An elegant tea setting draws its backbone from fine vessels and its soul from artistic charm. This Amber Deer‑Crane Floral Tea Boat unites ancient colour‑making techniques, hand‑carved craftsmanship and practical tea‑ceremony functionality. Within its compact form, it unfolds the scenery of mountain forests.
Ancient texts record traditional methods for creating amber hues. Pagoda‑tree seeds, cork‑tree bark and sappan‑wood are blended in different proportions to generate warm tones of varying layers.
Following the essence of these ancient recipes, this tea boat underwent repeated colour trials and adjustments, finally settling on this calm, mellow composite warm shade. Like solidified amber, it is gentle and restrained, neither garish nor harsh.
Artisans use knives as brushes to hand‑carve a flourishing floral‑forest scene on the vessel surface. Branches and blossoms sway in the wind, while graceful deer and cranes linger among flowers. The flowing patterns capture the ethereal poetry of wilderness, etched onto the outer wall of the tea boat. Every cut is deliberate; each flower and bird carries vivid posture. Resting on your table, it brings the serenity of an entire mountain grove to your tea mat.
Crafted in an oval shape with a spacious surface, it never overshadows other tea utensils nor looks cramped. It holds teapots and gaiwans steadily.
With a 600 ml water‑holding capacity, 16.5 cm diameter and 5.5 cm height, it features a tin lid and copper rim. Fully hand‑carved, it balances aesthetics and practicality for smooth waste‑water collection during daily tea brewing.
Tin and copper are reactive metals. Oxidation triggered by moisture and oxygen in the air is normal and unavoidable.
Tin surfaces may darken from oxidation. Polish gently with a soft cloth dipped in toothpaste, or use an abrasive nano‑sponge. If granular white tin rust appears, clean it promptly. A thin coat of olive oil after maintenance improves water resistance and luster.
Tin is soft. Avoid heavy squeezing, scratches and knocks. Proper care lets this vessel accompany your tea practice for years.
Brew your tea and cherish fine utensils.
Boasting antique‑style colouring and lively hand‑carving, this Amber Deer‑Crane Floral Tea Boat graces your tea mat and accompanies countless tea‑drinking moments.
Specifications
Craft: Hand‑carved, tin lid, copper rim
Size: Diameter 16.5 cm｜Height 5.5 cm
Water‑holding capacity: 600 ml