Pig Knob Gaiwan Black Box Glass Mud 120ml
Item details
- Cleaning instructions
- Hand wash only
- Color pattern
- Black and Gray
- Style
- Minimalist and Rustic
- Tableware material
- Ceramic
The wide, flared bowl tapers to a sturdy foot ring, while the flat lid is topped by a whimsical pig with floppy ears, indented eyes, and a lighter tan snout. A small carved mouth gives the pig a cheerful expression. Visible tool marks and slight asymmetries emphasize the organic, handmade character, and the interior shares the same speckled texture as the exterior.
Key features
Unglazed matte finish with dense sandy speckles
Hand-sculpted pig knob with contrasting clay features
Classic gaiwan shape with flared rim and foot ring
Type: Gaiwan tea bowl
Capacity: 120ml
Materials: Black box glass mud ceramic
Finish: Matte, unglazed, charcoal gray with light speckles
This gaiwan is meant for brewing and serving tea directly, with the lid used to strain leaves as you pour. Its rustic, sculptural look pairs well with simple ceramic cups or a natural wood tea tray. The piece fits comfortably in one hand, roughly the size of a small orange.
Occasions
Daily tea brewing at home or work
A conversation piece for tea gatherings with friends
A thoughtful gift for someone who enjoys whimsical ceramics
Display on a shelf or sideboard when not in use
Care
Hand wash gently with mild soap and water, avoiding abrasive scrubbers
Dry thoroughly after each use to maintain the unglazed surface
Store with the lid off to allow air circulation and prevent odor buildup
This piece is handmade, so small variations in shape, texture, and the pig’s expression are natural and part of its charm.
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A closer look
This handcrafted tea bowl, known as a gaiwan, is composed of a bowl, a lid, and a decorative knob, all formed from a dark, coarse-grained ceramic material identified as black box glass mud. The entire piece exhibits a highly tactile, unglazed surface with a matte finish, characterized by a dense distribution of light-colored, sandy inclusions that create a rough, granular texture reminiscent of volcanic rock or coarse stoneware. The primary color is a deep, charcoal gray or off-black, with the lighter speckles providing a subtle, speckled contrast. The bowl itself features a classic gaiwan silhouette with a wide, flared rim that tapers down to a sturdy, slightly raised foot ring. The lid is a simple, flat disc that fits within the bowl's rim, and its top surface is dominated by a hand-sculpted knob in the form of a whimsical, cartoonish pig.
The pig knob is the focal point of the design, rendered in the same dark ceramic body but with contrasting, lighter tan or beige clay used for its facial features. The pig has a round, spherical head with two small, floppy ears attached to the sides. Its face is composed of two circular, indented eyes and a prominent, oval-shaped snout with two small nostrils, all made from the lighter clay. A small, open mouth is carved below the snout, giving the pig a surprised or cheerful expression. The craftsmanship is intentionally rustic and organic, with visible tool marks and slight asymmetries that emphasize its handmade nature. The lid's underside, visible when removed, shows a concentric, unglazed ring where it contacts the bowl, and the interior of the bowl shares the same coarse, speckled texture as the exterior. The overall aesthetic is one of rustic, wabi-sabi charm, combining functional tea ware with playful, sculptural art. The piece has a capacity of 120ml.
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