{"title":"Dai Teaware","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003ePrecious hand-made ceramics by our trusted artists Qiu Laoshi 邱老师 and Zhang Laoshi 张老师: one represents innovation and contemporary concepts, the other is the guardian of the cultural tradition.\u003c\/div\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"dai-cup-handle-wood","title":"Delicate carvings, 140ml Dai cup","description":"A beautifully carved cup with handle, that resembles an encounter between wood and ceramic. \u003cbr\u003eIt is unglazed, the rim is curved and the clay feels soft, suitable for creamy infusions. The handle is large and roughly curved, following the concept of natural wood made with ceramic. \u003cbr\u003e","brand":"Eastern Leaves Selected","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43558008389792,"sku":"ZLC140DC","price":178.0,"currency_code":"CNY","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0608\/0485\/8016\/products\/DSCF4592.jpg?v=1678935168"},{"product_id":"dai-teaware-cup-white-open","title":"Earthen Lotus, 50ml Dai cup","description":"\u003cp\u003eA pure dai clay open-cup, ideal for bright liquors, either for young pu'er shengpu, green tea or white tea.\u003cbr\u003eIt is a balanced cup, with a very delicate texture that reveals itself through the infusion of your leaves.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Eastern Leaves Selected","offers":[{"title":"Lotus of the Valley 甸心莲","offer_id":58559772000416,"sku":"QLC50WL-1","price":280.0,"currency_code":"CNY","in_stock":true},{"title":"Layered Lotus 重莲盏","offer_id":58559772033184,"sku":"QLC50WL-2","price":280.0,"currency_code":"CNY","in_stock":true},{"title":"two cups","offer_id":58559772065952,"sku":"QLC50WL-3","price":520.0,"currency_code":"CNY","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0608\/0485\/8016\/files\/DSCF7655.jpg?v=1785306729"},{"product_id":"marbled-handle-dai-cup","title":"Marbled handle, 155ml Dai cup","description":"The pattern of this cup resembles a cliff with golden sunshine; or the clear, fast stream of a valley river.\u003cbr\u003eThe pattern is decorated by hand, and the glaze is smooth and soft; the rim is regular, thin, and the handle welcomes one or two fingers.\u003cbr\u003e","brand":"Eastern Leaves Selected","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47139689005216,"sku":"ZLC155MH","price":200.0,"currency_code":"CNY","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0608\/0485\/8016\/files\/DSCF7056.jpg?v=1696730003"},{"product_id":"side-handle-dai-teapot","title":"Side-handle 210ml Dai teapot","description":"A hand-crafted Dai culture teapot with medium capacity. \u003cbr\u003eIt has a slightly coarse finish, with earthy feelings; its details are well-curated, and it has an accurate and quick spill. It doesn't have additional inner-filter. \u003cbr\u003eIt is advised for all the Daye Yunnanese teas, for Gongfucha sessions. \u003cbr\u003e","brand":"Eastern Leaves Selected","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47143457554592,"sku":"QLT210SH","price":650.0,"currency_code":"CNY","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0608\/0485\/8016\/files\/DSCF7025.jpg?v=1696751255"},{"product_id":"midnight-grain-170-ml-dai-gaiwan","title":"Midnight Grain - 170 ml Dai Gaiwan","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis  handmade Chinese gaiwan is a unique piece, crafted\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e by Master Zhang using natural red clay sourced from \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJǐnghóng\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e 景洪\u003c\/strong\u003e,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e in Xishuangbanna Dai Autonomous Prefecture.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis elegant  gaiwan, features a deep, charcoal-black body contrasted by a textured, earthy band encircling its midsection. The design exudes a refined simplicity. The grain-like etching in the band reflects the artisanal touch and natural inspiration.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Eastern Leaves","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52098395603104,"sku":"","price":370.0,"currency_code":"CNY","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0608\/0485\/8016\/files\/handcrafted-black-dai-gaiwan-DSCF7744.jpg?v=1735801600"},{"product_id":"obsidian-dragon-210-ml-dai-gaiwan","title":"Obsidian Dragon - 180 ml Dai Gaiwan","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis  handmade Chinese gaiwan is a unique piece, crafted\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e by Master Zhang using natural red clay sourced from \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJǐnghóng\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e 景洪\u003c\/strong\u003e,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e in Xishuangbanna Dai Autonomous Prefecture.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eThe hand-carved designs are inspired by traditional Dai patterns and characters. The deep charcoal hue exudes sophistication, while the craftsmanship reflects the artistry of the Dai minority. \u003c\/span\u003eThe band encircling the gaiwan features a delicate pattern resembling overlapping petals, almost like dragon scales, symbolizing balance and harmony. The finely carved ring detail at the base adds a subtle refinement, creating a flowing symmetry that enhances the gaiwan’s graceful profile.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Eastern Leaves","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52102096257184,"sku":"","price":400.0,"currency_code":"CNY","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0608\/0485\/8016\/files\/traditional-teaware-gaiwan-DSCF7879.jpg?v=1733713037"},{"product_id":"golden-serenity-160-ml-dai-gaiwan","title":"Golden Serenity - 160 ml Dai Gaiwan","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis  handmade Chinese gaiwan is a unique piece, crafted\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e by Master Zhang using natural red clay sourced from \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJǐnghóng\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e 景洪\u003c\/strong\u003e,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e in Xishuangbanna Dai Autonomous Prefecture.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSkillfully handmade, the piece is adorned with intricate hand-carved patterns that evoke the flowing, dynamic lines and overlapping beauty of phoenix feathers, cherished in Dai culture, symbolizing renewal and grace in nature. The engraved golden designs glow softly against the deep, earthy tones of the gaiwan, exuding an air of elegance.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Eastern Leaves","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52102127091872,"sku":"","price":350.0,"currency_code":"CNY","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0608\/0485\/8016\/files\/engraved-gaiwan-DSCF7883.jpg?v=1733716513"},{"product_id":"sunset-radiance-90-ml-dai-cup","title":"Sunset Radiance - 90 ml Dai Cup","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis Gongfu Cha cup features a warm gradient of browns and gold that recalls the richness of fertile earth and the colors of a sunset sky.\u003cbr\u003eThe carved leaf patterns inspire thoughts of a peaceful walk in nature at dusk, bringing a sense of serenity to each tea session. Its earthy tones shift subtly with the changing light, creating a dynamic interplay of colors that reflects the beauty of the natural world.\u003cbr\u003eIt belong to the same series of \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.easternleaves.asia\/products\/sunset-twilight-90-ml-dai-cup\" title=\"handcrafted teacup\"\u003ethis cup\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Eastern Leaves","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52104538587296,"sku":"","price":250.0,"currency_code":"CNY","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0608\/0485\/8016\/files\/DSCF7800.jpg?v=1733821731"},{"product_id":"sunset-twilight-90-ml-dai-cup","title":"Sunset Twilight - 90 ml Dai Cup","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eThis Gongfu Cha cup features a warm gradient of browns and gold that recalls the richness of fertile earth and the colors of a sunset sky.\u003cbr\u003eThe carved leaf patterns inspire thoughts of a peaceful walk in nature at dusk, bringing a sense of serenity to each tea session. Its earthy tones shift subtly with the changing light, creating a dynamic interplay of colors that reflects the beauty of the natural world.\u003cbr\u003eIt belong to the same series of \u003ca title=\"handcrafted teacup\" href=\"https:\/\/www.easternleaves.asia\/products\/sunset-radiance-90-ml-dai-cup\"\u003ethis cup\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Eastern Leaves","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52104551202976,"sku":"","price":250.0,"currency_code":"CNY","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0608\/0485\/8016\/files\/DSCF7801.jpg?v=1733821774"},{"product_id":"blossom-lotus-60-ml-dai-cup","title":"Blossom lotus 落灰釉傣陶杯- 60 ml Dai Cup","description":"\u003cp\u003eHandcrafted by ethnic Dai artisan in Yunnan, this delicate tea cup carries the millennia-old primitive pottery craft of the Dai people, finished with \u003cstrong\u003enatural falling-ash glaze\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cem\u003e(落灰釉\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e luò huī yòu)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cem\u003e \u003c\/em\u003ethat forms one-of-a-kind earthy colour gradients across its surface.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eNatural falling-ash glaze\u003c\/b\u003e is a unique ceramic glaze formed during wood firing. \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eAll clay cups are unglazed before put inside the wood-fire kiln. As the wood burns, fine ash floats through the air and softly settles on the surface of the clay. When the temperature inside reaches an extreme heat of over \u003cb\u003e1,200°C\u003c\/b\u003e, this tiny flying ash melts into glass right on the clay itself, creating the glittering we see on the cup. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo chemical paint or pre-applied liquid glaze is used—it is created entirely by the organic reaction between wood, fire, and heat.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach cup shows two different kind of visual textures:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eSesame Ash (芝麻落灰)\u003c\/b\u003e: Occurs in areas with slightly lower temperatures or on the side facing away from direct flames. Here, the wood ash melts only partially, leaving behind fine, scattered, rough-textured specks that resemble tiny sesame seeds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eVitreous Glaze \u0026amp; Flowing Drips (玻化釉面与流釉)\u003c\/b\u003e: Occurs where heat is at its peak and ash accumulates heavily. The ash melts completely into a smooth, glossy, glass-like surface. Driven by gravity, the molten glaze flows downward to form dynamic \"tear-like\" drip marks and rich crystalline patterns.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003ci\u003eHandcrafted by\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cu\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.easternleaves.asia\/collections\/teaware\/products\/sunset-radiance-90-ml-dai-cup#artist\"\u003eMrs. Zhang Laoshi\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/u\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDai culture pottery artist\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Eastern Leaves","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58558479827104,"sku":null,"price":200.0,"currency_code":"CNY","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0608\/0485\/8016\/files\/DSCF7533.jpg?v=1785229140"},{"product_id":"blossom-wave-落灰釉傣陶杯-90-ml-dai-cup","title":"Blossom wave 落灰釉傣陶杯- 90 ml Dai Cup","description":"\u003cp\u003eHandcrafted by ethnic Dai artisan in Yunnan, this delicate tea cup carries the millennia-old primitive pottery craft of the Dai people, finished with \u003cstrong\u003enatural falling-ash glaze\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cem\u003e(落灰釉\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e luò huī yòu)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cem\u003e \u003c\/em\u003ethat forms one-of-a-kind earthy colour gradients across its surface.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eNatural falling-ash glaze\u003c\/b\u003e is a unique ceramic glaze formed during wood firing. \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eAll clay cups are unglazed before put inside the wood-fire kiln. As the wood burns, fine ash floats through the air and softly settles on the surface of the clay. When the temperature inside reaches an extreme heat of over \u003cb\u003e1,200°C\u003c\/b\u003e, this tiny flying ash melts into glass right on the clay itself, creating the glittering we see on the cup. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo chemical paint or pre-applied liquid glaze is used—it is created entirely by the organic reaction between wood, fire, and heat.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach cup shows two different kind of visual textures:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eSesame Ash (芝麻落灰)\u003c\/b\u003e: Occurs in areas with slightly lower temperatures or on the side facing away from direct flames. Here, the wood ash melts only partially, leaving behind fine, scattered, rough-textured specks that resemble tiny sesame seeds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eVitreous Glaze \u0026amp; Flowing Drips (玻化釉面与流釉)\u003c\/b\u003e: Occurs where heat is at its peak and ash accumulates heavily. The ash melts completely into a smooth, glossy, glass-like surface. Driven by gravity, the molten glaze flows downward to form dynamic \"tear-like\" drip marks and rich crystalline patterns.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Eastern Leaves","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58558506434720,"sku":null,"price":200.0,"currency_code":"CNY","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0608\/0485\/8016\/files\/DSCF7528.jpg?v=1785231363"},{"product_id":"emerald-forest-160-ml-dai-gaiwan","title":"Frosted Mountain - 160 ml Dai Gaiwan","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis  handmade Chinese gaiwan is a unique piece, crafted\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e by Master Zhang using natural red clay sourced from \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJǐnghóng\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e 景洪\u003c\/strong\u003e,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e in Xishuangbanna Dai Autonomous Prefecture.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts body is carved with continuous geometric herringbone relief patterns, \u003cstrong\u003emimicking layered mountain ridges and cascading terraced farmlands that stretch across Yunnan’s terrain.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe vessel undergoes two precise firing phases: first a plain bisque firing to solidify the raw indigenous clay, followed by manual glaze application and a second high-temperature firing. The creamy off-white glaze is hand-dipped and poured over the textured body on purpose, flowing down naturally to form uneven, streaky drapes that cling to the embossed lines—just like thin morning frost slowly sliding over layered mountain slopes. \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Eastern Leaves","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58559630377120,"sku":null,"price":440.0,"currency_code":"CNY","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0608\/0485\/8016\/files\/DSCF7539.jpg?v=1785299373"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0608\/0485\/8016\/collections\/DSCF3502.jpg?v=1678938889","url":"https:\/\/www.easternleaves.asia\/en-jp\/collections\/dai-teaware\/qiu-laoshi.oembed","provider":"Eastern Leaves","version":"1.0","type":"link"}