{"product_id":"antique-chinese-ceramics-134","title":"TEAPOT, Dehua Ware \/ Gurindama, white porcelain, Qing Dynasty（1616–1911CE）","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis exquisite teapot, known as \"Gurindama,\" is crafted from white porcelain at the Dehua kiln in Fujian Province during the mid to late Qing Dynasty. The rounded yet taut form of the body gently expands, featuring a stout and short spout that adds a sense of refinement to the overall design. The high, elegantly rising lid is topped with a finial resembling a jewel, reminiscent of the finial of a Buddhist stupa, imbuing the pristine luster of the white porcelain with a serene tension.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe Dehua kiln, established during the Song Dynasty, gained prominence in the late Ming to Qing periods for producing exceptionally pure white porcelain, often referred to as \"Chinese white.\" Particularly during the Qing Dynasty, the soft hues known as \"ivory white\" and \"lard white,\" characterized by their milky glaze and fine clay body, were highly cherished. This unblemished beauty was exported to Europe, where it was celebrated as \"blanc de Chine.\" The porcelain body contains fine air bubbles, contributing to its translucency, while the high firing temperature results in a remarkable density and clarity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis piece stands out even among the distinguished Dehua white porcelain. Unlike the more common religious artifacts such as Buddhist statues and incense burners, this teapot embodies a practical form, adopting the Gurindama style. It was custom-made for Japanese tea practitioners during the flourishing of the sencha tea ceremony from the late Edo period to the Meiji era. Unlike the porous Yixing teapots, the non-porous white porcelain was sought for its versatility with various types of tea. The glaze exhibits a pure sheen, softly reflecting even the slightest shadows, revealing a depth of milky white within the light.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe robust spout not only ensures excellent pouring but also gently tempers the tension inherent in the white porcelain material. By minimizing decoration and adhering to a form that is sufficiently functional for brewing tea, this piece resonates with the principles of Japanese sencha culture. The spirit of valuing understated elegance over ostentation is harmoniously integrated with the clear texture of the porcelain, exuding a quiet presence without uttering a word. Subtle traces of the artisan's craftsmanship, distinct from those of Yixing teapots, remain in the delicate fluctuations of the glaze, conveying the breath of the maker to the present day.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"ROCANIIRU COLLECTION","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50992915743001,"sku":null,"price":2906.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0688\/9911\/1193\/files\/2025070410735_01059d16-b3a6-41c4-a1c7-4dbb49b9fc33.jpg?v=1752152702","url":"https:\/\/rcnir.com\/en-nz\/products\/antique-chinese-ceramics-134","provider":"入蘆花（ロカニイル）","version":"1.0","type":"link"}