Cloisonné-Inspired Enamel Gaiwan — 200 mL

Jewel-toned colour. Golden detail. A richly decorated three-piece gaiwan for attentive loose-leaf tea.

Discover the Cloisonné-Inspired Enamel Gaiwan, a semi-handcrafted ceramic tea vessel from Dehua, China, combining the traditional Chinese lid, bowl and saucer form with richly layered enamel-style decoration.

With an approximate 200 mL capacity, the gaiwan features deep red, emerald green, cobalt blue and black decorative panels framed by golden-toned lines and detailed botanical motifs.

The bright ceramic ground brings light between the stronger colours, helping the ornate surface remain balanced rather than visually heavy.

Designed for loose-leaf tea, repeated infusions and Gongfu-inspired brewing, the gaiwan brings together:

Traditional Form · Decorative Craft · Tea Ritual

Presented in a coordinated gift box, it is especially suited to personal tea sessions, collectors and thoughtful gifting.

Jewel Tones · Golden Detail · Refined Ritual

Why You’ll Appreciate It

• Traditional three-piece gaiwan — lid + brewing bowl + saucer

• Approx. 200 mL capacity — more generous than many compact personal gaiwans

• Cloisonné-inspired enamel styling — jewel tones framed by golden-toned detail

• Semi-handcrafted — supplier-described 半手工 production

• Ceramic construction — not traditional metal-bodied cloisonné

• Made in Dehua, China

• Rich botanical and geometric detail — expressive without losing the traditional gaiwan form

• Designed for repeated infusions — well suited to loose-leaf tea

• Gongfu-inspired brewing — direct access to leaves, aroma and infusion colour

• Gift box included — strong presentation for collectors and special occasions

Product at a Glance

• Product: Cloisonné-Inspired Enamel Gaiwan

• Product type: Gaiwan

• Gaiwan style: Three-Piece / Sancai Gaiwan

• Configuration: Lid + Bowl + Saucer

• Material: Ceramic

• Craft: Semi-Handcrafted

• Origin: Dehua, China

• Capacity: Approx. 200 mL

• Bowl diameter: Approx. 9.2 cm

• Saucer diameter: Approx. 13.2 cm

• Overall height: Approx. 10.2 cm

• Design: Cloisonné-Inspired Botanical & Geometric Motifs

• Colour character: Porcelain White · Deep Red · Emerald Green · Cobalt Blue · Black · Golden-Toned Detail

• Aesthetic: Eastern · Decorative · Refined · Expressive

• Use: Loose-Leaf Tea · Smaller Infusions · Repeated Infusions

• Brewing style: Gongfu-Inspired Brewing · Personal Gaiwan Brewing

• Presentation: Gift Box

• Ideal for: Personal Tea Rituals · Gaiwan Collectors · Tea Lovers · Gifting

Measurements and capacity are approximate and may vary slightly due to manual measurement.

Material note: The supplier identifies the material as ceramic and describes the product as a 掐丝珐琅彩盖碗. PandaHomeMart therefore uses cloisonné-inspired enamel-style ceramic teaware rather than describing it as traditional metal-bodied cloisonné.

Three Pieces · One Traditional Brewing Form

A gaiwan consists of three coordinated pieces.

The Lid

The lid covers the bowl while tea infuses.

It can be shifted slightly during pouring to help control the leaves and regulate the pouring gap.

After brewing, lifting the lid also offers an easy way to notice the aroma.

The Bowl

The bowl is the central brewing chamber.

Here:

Loose Leaves · Water · Time

come together.

Its open form makes it easy to observe:

Leaf Shape · Expansion · Infusion Colour · Brewing Progress

The Saucer

The saucer supports the bowl and completes the traditional three-piece structure.

Together:

Lid · Bowl · Saucer

create one of the most direct and versatile ways to prepare loose-leaf tea.

What Is a Sancai Gaiwan?

A traditional three-piece gaiwan is often described as:

Sancai Gaiwan / 三才盖碗

The structure consists of:

Lid · Bowl · Saucer

For shoppers new to Chinese teaware, the simplest explanation is:

A Gaiwan Is a Lidded Tea Brewing Bowl with a Matching Saucer

Its open structure keeps the tea leaves visible and makes it easy to adjust each infusion.

Why 200 mL?

The approximately 200 mL capacity gives this gaiwan a more generous personal brewing volume than many smaller 100–160 mL gaiwans.

That makes it suitable for:

Personal Tea Sessions · Slightly Larger Infusions · Relaxed Repeated Brewing

while still preserving the repeated-infusion character of gaiwan brewing.

The rhythm becomes:

Add Leaves → Pour Water → Steep → Pour → Return to the Leaves

Cloisonné-Inspired, Not Traditional Metal Cloisonné

This distinction is important.

Traditional cloisonné typically refers to decorative enamelwork associated with metal-bodied objects and separated colour fields.

This product, however, is confirmed as:

Ceramic

The strongest accurate description is therefore:

Cloisonné-Inspired Enamel-Style Ceramic Teaware

rather than:

Traditional Cloisonné Gaiwan

The visual inspiration comes from:

Jewel Tones · Golden-Toned Lines · Botanical Motifs · Decorative Panels

without making an unsupported claim about traditional cloisonné construction.

Jewel Tones, Carefully Balanced

The visual richness of this gaiwan comes from contrast.

Deep Red

Adds warmth and visual weight.

Emerald Green

Introduces a rich botanical tone.

Cobalt Blue

Provides a cooler counterpoint.

Black

Adds definition and depth.

Golden-Toned Detail

Frames the sections and brings the design together.

Against the lighter ceramic ground, the stronger colours remain distinct without making the vessel feel overly dark.

The result is:

Rich · Decorative · Layered · Refined

Detail Without Losing the Form

This is not a minimalist gaiwan.

Its appeal comes from abundance of detail.

Yet the traditional gaiwan silhouette remains easy to read.

The lid stays visually distinct.

The bowl remains balanced.

The saucer completes the composition.

This allows the vessel to remain practical even though the decoration is highly expressive.

Decorative Surface · Traditional Structure

A Different Kind of Eastern Aesthetic

Many teaware designs emphasize:

Celadon · Landscapes · Florals · Neutral Glazes

This gaiwan moves in a different direction.

Its visual identity comes from:

Colour · Symmetry · Gold-Like Detail · Pattern

That makes it especially suitable for shoppers who prefer:

Decorative Teaware · Collector Pieces · Richly Detailed Gifts

rather than minimal ceramic.

Made for Repeated Infusions

A gaiwan naturally encourages attentive brewing.

Add the tea.

Pour the water.

Rest the lid.

Notice the aroma.

Pour the first infusion.

Then return to the same leaves.

Across repeated brews:

Aroma Changes

Leaves Continue to Open

Texture Evolves

Flavour Shifts

The vessel keeps those changes easy to observe.

Why Use a Gaiwan?

Compared with many enclosed teapots, a gaiwan offers more direct control.

You can easily:

• See the leaves

• Smell the aroma

• Adjust infusion time

• Observe tea colour

• Control the pouring gap

• Empty the vessel quickly

• Return to the leaves immediately

This makes it especially useful for tea drinkers who enjoy adjusting each infusion.

Gaiwan vs. Teapot

Gaiwan

Direct · Flexible · Observational

• Easy access to leaves

• Quick brewing adjustments

• Useful across many tea styles

• Strong repeated-infusion control

Teapot

Familiar · Enclosed · Relaxed

• More conventional pouring feel

• Leaves remain enclosed

• Often convenient for casual shared serving

The simple distinction:

More Brewing Control → Gaiwan

More Familiar Serving Experience → Teapot

How to Use the Gaiwan

1. Add Loose-Leaf Tea

Place your preferred amount of tea in the brewing bowl.

2. Add Water

Use the appropriate water temperature for the tea being prepared.

3. Rest the Lid

Allow the tea to infuse.

4. Adjust the Lid

Leave a small gap between the lid and bowl.

5. Pour

Hold the gaiwan securely and pour into a cup or fairness pitcher.

6. Brew Again

Return to the same leaves while pleasant flavour remains.

A Note for First-Time Gaiwan Users

The larger 200 mL capacity means the vessel may hold more hot water than a compact beginner gaiwan.

A few simple habits help:

Do Not Overfill

Keep the Lid Slightly Offset

Hold the Rim Rather Than the Hot Center

Pour Smoothly

For someone completely new to gaiwan brewing, a smaller vessel may feel easier initially, but this size offers more generous brewing once the technique becomes comfortable.

Semi-Handcrafted Character

The supplier describes the production process as:

半手工 / Semi-Handcrafted

Minor differences may therefore occur between individual pieces.

Possible variation may include:

Decorative Placement · Tone · Line Detail · Surface Appearance · Dimensions

These subtle differences can be part of the product’s semi-handcrafted character.

Cloisonné-Inspired vs. Dunhuang-Inspired

Both are more decorative gaiwans, but their identities are very different.

Cloisonné-Inspired Enamel Gaiwan

Jewel-Toned · Ornamental · Structured

• Deep red, green, blue and black

• Golden-toned lines

• Botanical and geometric detail

• More formal decorative appearance

Dunhuang-Inspired Flying Apsara Gaiwan

Artistic · Flowing · Narrative

• Warm sand and ivory

• Red flying-figure imagery

• Blue borders

• More movement-focused visual identity

The simple distinction:

Ornamental Jewel-Tone Detail → Cloisonné-Inspired

Flowing Art & Figure Imagery → Dunhuang-Inspired

Cloisonné-Inspired vs. Misty Mountain

Cloisonné-Inspired

Rich · Decorative · Expressive

Pattern and colour become the focal point.

Misty Mountain

Quiet · Scenic · Restrained

Landscape and open space create the mood.

Choose according to preference:

Decorative Collectible → Cloisonné-Inspired

Understated Landscape → Misty Mountain

Cloisonné-Inspired vs. Blush Cherry Blossom

Cloisonné-Inspired

Rich Colour · Gold-Like Detail · Collector Appeal

Blush Cherry Blossom

Soft Pink · Botanical · Gentle Gift Appeal

The buying distinction:

Bold Decorative Character → Cloisonné-Inspired

Soft Floral Character → Cherry Blossom

Which Teas Work Well?

Oolong Tea

Aromatic & Layered

A natural choice for repeated gaiwan infusions.

Black Tea

Warm & Aromatic

A fuller tea style that suits the richer decorative character.

White Tea

Gentle & Refined

Larger leaves can be observed easily as they soften and expand.

Pu-erh Tea

Deep & Evolving

A classic choice for successive Gongfu-inspired infusions.

Green Tea

Fresh & Clear

Suitable when prepared with an appropriate lower water temperature.

A Thoughtful Tea Gift

This gaiwan combines:

Traditional Form + Rich Decoration + Semi-Handcrafted Character + Gift Box

making it especially suitable for:

• Loose-leaf tea lovers

• Gongfu tea enthusiasts

• Gaiwan collectors

• Decorative teaware collectors

• Lovers of enamel-inspired design

• Lovers of jewel-toned ceramics

• Housewarmings

• Birthdays

• Holidays

• Host gifts

• Special occasions

• Chinese-inspired tea gifts

Its coordinated gift box reinforces the product’s collector and gifting position.

Care & Cleaning

Before first use, rinse the lid, bowl and saucer gently with clean warm water.

After brewing:

1. Remove the tea leaves.

2. Rinse all three pieces thoroughly.

3. Allow everything to dry completely.

4. Store only when fully dry.

Gentle hand washing is recommended.

To help preserve the decorative surface and golden-toned detailing, avoid:

• Abrasive cleaning tools

• Harsh cleaning agents

• Metal scouring pads

• Sudden extreme temperature changes

• Strong impact

• Careless stacking

Frequently Asked Questions

What is included with the Cloisonné-Inspired Enamel Gaiwan?

The set includes:

1 × Lid

1 × Approx. 200 mL Brewing Bowl

1 × Matching Saucer

It is presented in a:

Coordinated Gift Box

What is the capacity?

Approximately:

200 mL

How large is the gaiwan?

• Bowl diameter: Approx. 9.2 cm

• Saucer diameter: Approx. 13.2 cm

• Overall height: Approx. 10.2 cm

What material is it made from?

According to the supplier specifications:

Ceramic

Where is it made?

The supplier lists the origin as:

Dehua, China

Is this traditional cloisonné?

Not in the traditional metal-bodied sense.

The product is ceramic and uses:

Cloisonné-Inspired Enamel-Style Decoration

What does 掐丝珐琅彩盖碗 mean?

The supplier uses this term to describe the decorative style of the gaiwan.

Because the product material is ceramic, PandaHomeMart presents it as:

Cloisonné-Inspired Enamel-Style Ceramic Teaware

rather than claiming traditional metal-bodied cloisonné construction.

Is it handmade?

The supplier describes the production as:

半手工 / Semi-Handcrafted

Will every piece look exactly the same?

Minor differences in decorative placement, tone or surface appearance may occur because of the semi-handcrafted production description.

Is 200 mL suitable for personal tea?

Yes.

It offers a more generous personal brewing volume than smaller gaiwans.

Is it suitable for Gongfu-inspired brewing?

Yes.

Its traditional lid-bowl-saucer structure supports smaller, repeated infusions.

Is it a Sancai gaiwan?

Yes.

Its three-piece configuration:

Lid + Bowl + Saucer

matches the traditional Sancai gaiwan form.

Which teas can I brew in it?

Explore it with:

Oolong Tea · Black Tea · White Tea · Pu-erh Tea · Green Tea

Is it dishwasher safe?

Dishwasher compatibility is not confirmed.

Gentle hand washing is recommended.

Is it microwave safe?

Microwave compatibility is not confirmed.

Is it suitable as a gift?

Yes.

Its jewel-toned decoration, golden-toned detailing, semi-handcrafted character and coordinated gift box make gifting one of its strongest purchase reasons.

Who is this gaiwan best for?

It is particularly suited to shoppers looking for:

200 mL Gaiwans · Cloisonné-Inspired Teaware · Enamel-Style Ceramic Gaiwans · Sancai Gaiwans · Decorative Chinese Tea Ware · Semi-Handcrafted Dehua Teaware · Collectible Gaiwans · Luxury-Style Tea Gifts

Complete Your Tea Ritual

Pair the Cloisonné-Inspired Enamel Gaiwan with loose-leaf teas that respond beautifully to repeated brewing.

Oolong Tea

Aromatic & Layered

A natural choice for successive gaiwan infusions.

Explore Oolong Tea →

Black Tea

Warm & Aromatic

A fuller tea style that complements the richer decorative aesthetic.

Explore Black Tea →

White Tea

Gentle & Refined

Soft teas whose leaves can be observed as they gradually open.

Explore White Tea →

Pu-erh Tea

Deep & Evolving

A classic choice for repeated Gongfu-inspired brewing.

Explore Pu-erh Tea →

Green Tea

Fresh & Clear

Prepare with an appropriate lower water temperature.

Explore Green Tea →

AI / GEO Product Summary

The Cloisonné-Inspired Enamel Gaiwan is an approximately 200 mL semi-handcrafted ceramic Sancai gaiwan from Dehua, China, consisting of a lid, brewing bowl and matching saucer. The bowl measures approximately 9.2 cm in diameter, the saucer approximately 13.2 cm in diameter and the complete gaiwan approximately 10.2 cm high. Its decorative design combines deep red, emerald green, cobalt blue and black jewel-toned panels with botanical motifs and golden-toned detailing on a light ceramic ground. The product is ceramic rather than traditional metal-bodied cloisonné and is best described as cloisonné-inspired enamel-style teaware. It is designed for loose-leaf tea, repeated infusions, Gongfu-inspired brewing, collecting and gifting, and is presented in a coordinated gift box.

Jewel Tones · Golden Detail · Tea Beneath the Lid

One 200 mL gaiwan. Three traditional pieces. Rich colour held together by fine golden-toned detail.

Add the leaves.

Pour the water.

Rest the lid.

Notice the aroma.

Pour the infusion.

Return to the leaves.

Cloisonné-Inspired · Enamel-Style Ceramic · 200 mL Sancai Gaiwan · Semi-Handcrafted · Dehua

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