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Ivory Ru Glaze Gaiwan – Straight or Flared Shape

Name: Ivory Ru Glaze Gaiwan – Straight or Flared Shape
Brand: Tealibere
SKU: MS2097608464-01

$56.00

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Shape: Straight

Straight Flared

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Product Specification

An ivory-white Ru glaze gaiwan with a matte, buttery surface and a purple-gold rim. It combines Dehua kaolin with a Ru-style glaze, so it shows Ru crackle on a white body. Choose a straight shape or a flared shape.

Set: 1 gaiwan bowl, 1 lid, 1 saucer
Material: Dehua kaolin porcelain with Ru-style glaze
Decoration: ivory crackle glaze, purple-gold rim
Origin: Dehua, Fujian, China
Capacity: straight gaiwan (brimful 210 ml) about 180 ml; flared gaiwan (brimful 170 ml) about 140 ml
Choose from: 2 shapes

Dimensions and capacity

Piece	Size	Capacity
Straight gaiwan (brimful 210 ml)	3.8 in diameter × 3.9 in H (9.7 × 10 cm)	about 180 ml / 6.1 US fl oz
Flared gaiwan (brimful 170 ml)	3.7 in diameter × 3.5 in H (9.5 × 9 cm)	about 140 ml / 4.7 US fl oz

Measurements are taken by hand from the supplier's specification and may vary slightly.

How to brew with the gaiwan

Add leaves to the gaiwan, pour in hot water and cover. To serve, tilt the lid slightly to hold back the leaves and pour through the gap into the cups. The flared rim stays cooler than the bowl, so hold the gaiwan by the rim and lid knob. Capacities in the table are practical brewing volumes; brimful capacity is a little higher.

What is Ru glaze?

Ru glaze is a soft, satin glaze inspired by Song dynasty Ru ware, usually in pale sky-blue, celadon or cream tones. Fine crackle lines can appear in the glaze over time as tea seeps in, so the surface slowly changes with use. This is a normal feature of the glaze, not a defect.

Who it is for

This gaiwan brews for two to three people per infusion. It suits beginners learning Gongfu tea and experienced drinkers who want a neutral vessel for oolong, green, white and black teas, and it makes a thoughtful gift for a tea lover. Pair it with small tasting cups and a fairness pitcher.

Care

Rinse the gaiwan with warm water after use and let it dry before storing. Avoid sudden hot-to-cold temperature changes, and hand wash to protect the glaze and decoration.

Frequently asked questions

What is the difference between the shapes?

The straight gaiwan is taller with near-vertical sides and holds more. The flared gaiwan has an outward-turned rim that is easier on the fingers when pouring.

Is a gaiwan hard to use?

It takes a few tries. Fill it about three-quarters full, hold the rim with your thumb and middle finger, keep the lid slightly open with your index finger and pour in one smooth motion. The flared rim stays cooler than the bowl.

Does it come with cups?

No. This listing is the gaiwan only (see the photos and option for whether a saucer is included). Pair it with small tasting cups and a fairness pitcher.

Compare more gaiwans, or browse celadon and Ru glaze teaware, or read the Gongfu tea set guide for beginners.

Shipping Information

We ship worldwide.

Free standard shipping on orders of US$59 or more. Orders below US$59 are charged US$7.90 for standard shipping.

Orders are processed in 1-3 business days. Standard shipping usually takes 7–15 days after dispatch to the US and 20–25 days to Mexico; other countries see the estimate at checkout.

Returns Policy

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If you need help with an order, contact us before sending items back so we can confirm eligibility and next steps.

Good fit if

You want one neutral vessel for several tea styles and more control over leaf opening and steep timing.

Check

Capacity, wall thickness, bowl shape, lid grip, and whether porcelain, glass, or clay suits your tea habits.

How to use

Start with smaller leaf amounts, hold the lid slightly open, and pour into a fairness pitcher or cups with a steady hand.

Care

Rinse after each session. Porcelain and glazed gaiwans are usually the easiest to keep neutral and clean.

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Quick Overview

What is this? Ivory Ru Glaze Gaiwan – Straight or Flared Shape — gaiwan.

Price: From $56.00 · In Stock

Shipping: Orders are processed in 1–3 business days. Standard transit is usually 7–15 days after dispatch to the US and 20–25 days to Mexico; other countries show their estimate at checkout. Standard shipping is free worldwide on orders of US$59 or more; orders below US$59 are US$7.90, or the local-currency equivalent shown at checkout.

Returns: Request an eligible return within 14 days of delivery. Items must be unused and in new condition; returns are by mail, the restocking fee is 0%, exchanges are not offered, and approved refunds are processed within 14 days.