Yunnan Jianshui plum blossom black clay gaiwan

A Masterpiece of Heritage and Craftsmanship
Born in the kilns of Jianshui, Yunnan—a region revered as the “Jade of Southern China”—this Plum Blossom Relief Gaiwan embodies centuries of Zitao ceramic artistry. Crafted from iron-rich clay sourced from Jianshui’s Wucai Mountain, this teaware is fired to perfection, achieving a signature metallic sheen and a resonant “clink like ancient stone.” Its unglazed, mirror-polished surface honors the tradition of “hard as iron, luminous as water, smooth as jade, and sonorous as chimes.”

Artisan Techniques

• Relief Carving: A fusion of painting and sculpture, where plum blossom motifs are meticulously carved into semi-dry clay, then filled with contrasting泥料 for dimensional depth.

• 100% Handmade: From clay fermentation to polishing, each step—hand-pulling, carving, filling, and high-temperature firing—is executed by master artisans.

• Symbolism: The plum blossom, a symbol of resilience and hope in Chinese culture, adorns this piece with timeless elegance.

Features & Benefits

• Material: Natural Jianshui purple clay (high iron content) for durability and heat retention.

• Finish: Unglazed, hand-polished to a luminous, jade-like smoothness.

• Design: Functional art blending rustic charm (根艺 “root art” texture) with refined 浮雕 detailing.

Ideal For

• Tea connoisseurs seeking a vessel that enhances oolong, pu’er, or black teas.

• Collectors of Chinese cultural artifacts or sustainable artisan crafts.