Dunhuang Motif Ceramic Gongfu Tea Set

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Soft ivory ceramics carry fine lotus and floral motifs in teal, white and warm metallic tones. Choose the sloping ShiPiao pot, rounded XiShi pot or arched top-handle pot, each matched with six small cups, a serving pitcher and a strainer in a fitted carrying case.

At the tea table

• Three distinct teapot shapes with matching patterned ceramics.
• Six small cups invite an unhurried shared tea ritual.
• Serving pitcher and two-piece strainer help separate brewing from serving.
• Grey carrying case with fitted compartments keeps the set together.

Choose your pieces

Select one teapot style. The three pots shown in the size chart are alternatives, not three pots in one set. Furniture, books, stone display blocks, lamps, scoop, tea pick and mineral ornaments are photography props.

Specifications

• Pale ivory ceramic pieces with teal, white and gold-coloured floral motifs; the decorative metal content is not verified.
• ShiPiao pot: supplier-listed approximately 12.5 cm long x 7.1 cm high, 200 ml.
• XiShi pot: supplier-listed approximately 12.7 cm long x 7.3 cm high, 250 ml.
• Top-handle pot: supplier-listed approximately 10.4 cm long, 6.9 cm body height, 200 ml; body height excludes the raised handle.
• Six cups: each supplier-listed approximately 6.1 cm diameter x 3.6 cm high, 55 ml.
• Serving pitcher: supplier-listed approximately 8.6 cm long x 9.1 cm high; its capacity is not confirmed.
• Strainer: supplier-listed approximately 8.5 cm wide x 5.2 cm high, with separate stand.
• Carrying case: supplier-listed approximately 38 x 24 x 11 cm.

Every option and its pictured configuration

ShiPiao - Ceramic Tea Set

Pictured configuration: One ShiPiao teapot with lid; Six patterned ceramic cups; One ceramic serving pitcher; Strainer bowl and separate stand; Grey fitted carrying case.

Approx. 12.5 cm long x 7.1 cm high; supplier-listed 200 ml

Six cups, supplier-listed 55 ml each

Pitcher capacity not confirmed

XiShi - Ceramic Tea Set

Pictured configuration: One XiShi teapot with lid; Six patterned ceramic cups; One ceramic serving pitcher; Strainer bowl and separate stand; Grey fitted carrying case.

Approx. 12.7 cm long x 7.3 cm high; supplier-listed 250 ml

Six cups, supplier-listed 55 ml each

Pitcher capacity not confirmed

Top-Handle - Ceramic Tea Set

Pictured configuration: One Top-Handle teapot with lid; Six patterned ceramic cups; One ceramic serving pitcher; Strainer bowl and separate stand; Grey fitted carrying case.

Approx. 10.4 cm long; 6.9 cm body height; supplier-listed 200 ml

Six cups, supplier-listed 55 ml each

Pitcher capacity not confirmed

XiShi tea arrangement

A closer view of the patterned ceramics and the selected source arrangement. Photography props are separate from the set.

ShiPiao tea arrangement

A closer view of the patterned ceramics and the selected source arrangement. Photography props are separate from the set.

Top-handle tea arrangement

A closer view of the patterned ceramics and the selected source arrangement. Photography props are separate from the set.

Top-handle pot detail

A closer view of the patterned ceramics and the selected source arrangement. Photography props are separate from the set.

Fitted carrying case

A closer view of the patterned ceramics and the selected source arrangement. Photography props are separate from the set.

Tea set dimensions

Compare the approximate dimensions of the three alternative teapot styles. Select one style; serving pitcher capacity is not confirmed.

ShiPiao packing illustration

The source packing illustration shows a ShiPiao teapot with lid, serving pitcher, strainer with stand, six cups and fitted case.

Open ShiPiao case

A closer view of the patterned ceramics and the selected source arrangement. Photography props are separate from the set.

Sharing tea

A closer view of the patterned ceramics and the selected source arrangement. Photography props are separate from the set.

XiShi overhead detail

A closer view of the patterned ceramics and the selected source arrangement. Photography props are separate from the set.

XiShi profile

A closer view of the patterned ceramics and the selected source arrangement. Photography props are separate from the set.

Preparing loose tea

A closer view of the patterned ceramics and the selected source arrangement. Photography props are separate from the set.

Strainer and stand

The matching strainer bowl rests on a separate stand when not in use.

Pouring through the strainer

Pour the brew through the strainer into the matching serving pitcher.

Serving into a cup

Use the shaped pouring lip to share tea among the cups.

Cup detail

Fine floral decoration continues around the small cylindrical cups.

Carrying case detail

A grey case with fitted compartments, an arched handle and gold-coloured hardware holds the set.

Side handle detail

A closer view of the patterned ceramics and the selected source arrangement. Photography props are separate from the set.

Spout detail

A closer view of the patterned ceramics and the selected source arrangement. Photography props are separate from the set.

Lid detail

A closer view of the patterned ceramics and the selected source arrangement. Photography props are separate from the set.

Use

Brew in the selected teapot, then pour through the strainer into the serving pitcher. Share the tea among the small cups; let hot tea cool to a comfortable drinking temperature. Hold hot vessels carefully and support lids when pouring.

Care

Hand-wash with mild detergent and a soft sponge, rinse and dry before storage. Avoid abrasives, impacts and sudden temperature changes. Stove, oven, microwave and dishwasher suitability have not been confirmed.

Helpful details

What comes with a selected set?

The source packing illustration shows one selected teapot with lid, one ceramic serving pitcher, a strainer with its stand, six cups and a fitted carrying case. Scene furniture, stone display blocks, books, tools and ornaments are not included.

Does one set include all three teapots?

No. Choose the ShiPiao, XiShi or top-handle option; the general size chart shows the alternative styles.

How large is the serving pitcher?

The supplier lists an approximate length of 8.6 cm and height of 9.1 cm. Conflicting capacity figures appear in the supplied charts, so a capacity is not confirmed.

Are the metallic motifs made of real gold or silver?

The photographs show metallic-coloured decoration, but precious metal content and the manufacturing process have not been verified.