Yuan Blue & White Ru Ware Horseshoe Sancai Gaiwan - 160ml
Yuan Blue & White Ru Ware Horseshoe Sancai Gaiwan - 160ml
The ClayZenith Yuan Blue & White Ru Ware Horseshoe Sancai Gaiwan (160ml) is a classical cross-dynastic tribute combining 14th-century Yuan Dynasty cobalt brushwork with Song Dynasty Ru kiln celadon crackle glaze. Shaped in the revered Mati (Horseshoe Cup) silhouette with an engineered hover-resting lid, this vessel delivers exceptional operational grace.
Dual Ceramic Heritage & Kaipian Crackle Alchemy
Fired at 1,320°C (2,408°F) in Jingdezhen, the underglaze cobalt botanical motifs are framed by a soft sky-blue iron-reduction celadon glaze. Over weeks of brewing dark teas, the subtle micro-crackles absorb tea polyphenols, developing shimmering golden-amber veins that celebrate the passage of time.
Horseshoe Geometry & Hovering Lid Ergonomics
- Mati Horseshoe Profile: Straightened lower body with a subtle outward rim flare provides precise thumb control and smooth decanting.
- Hovering Lid Rest (Xuanting): The lid is balanced to rest securely tilted against the interior rim, venting steam and allowing whole tea leaves to breathe between infusions.
Living Space Integration & Gifting
- Scholarly Tea Tables: Adds antique dignity to solid timber desks, reading corners, and classical tea spaces.
- Tea Connoisseur Evaluation: The pale celadon and cobalt interior offers high contrast for inspecting liquor color.
- Prestigious Cultural Gifting: Presented in a silk brocade gift vault, ideal for elders, tea masters, and historians.
Feng Shui & Spatial Energy Balance
In Feng Shui spatial philosophy, the horseshoe shape represents Good Fortune, Stability, and Receptivity. Pairing Water (Cobalt/Celadon) and Earth (Stoneware body) fosters grounded career wisdom, steady patron support, and household harmony.
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 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Volumetric Capacity | 160 ml (to rim) / 135 ml (functional) | 5.4 fl oz / 4.6 fl oz |
| Bowl Diameter x Height | 10.4 cm x 9.2 cm | 4.09" x 3.62" |
| Net Ceramic Weight | 265 g | 9.35 oz |
Care & Longevity Instructions
Rinse with warm water after use. Avoid synthetic detergents to nurture the golden crackle veins naturally. Lead-free.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Q: What is a Horseshoe (Mati) gaiwan?
Mati Gaiwan is a classical Chinese vessel shape featuring straight vertical lower walls resembling a horseshoe, optimized for hand grip and heat stability.
Q: How fast is shipping?
Delivered in 7 to 14 business days from regional domestic hubs.
