Old-Style Liuli Glass San Cai Gongfu Gaiwan Collection - White Jade, Red Agate, Floating Green & Ink Wash - 170ml

A sculptural San Cai Gongfu gaiwan collection made in an old-style liuli glass aesthetic, designed to resemble the soft translucency and flowing mineral patterns of jade, agate and ink wash without presenting itself as natural stone. Each 170ml gaiwan includes the traditional three-part form—lid, bowl and saucer—and is offered in four clearly differentiated finishes: White Jade, Red Agate, Floating Green and Ink Wash.

Four Distinct Liuli Styles

White Jade Liuli: milky white and softly translucent, with a restrained, polished look inspired by pale jade.

Red Agate Liuli: a vivid red-to-coral finish with warmer tonal movement and a stronger decorative presence.

Floating Green Liuli: pale white glass crossed by organic green ribbons that resemble drifting mineral veins.

Ink Wash Liuli: white glass with gray-black flowing lines, echoing the visual language of Chinese ink painting.

Traditional San Cai Gaiwan Form

The three-piece gaiwan format is one of the most versatile tools in Chinese tea culture. The lid helps control infusion and aroma, the bowl allows direct viewing of the tea liquor, and the saucer provides a stable base for serving. At approximately 170ml, this size works well for personal Gongfu brewing or for sharing several small cups.

Specifications

Capacity: approx. 170ml
Overall size: approx. 10cm wide × 10cm high
Material: liuli-style glass
Set: lid + bowl + saucer
Available styles: White Jade / Red Agate / Floating Green / Ink Wash
Use: Gongfu tea brewing, personal tea ritual, tea-table display and gifting

How to Brew

Pre-warm the gaiwan with hot water, add tea leaves, then pour water at the temperature appropriate for your tea. Hold the lid slightly offset to strain the leaves while pouring. For Gongfu-style brewing, use shorter repeated infusions so the changing aroma and flavor can be experienced across several steeps.

Tea Pairing

The neutral White Jade and Floating Green styles are especially elegant with green tea, white tea and lightly oxidized oolong, while Red Agate creates a dramatic contrast with darker teas. Ink Wash has a restrained monochrome character that pairs beautifully with roasted oolong, black tea and aged white tea. These are aesthetic pairing suggestions rather than functional restrictions.

Chinese Tea-Room & Home Styling

Use the gaiwan on a dark wood, stone or bamboo tea tray for a refined Chinese tea-room presentation. The translucent liuli body works well with linen, natural timber, incense accessories, bonsai and simple ink-style art. Floating Green and Ink Wash are particularly suited to Neo-Chinese interiors, while Red Agate can serve as a stronger focal accent.

Cultural Design Notes

The “White Jade,” “Red Agate,” “Floating Green” and “Ink Wash” names describe the visual character of the liuli finish. They are design references rather than claims that the pieces are made from natural jade or agate. The San Cai form itself reflects the classic Chinese lid-bowl-saucer tea vessel tradition.

Care

Hand wash gently with a soft sponge and mild detergent. Avoid abrasive pads, hard impact and rapid extreme temperature changes. Subtle differences in flowing color, veining and translucency are part of the visual character of this style.

FAQ

Are these made from natural jade or agate?
No. They are liuli-style glass pieces designed with jade-, agate- and ink-wash-inspired visual effects.

What is included?
Each selection includes one lid, one gaiwan bowl and one matching saucer.

How large is the gaiwan?
Approximately 10cm wide × 10cm high with an approximate 170ml capacity.

Which style should I choose?
Choose White Jade for a clean minimal look, Red Agate for a bold warm statement, Floating Green for soft organic veining, or Ink Wash for a monochrome Chinese-art aesthetic.

Is it suitable for Gongfu tea?
Yes. The three-piece 170ml format is well suited to repeated Gongfu-style infusions and personal tea sessions.

Will every piece look identical?
Flowing decorative patterns can vary slightly from piece to piece, especially in the veined finishes.