Tea boats, also known as a "cha chuan" or "cha pan," are a gongfu tea brewing accessory.
These elegant vessels are designed to catch excess water and tea during the brewing process and can provide a stable platform for your teapot, fairness jug, and teacups.
Our handmade tea boats are crafted by Pippa Spreadbury from stoneware and glazed in tones that represent the natural world. Our tea boats enhance both the functionality and the aesthetics of the tea brewing experience.
The Tenmoku glaze, renowned for its rich, lustrous finish, covers the bowls in deep, captivating hues that range from velvety blacks to warm, reddish-browns. This ancient glazing technique, originally from China and perfected in Japan, creates a mesmerising interplay of colours and textures, with subtle speckles and streaks that add depth and character to each piece.
Every Tenmoku glaze tea boat is unique, with its own distinct patterns and variations, making it a one-of-a-kind piece of art.
