{"product_id":"dawn-mist-jingdezhen-wood-fired-porcelain-gaiwan","title":"“Dawn Mist” Jingdezhen Wood-Fired Porcelain Gaiwan","description":"\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis elegant Jingdezhen gaiwan is wood-fired and finished with a softly variegated glaze that shifts between ivory, pale blue, smoky gray, and warm peach tones. The overall effect is subtle and atmospheric, with the colors appearing almost layered across the surface rather than sharply separated.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe body has a tall, slightly flared profile that gives the gaiwan a refined, upright appearance while still remaining comfortable to handle. The lid sits neatly within the rim, and the broad saucer provides a stable base for brewing and serving.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat makes this piece especially appealing is the way the glaze changes from one area to another. The upper body is predominantly pale cream and blue-white, while a misty blue-gray band gathers around the lower portion of the bowl. The rim and saucer develop warmer peach and rust-toned edges, creating a pleasing contrast against the cooler body. The lid repeats the same palette, with a soft radiating blue-white center surrounded by warmer tones near the edge.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBecause the gaiwan is wood-fired, variations in heat, flame path, ash, and kiln atmosphere contribute to the final surface. Areas exposed differently within the kiln can develop subtle shifts in color, speckling, flashing, and glaze depth. These variations are not applied decoration; they emerge naturally during the firing process and give each piece its own individual character.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe interior is finished in a warm, softly mottled glaze that complements the exterior while remaining practical for everyday brewing. The lighter interior also makes it easy to observe the color and clarity of the tea liquor.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis is a versatile gaiwan well suited to gongfu brewing of pu-erh, oolong, black tea, white tea, and other teas where a neutral ceramic brewing vessel is preferred.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAbout the Firing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eJingdezhen is one of China’s most famous centers of ceramic production, with a history of porcelain making extending back many centuries. In wood firing, the kiln atmosphere is less uniform than in modern electric or gas firing. Flame, ash, temperature, and the location of each piece within the kiln can all influence the final appearance.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAs a result, each gaiwan will show slight differences in its blue, cream, gray, and peach coloration, as well as small variations in speckling and surface character. These natural differences are part of the appeal of wood-fired ceramics and make every piece unique.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn Summary\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eName:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e “Dawn Mist” Jingdezhen Wood-Fired Porcelain Gaiwan\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Jingdezhen, Jiangxi, China\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Porcelain\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFiring:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Wood-fired\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGlaze:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Variegated blue-white, gray, cream, and warm peach tones\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCharacter:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Soft, atmospheric, and naturally varied\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUse:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Gongfu tea brewing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVolume: \u003c\/strong\u003e95ml (+\/- 10ml, measured to the brim)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEach gaiwan will vary slightly in color, glaze movement, and surface appearance as a natural result of the wood-firing process.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e** pictured cups \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/yunnansourcing.com\/products\/turquoise-ember-jingdezhen-wood-fired-porcelain-tea-cups\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003esold separately here!\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Yunnan Sourcing Tea Shop","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47035640316103,"sku":null,"price":82.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0586\/9817\/files\/DSC_6853.jpg?v=1787527426","url":"https:\/\/yunnansourcing.com\/en-sg\/products\/dawn-mist-jingdezhen-wood-fired-porcelain-gaiwan","provider":"Yunnan Sourcing Tea Shop","version":"1.0","type":"link"}