{"product_id":"blue-white-landscape-tea-set-hand-painted-underglaze-gaiwan-tasting-cups","title":"Blue \u0026 White Landscape Tea Set – Hand-Painted Underglaze Gaiwan \u0026 Tasting Cups","description":"\u003ch2\u003eInk Mountains, Living Tea\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eRooted in the centuries-old tradition of Chinese blue-and-white underglaze porcelain, this tea set transforms each brewing session into a moment of quiet contemplation. Painted by hand before glazing, the sweeping mountain landscapes — layered peaks, riverside villages, ancient pines, and misty valleys — are rendered in the spirit of classical Chinese ink painting. The color is sealed beneath the glaze forever: it will never fade, chip, or wear.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eEach piece in this collection depicts a distinct landscape scene, making the set a cohesive visual narrative across your tea table.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003ePieces in This Collection\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSancai Gaiwan – Mountain Village:\u003c\/strong\u003e The classic three-part gaiwan — lid as heaven, bowl as humanity, saucer as earth. The full-wrap landscape depicts rolling mountains and a nestled village with rich detail. Smooth pour, comfortable grip, suitable for all tea types.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStraight-Wall Tasting Cup – Riverside Retreat:\u003c\/strong\u003e A sturdy, upright master’s cup with a scene of misty riverbanks and wild grasses. Medium wall thickness concentrates aroma and fits naturally in the hand — ideal for solo sessions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlared-Rim Tasting Cup – Forest Dwelling:\u003c\/strong\u003e A gently flared rim for excellent heat release and a soft lip feel. The exterior depicts ancient trees and a courtyard hidden among mountains — perfect for slow, contemplative sipping.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eErcai Gaiwan – Layered Peaks:\u003c\/strong\u003e A two-part gaiwan (lid and bowl, no saucer) with an elevated foot for heat insulation. The full-wrap panorama of layered mountain ridges and dense forest creates a commanding visual presence on any tea table.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWaisted Tasting Cup – Pine Wind Landscape:\u003c\/strong\u003e An inward-curved waist that fits the palm perfectly and locks in fragrance. The pine-and-mountain motif in expressive ink style makes this cup especially suited to high-aroma teas like rock oolong and black tea.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eJingdezhen Wood-Fired Craftsmanship – No Two Pieces Are the Same\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThese pieces are fired in a traditional wood-fired kiln (\u003cem\u003echai yao\u003c\/em\u003e) in Jingdezhen — the porcelain capital of China. Unlike industrial electric kilns, wood firing is an unpredictable, living process: the flame, temperature, atmosphere, and natural ash fall shift continuously throughout the firing, leaving each piece with its own unrepeatable surface character.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe result is a glaze that breathes — warm, layered, and subtly different in every light. Natural kiln marks, gentle variations in glaze depth, and the faint traces of wood ash are not imperfections. They are the fingerprints of fire.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFrom hand-forming and glazing to the final kiln firing, every piece is shaped by the collaboration of earth and flame. Even within the same design, no two pieces will ever be identical. Each firing is a singular event. Each piece, an unrepeatable outcome.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cblockquote\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eEvery kiln opening reveals something that cannot be made again.\u003cbr\u003eEvery piece carries the unique mark left by fire.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\u003cp\u003eProduction quantities are inherently limited by the nature of wood firing — each batch is small, and pieces that do not meet our standards are set aside. What reaches you has passed through fire, time, and the discerning eye of the maker.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHand-Painted Underglaze Blue-and-White:\u003c\/strong\u003e Each piece individually painted before glazing — color is permanent and food-safe\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFine White Porcelain Body:\u003c\/strong\u003e Smooth, translucent, non-porous — flavor-neutral and visually refined\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOne Piece, One Scene:\u003c\/strong\u003e Each item depicts a unique landscape — a complete ink-painting narrative across the set\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFunctional \u0026amp; Ceremonial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Smooth pour, heat-insulating forms, and lip-friendly rims — designed for real tea use, not just display\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTea Table Ready:\u003c\/strong\u003e Gaiwan as the brewing centerpiece, multiple cup styles to suit different preferences and occasions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eBrewing Guidance\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eRinse all pieces with hot water before first use. For the gaiwan, fill approximately 1\/3 with tea leaves. Pour 90–100°C water depending on tea type and steep for 20–40 seconds for the first infusion. The set pairs beautifully with rock oolong, aged pu-erh, white tea, and black tea.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003e⚠️ Care Instructions\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eHand wash only with warm water. Do not microwave or use in a dishwasher. Porcelain is fragile — handle with care and store away from edges to prevent accidental damage.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"QIFU TEAHOUSE","offers":[{"title":"Sancai Gaiwan","offer_id":44768703447091,"sku":null,"price":299.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Straight-Wall Tasting Cup","offer_id":44768703479859,"sku":null,"price":199.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Flared-Rim Tasting Cup","offer_id":44768703512627,"sku":null,"price":199.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Tall-Footed Ercai Gaiwan","offer_id":44768703545395,"sku":null,"price":239.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Waisted Tasting Cup","offer_id":44768703578163,"sku":null,"price":199.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0646\/9976\/0691\/files\/1_3af715bc-6f96-43b6-84f9-fd696bd7605a.jpg?v=1787470389","url":"https:\/\/www.qifutea.com\/products\/blue-white-landscape-tea-set-hand-painted-underglaze-gaiwan-tasting-cups","provider":"QIFU TEAHOUSE","version":"1.0","type":"link"}