Hand-Painted Sky-Blue Ru Gaiwan with Osmanthus Design

Hand-Painted Ru Kiln Gaiwan

This exquisite three-piece gaiwan (lid, bowl, and saucer) is crafted in Jingdezhen, Jiangxi — China's historic porcelain capital. Painted by renowned local artist Xiao Hua, the design captures the delicate beauty of osmanthus blossoms in full bloom, with a bee gathering nectar. The brushwork is fluid and natural, featuring elegant pale leaves and golden flowers.

Fired using traditional Ru kiln techniques, the sky-blue glaze has a warm, jade-like texture. Over time, the glaze develops fine crackle patterns, creating a unique patina that records your personal tea journey.

• Origin: Jingdezhen, Jiangxi, China
• Craft: Ru kiln / Ru ware
• Glaze: Sky-blue (Tianqing)
• Dimensions: Bowl height (incl. lid) approx. 8.5 cm; bowl mouth diameter approx. 9.2 cm; lid diameter approx. 7.9 cm; saucer diameter approx. 11.3 cm
• Capacity: 150 ml
• Weight: 135 g

Handmade and one-of-a-kind — a wabi-sabi treasure perfect for daily tea rituals or as a meaningful gift.