{"product_id":"japanese-shino-kiln-change-hand-painted-dongli-black-cat-ceramic-gongfu-teapot-rest-tray-14-3cm","title":"Japanese Shino Kiln-Change Hand-Painted Dongli Black Cat Ceramic Gongfu Teapot Rest Tray - 14.3cm","description":"\u003cp\u003eA compact Japanese-inspired Shino kiln-change ceramic tray featuring a hand-painted Dongli black cat motif and a warm, softly aged glaze. Designed primarily as a \u003cstrong\u003eGongfu teapot rest\u003c\/strong\u003e, it can also serve as a small tea tray, presentation plate or decorative fruit dish, making it a versatile accent for a refined tea table.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eShino Kiln-Change Character\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe surface combines cream, warm orange, sand and speckled charcoal tones for a naturally varied, wabi-sabi appearance. The shallow round form is visually quiet enough to support a teapot while the black cat illustration adds a distinctive focal point.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDongli Black Cat Motif\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe central hand-painted cat design gives the piece a playful personality without making it feel overly decorative. Its restrained brushwork works especially well with rustic pottery, dark wood tea trays and other kiln-effect teaware.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eType:\u003c\/strong\u003e teapot rest \/ tea tray \/ serving plate\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e ceramic\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDiameter:\u003c\/strong\u003e approx. 14.3cm\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e approx. 3.2cm\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eForm:\u003c\/strong\u003e shallow round tray\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStyle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Japanese-inspired Shino kiln-change\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMotif:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dongli black cat\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow to Use It\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003ePlace a teapot or small gaiwan on the tray to catch occasional drips during Gongfu brewing. The shallow basin can also receive a tea strainer after pouring, hold a few tasting accessories, or be used as a small presentation dish for fruit, sweets or dry snacks.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eTea Table Styling\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003ePair it with walnut, bamboo, natural linen, stone and understated ceramics for a calm Chinese-Japanese tea setting. It works particularly well in a personal tea corner, study, tea room or Neo-Chinese interior where layered natural textures are preferred over highly polished tableware.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eTraditional Tea Culture Context\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eA teapot rest helps define the working area of a Gongfu tea table and keeps the brewing surface visually organized. This piece gives that practical role a more decorative, collectible character through its kiln-change glaze and cat motif.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eGift Appeal\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIts combination of practical tea-table use and characterful cat artwork makes it a thoughtful gift for Gongfu tea drinkers, cat lovers and collectors of expressive Asian-inspired ceramics.\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. Small 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 this piece mainly used for?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt is designed as a teapot rest for Gongfu tea service, helping catch drips beneath a teapot or small brewing vessel.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan it be used as a serving plate?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. Its shallow 14.3cm form also works well for fruit, sweets, tea snacks or decorative presentation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow large is it?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eApproximately 14.3cm in diameter and 3.2cm high.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs every piece identical?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo. Slight kiln-tone, speckling and painted-detail differences are part of the individual character of this style.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes it work with Chinese Gongfu teaware?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. Its compact size and shallow form make it easy to integrate into Gongfu tea tables alongside teapots, fairness cups and tasting cups.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"ClayZenith","offers":[{"title":"Dongli Black Cat Teapot Rest Tray - 14.3cm","offer_id":60580733124689,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1069\/6297\/6849\/files\/clayzenith-shino-cat-pot-rest-tray-main.jpg?v=1789297143","url":"https:\/\/clayzenith.com\/products\/japanese-shino-kiln-change-hand-painted-dongli-black-cat-ceramic-gongfu-teapot-rest-tray-14-3cm","provider":"ClayZenith","version":"1.0","type":"link"}