Covered Tea Cup, handmade wood firing ceramics

Material: Ceramics, handmade
Measurements: 3.5'' W x 3.5'' L x 2.4'' H

What is "covered" tea cup:

In Chinese traditional tea culture, "盖碗" (gài wǎn), often referred to as a "lidded bowl" or "covered cup," is a type of tea vessel that consists of a bowl, a lid, and sometimes a saucer. This tea instrument is primarily used for brewing and drinking loose-leaf teas, especially oolong and pu-erh.

The "盖碗" allows tea drinkers to brew the tea leaves directly in the bowl. The lid serves to retain the heat during the brewing process, and it can also be used to filter the leaves while drinking or to hold back the leaves when pouring the tea into another cup. This method of tea preparation and consumption emphasizes the taste and aroma of the tea, and the ritual itself is a meditative practice.

The "wood firing" making technique: 

The term "柴烧" (chái shāo) translates to "wood firing" in English. It refers to a traditional method of firing pottery using wood as the heat source, which often results in unique textures and color variations in the ceramics due to the ash and the flame patterns that emerge during the firing process. This technique is cherished for the distinctive, natural effects it creates, making each piece one-of-a-kind.

Care:

Wipe clean with a damp cloth