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The Lotus Pond Gaiwan draws inspiration from the quiet beauty of a traditional lotus pond, bringing lotus blossoms, leaves, and the atmosphere of nature into the form of a Chinese gaiwan.
Measuring approximately 15.7 cm across and 8.8 cm in height, with a capacity of around 180 ml, the vessel has a broad and graceful presence. Its generous surface provides ample space for the lotus pond imagery to unfold.
Lotus blossoms and leaves come together to evoke a peaceful summer pond in miniature. During tea preparation, the aroma and color of the tea become part of the scene, allowing the vessel itself to contribute to the tea-table experience.
Rather than relying on excessive ornamentation, the design transforms a familiar natural landscape into an object intended to be both used and appreciated.
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Lotus Pond Imagery × Three-Part Structure × Graceful Proportion
The gaiwan follows the traditional three-part structure of lid, bowl, and saucer.
Its approximately 15.7 cm width and 8.8 cm height create a broad and balanced silhouette, providing a generous surface for the lotus pond decoration.
Lotus blossoms and leaves are arranged in a natural composition, with variations in spacing and scale creating visual depth. The decoration remains lively without losing the calm quality associated with traditional Chinese garden and nature imagery.
The lid, bowl, and saucer work together as a unified composition, balancing practical function with the decorative beauty of the lotus pond theme.
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The lotus is one of the most enduring floral symbols in traditional Chinese culture.
Growing from water while maintaining its graceful appearance, the lotus is traditionally associated with purity, elegance, and refined character. The lotus pond adds another layer of meaning, evoking tranquility, natural beauty, and vitality.
Lotus ponds have long appeared in Chinese painting and decorative arts as expressions of the beauty of the natural world and an appreciation for peaceful surroundings.
By bringing the lotus pond into the tea setting, this gaiwan creates a connection between nature and everyday ritual. The vessel becomes not only a container for tea, but also a way to appreciate traditional imagery and the quiet beauty of Chinese tea culture.
Collection No.: JC031
Product Name: Lotus Pond Gaiwan
Type: Three-Part Gaiwan
Width: Approx. 15.7 cm
Height: Approx. 8.8 cm
Capacity: Approx. 180 ml
Structure: Lid / Bowl / Saucer
Theme: Lotus Pond / Lotus / Lotus Leaves
Style: Refined Eastern Aesthetics / Traditional Chinese Tea Ware
Suitable For: Tea brewing, tea-table display, and collection
Collection: Chinese Antique Collections |
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