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Ding Feng Bo Calligraphy Gaiwan Gift Set | Jingdezhen Porcelain Tea Set

Ding Feng Bo Calligraphy Gaiwan Gift Set | Jingdezhen Porcelain Tea Set

Walk Lightly, Brew Deeply

Inspired by Su Shi's timeless verse "Walking stick and sandals lighter than a horse" — the Ding Feng Bo (定风波) Calligraphy Gaiwan Gift Set captures the poet's spirit of unhurried grace. Each piece is hand-inscribed with brushwork calligraphy in the style of the Song Dynasty master, transforming your tea ritual into a moment of quiet philosophy.

Crafted in Jingdezhen, China's porcelain capital, this set pairs a traditional three-piece gaiwan with a single tasting cup — everything you need to brew and savour a contemplative cup of oolong, white tea, or aged pu-erh.

What's Inside the Gift Box

  • Gaiwan (Three-Piece Lidded Bowl) — approx. 150 ml capacity, hand-painted calligraphy glaze, ergonomic lid and saucer for effortless pouring
  • Tasting Cup — approx. 50 ml capacity, thin-walled for full aroma appreciation, matching calligraphy motif
  • Luxury Gift Box — presentation-ready packaging, ideal for gifting

Why Tea Lovers Choose This Set

  • Authentic Jingdezhen high-fire porcelain — translucent, heat-retaining, and non-porous
  • Hand-inscribed calligraphy — no two pieces are identical
  • Gaiwan size suits single-session brewing of 3–6 steeps
  • Dishwasher-safe glaze; hand-wash recommended to preserve calligraphy detail
  • A meaningful gift for tea enthusiasts, scholars, and lovers of Chinese culture

The Story Behind the Name

Ding Feng Bo (定风波, "Calming the Storm") is one of Su Shi's most beloved ci poems, written in 1082 during his exile. The opening line — "莫听穿林打叶声" — counsels us to walk through life's storms with equanimity. Holding this gaiwan, you hold that same stillness.

Origin: Jingdezhen, Jiangxi Province, China

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Product Description

The Ding Feng Bo Calligraphy Gaiwan Gift Set is a tribute to Su Shi's philosophy of serene resilience. Each piece bears hand-brushed calligraphy drawn from his iconic 1082 poem, fired onto Jingdezhen porcelain for a finish that is both literary and luminous.

Key Features

• Handcrafted in Jingdezhen, Jiangxi Province
• Hand-inscribed Su Shi 'Ding Feng Bo' calligraphy
• Gaiwan: ~150ml | Tasting Cup: ~50ml
• High-fire white porcelain — translucent & heat-retaining
• Presentation gift box included

Brewing Guidance

Rinse gaiwan and cup with hot water before brewing. Add 5–7g of loose leaf tea to the gaiwan. Pour water at 85–95°C and steep for 20–45 seconds. Decant into the tasting cup and enjoy. Re-steep 4–6 times, increasing steep time with each round.

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