Celadon Egg, No. 5
Celadon Egg, No. 5
Glazed stoneware・Wood-fired・190ml
Ceramicist Liao Guo Hua works with a range of different clay bases and glazes, using long, five-day firings in wood kilns to draw out the uniqueness of each piece. This is one in a series of ten celadon pieces we commissioned in 2018 from Liao Guo Hua. This series features pale blue celadon glazing on the exterior, and a glazed interior. Each piece is then wood-fired for 5 days.
This egg-shaped tea pot has distinct coloration from the kiln. The exterior celadon glaze is smooth satin, with a band of dark iron spots around its equator, and on the elegant throated spout. The lid has a thicker accumulation of wood fly ash, giving it a dry matte texture. The interior is glazed. The lid has a ridge around its circumference, with a simple finial. Seven outlets for water evacuation. The foot of the teapot is unglazed, and signed by the artist.
Usage and care: Wood-fired pieces will season very slowly over time, though limited porosity allows for use of different tea types. Exterior of the teapot will deepen in color and develop a rich luster as it patinas. Hand-wash only without soap or detergent.
Approximate dimensions: 85mm tall, 70mm diameter, 190ml・Artist: 廖國華
Packaging Guide
Our teas come in your choice of resealable pouches or gift canisters—both are fully recyclable! Depending on the size of the tea leaves, our canisters can accommodate anywhere from 30g – 240g of loose tea. Plus, they make great gifts. |
Size chart
Size guide
More familiar with our old quantities? Here’s the conversion:
Metric quantities | Ounce equivalent | Servings |
30 grams (new size!) | 1.05 oz. | 5-8 |
60 grams | 2.10 oz. | 10-15 |
120 grams | 4.20 oz. | 20-30 |
240 grams | 8.46 oz. | 40-60 |