On a tea table, the teapot and tea cups are undoubtedly the spotlight. The teapot, with its rounded body, steadily controls the rhythm of the tea soup, releasing the essence of the tea leaves to the fullest. The tea cups, delicate and small, hold the shimmering tea soup. The moment it touches the tongue, the rich and fragrant tea aroma blooms, intoxicating one. With the mellow tea served in beautiful utensils, everything in the world seems to reach a state of perfection, and the fatigue and distractions of life are left behind.
However, as time passes, nothing is constant. The scene of people leaving and the tea cooling is inevitable. Just as the hardships of life always need to be silently borne by someone, on this small tea table, the waste also needs to be taken care of by an item. And the Jian Shui is the one that silently tolerates and dedicates itself in a corner of the tea table.
When hearing the term "Jian Shui", most people will feel unfamiliar. Its main function is similar to that of a water basin. It is responsible for receiving the water from warming bowls and rinsing cups, as well as the residue and tea leaves after brewing. Some creative tea enthusiasts also like to use the Jian Shui as an improvised incense burner, adding a touch of quiet elegance to the tea set. But in fact, maintaining the cleanliness and dryness of the tea table, and keeping the tea set pleasing to the eye, is the core mission of the Jian Shui.
The difference between the Jian Shui and an ordinary water basin lies in that it is usually equipped with a lid. This lid is often designed to be hollowed out and has grooves. Such a delicate design allows the waste water to easily find the entrance and flow smoothly into the bowl. At the same time, it can subtly hide the waste water and tea stains. When pouring, it can also effectively prevent the waste water from splashing and ruining the beauty of the tea set. In this way, although the Jian Shui is a supporting role on the tea table, it undertakes the important function of "making the tea set elegant". It tolerates the dirt generated by other tea utensils, silently maintains the tidiness of the tea table, and perfectly interprets a spirit of tolerance.
In the fragrant Tongxin She Teahouse, today we would like to recommend two uniquely charming Jian Shui made of pure tin - HAITANG JIANSHUI and Qing He Jian Shui.
HAITANG JIANSHUI is like a begonia flower blooming on the tea table. It is made of pure tin, warm to the touch, and has a gentle texture. The begonia - shaped mouth is a unique design. Four petals stretch gracefully, with a dignified and generous shape, showing a gentle beauty. The ancient - coin - patterned water outlet is the finishing touch. The concave center implies that water brings wealth, adding a beautiful expectation to the tea - making process. When you pick it up, you can feel the perfect grip. It is of moderate size. Whether held with one hand or both hands, it can perfectly fit the flow of the palm and fingers, fully conforming to the ergonomic principle. The independent ring - shaped bottom is just like a flower stalk. It is not only practical but also adds a sense of agility and beauty to the overall shape, matching the body of the utensil perfectly. Its dimensions are 93.5mm * 82.5mm * 62mm, with a capacity of 250cc and a weight of 320g. Placed on the tea table, it is like a beautiful work of art, both practical and pleasing to the eye.
Qing He Jian Shui shows a different unique style. Also made of pure tin, with an octagonal sunflower - shaped mouth on the top - cover and bottom - base, it appears upright and straight. Its appearance has simple and smooth lines. Without too many elaborate decorations, it exudes a simple and beautiful temperament, being vigorous, handsome, and full of a sense of strength. The ancient - coin - patterned water outlet echoes that of HAITANG JIANSHUI. The concave center also contains a lucky meaning. As the number of uses increases, it becomes more and more simple and mellow, as if it has accumulated a unique charm in the precipitation of time. Placed on the tea table, its quiet and steady temperament comes to the fore. The utensil has a strong texture and matches harmoniously with the surrounding tea utensils. When in use, it is lightweight, convenient, and smooth in pouring. The color of the utensil body is in a medium - gray tone, and the slightly deep color further highlights its simplicity and naturalness. Its dimensions are 83mm * 70mm * 79mm, with a capacity of 250cc and a weight of 230g. Although it has the same capacity as HAITANG JIANSHUI, it has a completely different charm.
The Jian Shui always stands quietly in a corner of the tea set, neither impatient nor ostentatious, just like the state of mind we pursue when drinking tea - calm, clean, and relaxed. Whether it is spring, summer, autumn, or winter, whether it is for entertaining guests or for quiet self - reflection, drinking tea is always an excellent choice. As long as there is a Jian Shui accompanying the tea table, cleanliness and tidiness will always be there. Although it is not eye - catching, it silently guards the beauty of the tea set, just like those warm forces that silently contribute in life. Seemingly ordinary, they are indispensable.