Gilded Jian Zhan Oil-Drop Gaiwan - 180ml Handcrafted Ceramic Teapot, Retro Luxury Design

A masterpiece of traditional artistry and modern opulence, this 180ml Jian Zhan Oil-Drop Gaiwan combines the ancient charm of Song Dynasty tea culture with lavish gold gilding. Crafted in Dehua County—China’s porcelain capital—the Gaiwan features a natural oil-drop glaze, where iron-rich 釉料 forms metallic crystallites resembling molten gold under high-temperature reduction firing, paired with 24K gold accents applied through traditional fire-gilding techniques. Each piece is a unique fusion of nature’s alchemy and human craftsmanship, with shimmering gold motifs that dance across the dark glaze when filled with tea, creating a celestial interplay of light and liquid.

The triple-lid design (heaven, earth, humanity) ensures precise heat control for brewing robust teas like aged pu-erh or rock oolong. The thick ceramic walls retain warmth without transferring heat to the hand, while the overglaze enamel detailing and crackled texture evoke the wabi-sabi ethos, celebrating imperfections as marks of artisanal devotion. Hand-shaped using centuries-old wheel-throwing techniques, the Gaiwan’s ergonomic curves and wide 9.5cm mouth allow effortless leaf expansion and pouring.