Celestial Elegance for Spiritual Tea Rituals

Elevate your tea experience with the Dunhuang Flying Apsaras Ceramic Gaiwan Tea Cup, a profound addition to your spiritual home accents collection. This exquisite ceremonial teacup captures the ethereal grace of the Flying Apsaras—celestial beings from ancient Buddhist art—bringing divine energy to your daily tea ritual. Crafted with meticulous attention to detail, this zen-inspired home piece transforms an ordinary moment into a sacred experience of mindfulness and connection.

The traditional Sancai design of this Gaiwan represents a symbolic trinity—the lid symbolizes heaven, the saucer represents earth, and the cup embodies humanity. This meditation space design element creates perfect harmony for contemplative tea sessions that nourish both body and spirit.

Ancient Symbolism in Modern Tea Ceremonies

Dating back to ancient Chinese traditions, the Gaiwan tea cup functions as both brewing vessel and serving cup. The Flying Apsaras motif draws inspiration from the famous Dunhuang cave murals, depicting heavenly beings who bring blessings and artistic beauty to your mindful interior design. Each piece honors the spiritual significance of the tea ceremony as a practice of presence and awareness.

Beyond its spiritual symbolism, this cup offers practical benefits for tea enthusiasts. The lid serves as both cover and strainer, while also maintaining temperature for longer brewing periods. This authentic spiritual home decor piece balances function with profound meaning, making it perfect for collectors and practitioners alike.

Artisanal Craftsmanship for Energy Balance

Each Gaiwan is meticulously crafted from high-quality ceramic with the traditional high-temperature firing process. This meticulous technique ensures durability while creating subtle variations that make each piece uniquely yours. The delicate glaze and detailed Flying Apsaras motif showcase exceptional artisanship that honors ancient spiritual traditions.

Available in two thoughtful sizes—a 150ml Gaiwan complete with lid and saucer (8.8cm × 9cm) or a smaller 50ml cup (7cm × 6cm)—this versatile piece adapts to various tea ceremonies and personal preferences. The larger Gaiwan provides the complete traditional experience, while the smaller cup offers a more intimate communion with your favorite teas.

Product Features

• Complete Gaiwan Set: Cup, lid, and saucer (Sancai design)
• Material: High-fired ceramic with artistic glaze
• Large Size: 8.8cm × 9cm with 150ml capacity (approx. 3.5 in × 3.5 in)
• Small Size: 7cm × 6cm with 50ml capacity (approx. 2.8 in × 2.4 in)
• Design: Flying Apsaras motif inspired by Dunhuang cave art
• Function: Brewing vessel and serving cup in one
• Heat retention properties for optimal tea infusion
• Handcrafted with natural variations making each piece unique

Creating Sacred Moments Through Tea Ritual

Transform your daily tea practice into a spiritual ceremony with this intentional piece. Perfect for feng shui accents in meditation spaces, tea rooms, or as a centerpiece in your home sanctuary. The Dunhuang Flying Apsaras Gaiwan becomes a vessel not just for tea but for connection to ancient wisdom and present moment awareness.

This ceremonial cup makes a meaningful gift for spiritual practitioners, tea enthusiasts, or those seeking to bring more mindfulness into daily life. Pair with our Tableware or Statues & Figurines collections to create a complete sacred space for contemplation and rejuvenation.

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