™ Heavy-Duty Shipping Protection: Sealed within custom EVA shock-absorbing foam molds and reinforced 5-ply export master cartons.
- 100% Zero-Breakage Policy: Guaranteed immediate free replacement for any transit damage.
Technical Specifications & Sizing Chart
| Specification Attribute | Metric Standard | Imperial Equivalent |
|---|---|---|
| Vessel Capacity | 160 ml | 5.41 fl oz |
| Glaze Chemistry | Iron-Bearing Ru Celadon with Micro-Crackle Matrix | Underglaze Cobalt Inlay |
| Components | 3-Piece San Cai Assembly (Lid, Bowl, Saucer) | Wide-Flare Anti-Scald Rim |
Care & Longevity Instructions
Rinse with hot water after steeping. Let air dry completely to allow crackle veins to absorb tea oils naturally.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Q: Will the bamboo painting wear away as the crackle patinas?
No. The cobalt bamboo is sealed deep beneath the vitreous celadon glaze and is completely permanent and impervious to wear.
Q: How fast is shipping?
Orders are dispatched within 24-48 hours and delivered within 7 to 14 business days via insured express shipping with door-to-door tracking.
