{"product_id":"japanese-shino-kiln-change-hand-painted-black-cat-square-gongfu-fairness-cup-160ml","title":"Japanese Shino Kiln-Change Hand-Painted Black Cat Square Gongfu Fairness Cup - 160ml","description":"\u003cp\u003eA characterful Japanese-inspired Shino-style fairness cup with a softly squared silhouette, warm kiln-change glaze and a hand-painted black cat motif. Designed as a compact Gongfu tea pitcher, it combines practical pouring with the relaxed, expressive look of rustic artisan teaware.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSquare Cha Hai Form with Black Cat Character\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe gently squared body and integrated pouring lip create a distinctive profile that stands apart from conventional round fairness cups. A seated black cat motif wraps across the front, bringing a playful focal point to the tea table while preserving the understated, earthy feel of Shino-inspired ceramics.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHand-Painted Silver-Tone Details\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eFine decorative accents are added around details such as the whiskers, paws and tail, creating subtle highlights against the matte black cat illustration. These accents are decorative details on a ceramic vessel rather than solid silver construction.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eType:\u003c\/strong\u003e Gongfu fairness cup \/ Cha Hai \/ tea pitcher\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e ceramic\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCapacity:\u003c\/strong\u003e approx. 160ml\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLength:\u003c\/strong\u003e approx. 9.7cm\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e approx. 7.3cm\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eForm:\u003c\/strong\u003e softly squared body with integrated spout\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStyle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Japanese-inspired Shino kiln-change\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDecoration:\u003c\/strong\u003e hand-painted black cat with silver-tone accents\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhy Use a Fairness Cup?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn Gongfu tea service, a fairness cup receives brewed tea from the teapot or gaiwan before it is divided between tasting cups. This helps keep the strength of each serving more even and gives the host better control over the pour.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eTea Table Styling\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003ePair this piece with dark walnut, bamboo, natural linen, stone or rustic glazed teaware. Its black cat motif works especially well in a personal tea corner, study, tea room or Neo-Chinese interior where one expressive object can add warmth without making the setting feel overly formal.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eTea Pairing\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe warm glaze and earthy visual character complement Wuyi rock tea, roasted oolong, black tea, aged white tea and fermented teas particularly well, while the neutral ceramic body makes it suitable for a wide range of loose-leaf tea sessions.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eGift Appeal\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eA practical choice for Gongfu tea drinkers and an easy collectible for cat lovers, this fairness cup works equally well as functional teaware, a tea-table accent or a thoughtful gift.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCare\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eRinse gently after use and dry thoroughly. Avoid abrasive pads, sudden temperature changes and hard impacts. Minor differences in glaze tone, speckling and painted detail are normal for kiln-effect and hand-finished ceramic pieces.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the capacity?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eApproximately 160ml.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow large is it?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt measures about 9.7cm in length and 7.3cm in height.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is a fairness cup used for?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt is used to receive brewed tea before pouring into individual tasting cups, helping distribute tea more evenly between guests.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs the cup made of silver?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo. The vessel is ceramic. The silver-tone elements are decorative painted accents.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWill every piece look identical?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo. Small differences in kiln coloration, glaze texture and hand-painted details are part of the individual character of this style.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"ClayZenith","offers":[{"title":"Xingshui Black Cat Square Fairness Cup - 160ml","offer_id":60580729684049,"sku":null,"price":91.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1069\/6297\/6849\/files\/clayzenith-shino-cat-fairness-cup-main.jpg?v=1789296782","url":"https:\/\/clayzenith.com\/products\/japanese-shino-kiln-change-hand-painted-black-cat-square-gongfu-fairness-cup-160ml","provider":"ClayZenith","version":"1.0","type":"link"}