Tea Pet - Little Elephant
In many cultures, the elephant is considered a symbol of strength, wisdom, good fortune, and longevity. In Chinese tradition, it can also represent prosperity and protection.
Form and expression: The sturdy, friendly figure of the elephant lends itself well to the flowing lines of ceramic craftsmanship. Small details like a raised trunk or closed eyes give the piece character.
Tea pets – also called “Cha Chong” (茶宠) – are small figurines made of unglazed clay that enrich traditional Gongfu tea rituals. They sit on the tea tray, are regularly poured with hot tea during infusions, and develop a unique patina and personality over time.
Our selected tea pets are all hand-painted.
Height/ weight:
approx. 5 cm / 100 g
Use and care:
Cleaning: Do not use soap; only clear warm water and occasional rinsing. The goal is to preserve the developing patina, not to remove it.
We keep our range intentionally curated. We only include tea and equipment that completely convince us.
All of our teas have been tested by us and found to be delicious. They are excellently suited for ceremonial preparation with multiple infusions.
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