Red Lotus Scroll Gaiwan – 150 ml, Gilded Knob

A blue-and-white gaiwan with lotus scroll vines and red-centered lotus flowers. It comes as bowl, lid and saucer, holds about 150 ml and has a gilded lid knob. Fired above 1300°C.

• Set: 1 gaiwan bowl, 1 lid, 1 saucer
• Material: porcelain
• Decoration: lotus scroll in blue with red lotus, gilded knob
• Capacity: gaiwan about 150 ml

Dimensions and capacity

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.

What is blue-and-white porcelain?

Blue-and-white is the classic Chinese porcelain style: cobalt-blue motifs on a white glaze. On this set the blue pattern is fired onto the porcelain, so it stays clear and does not wear off with normal hand washing.

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

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 read the Gongfu tea set guide for beginners.