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Hand-Painted Koi Gaiwan Tea Set, Vintage Chinese Scholar Style

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A warm ivory gaiwan painted with an auspicious red-and-blue koi, made to bring movement and good fortune to the tea table.

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What buyers say about our teaware
★★★★★ Unreal glaze. The flambe glaze on this set is stunning — deep cobalt with these fiery streaks that no photo fully captures. Pours cleanly and the cups feel grea
★★★★★ My dad's new favorite. Bought this for my father who's been doing gongfu cha for decades, and he's picky. He said the crackle glaze is gorgeous and the pour is
★★★★ Pretty and practical. Lovely tumbler, the raised floral design is really nice to touch. Keeps my tea warm and the straw is handy for work. 4 stars because the l

Description

A warm ivory gaiwan painted with an auspicious red-and-blue koi, made to bring movement and good fortune to the tea table.

Product Story

This retro porcelain gaiwan is hand-painted with a lively koi fish swimming through blue waves and cloud motifs. The ivory glaze, cobalt accents, red koi details, and traditional key-fret foot band create a nostalgic folk-art feeling while keeping the piece elegant enough for daily gongfu tea.

Key Features

  • Ivory glazed gaiwan with lid and matching saucer
  • Hand-painted koi motif symbolizing good fortune and vitality
  • Blue wave, cloud, and key-fret details for a classic Chinese look
  • Warm vintage character with collectible tea-table presence
  • A functional tea vessel and an expressive display piece

Use / Styling Ideas

Place it on a warm wooden tray with an iron kettle, calligraphy scroll, or simple linen cloth. The koi design adds color and meaning without overwhelming a traditional tea setup.

Gift / Collector Note

A charming gift for tea lovers, koi collectors, and anyone who enjoys auspicious handmade design.

Add a little good fortune to the next cup.

Specifications

Capacity / Set 140 milliliters
Material Ceramic
Care Hand wash gently and avoid sudden temperature changes.

Care

Handle gently, clean with a soft cloth, and avoid sudden temperature swings.

The koi curls red-and-blue across warm ivory, with wave and key-fret borders doing the quiet classical work around it. Koi carry the ‘fortune and perseverance’ brief, so this gaiwan gets bought for promotions and new ventures. 140 ml, comfortable in one hand.

— Qingci Studio

FAQ

What does the koi stand for?+
In Chinese tradition the koi swims against the current — perseverance rewarded, good fortune arriving. A well-wishing motif for the tea table.
Is each koi painted the same?+
The red-and-blue koi is hand-painted, so fin sweep and brush pressure vary a little between pieces — the sign of a brush, not a decal.
What occasions suit it as a gift?+
Promotions, graduations, new ventures — moments where 'swimming upstream' has just paid off. The scholar-style ivory glaze keeps it elegant.