【INCENSE.TEA HOUSE】Hsiao Fang Pottery Arts Master Cai Xiaofang's Baby Play Teapot and Tea Tray Gift Set

Hsiao Fang Pottery Arts | Master Tsai Hsiao-fang

Classic Underglaze Blue "Children at Play" Teapot Stand (Boxed Set)

Vessel Curation / Classic Underglaze Blue "Children at Play" Teapot Stand

Taipei, Taiwan・Hsiao Fang Pottery Arts

Curatorial Notes

Innocence meets ink harmony. Drawing inspiration from the imperial Chenghua and Jiajing wares of the Ming Dynasty, Master Tsai Hsiao-fang employs the intricate "fenshui" (ink wash) shading technique, layering cobalt pigments into subtle gradations of tonal depth. The lively, innocent children at play symbolize joy, harmony, and vitality. Rendered with fluid, unadorned brushwork, imperial court elegance transforms into an effortless, living presence across the tea space.

Vessel Form & Tea Space Aesthetics

• Mutton-Fat Jade Luster & Mellow Glaze: Crafted from dense, refined white porcelain, the surface offers a warm, jade-like touch free from harsh kiln glare. Nourished by tea and gentle handling, the glaze deepens with age, illuminating the cobalt blue with translucent clarity.

• Harmonious Void & Structural Form: The gently gathered rim catches water with quiet stability, providing a grounded base for Zhuni teapots and artisanal wares. Intentional negative space frames the composition; once the teapot is placed, it rests naturally within the painting of a tranquil Jiangnan garden.

Specifications

• Craftsmanship: Hand-thrown & trimmed / High-temperature reduction firing / Imperial hand-painted blue & white ("fenshui" technique) / Refined mineral porcelain clay

• Set Includes: Teapot stand × 1 (Exclusive boxed set)

• Dimensions: Diameter approx. 16.3 cm / Height approx. 2.3 cm

• Recommended Uses: Dry brewing teapot stand, display platform for tea implements, and serving plate for tea confections

  
  

Tea Master's Note:

A wash of cobalt unfolds in five tonal hues; quiet innocence graces the tea space.

As the water boils and tea runs clear, purity finds its realm within a garden in miniature.

Interested parties please send a private message or call Mr. Wu at 098 9368 725

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