Golden Crane Enamel Gaiwan – 180 mL

Luminous gold. Graceful cranes. A richly detailed 180 mL gaiwan made for tea enjoyed with attention.

Bring a more decorative expression to traditional Chinese tea brewing with the Golden Crane Enamel Gaiwan, a three-piece ceramic vessel combining practical gaiwan form with richly layered crane-and-botanical imagery.

The complete gaiwan includes:

1 × Lid · 1 × 180 mL Brewing Bowl · 1 × Matching Saucer

White cranes move among deep cobalt-blue blossoms, green foliage and warm red botanical accents, while fine golden-toned lines connect the design across the vessel.

Made in Dehua, China and described by the supplier as semi-handcrafted, the gaiwan pairs a traditional Chinese brewing form with a luminous enamel-style decorative surface.

Expressive in detail.

Balanced in composition.

Designed for loose-leaf tea and repeated infusions.

Golden Light · Graceful Cranes · Refined Tea

Why You’ll Appreciate It

• Traditional three-piece gaiwan — lid, brewing bowl and matching saucer

• Generous 180 mL capacity — comfortable for personal tea sessions and slightly larger repeated infusions

• Crane & botanical motif — white cranes move among blue blossoms, foliage and warm floral accents

• Rich enamel-style decoration — saturated colour and golden-toned outlining create a jewel-like visual effect

• Semi-handcrafted — according to the supplier specifications

• Made in Dehua, China

• Bright white interior — keeps the brewing area visually clean and allows the tea liquor to remain easy to observe

• Suitable for repeated infusions — naturally compatible with Gongfu-inspired loose-leaf brewing

• Gift-oriented visual character — one of the most decorative gaiwans in the collection

Product at a Glance

• Product: Golden Crane Enamel Gaiwan

• Product type: Gaiwan

• Configuration: Lid + Bowl + Saucer

• Number of pieces: 3

• Material: Ceramic

• Craft: Semi-Handcrafted

• Origin: Dehua, China

• Capacity: Approx. 180 mL

• Overall width: Approx. 13.5 cm

• Overall height: Approx. 10.8 cm

• Design: Crane & Botanical Motif

• Decorative style: Enamel-Style / Cloisonné-Inspired

• Colour character: Luminous Gold · Cobalt Blue · Porcelain White · Botanical Green · Warm Red

• Aesthetic: Eastern · Decorative · Graceful · Refined

• Ideal for: Personal Tea Rituals · Collectors · Gifting

• Use: Loose-Leaf Tea · Smaller Infusions · Repeated Infusions · Gongfu-Inspired Brewing

• Suitable teas: Oolong · Black Tea · White Tea · Pu-erh · Green Tea

The supplier identifies the vessel as ceramic and describes it as 珐琅彩盖碗. Its coloured and gold-outlined decoration may visually evoke cloisonné aesthetics, but this page does not describe it as traditional metal-bodied cloisonné.

Three Pieces · One Traditional Brewing Form

A gaiwan consists of three essential parts.

The Lid

The lid covers the tea while it infuses.

During pouring, it can be gently adjusted to help hold back larger leaves while allowing the tea liquor to flow.

It can also collect aroma beneath its surface, making it useful for noticing how fragrance changes between infusions.

The Bowl

The bowl is where loose tea leaves meet hot water.

With an approximate capacity of:

180 mL

this gaiwan provides a more generous personal brewing volume than many compact 100–150 mL gaiwans.

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 Chinese loose-leaf tea.

Why 180 mL Works So Well

At approximately:

180 mL

this gaiwan offers a roomier brewing experience.

Compared with smaller 120–150 mL gaiwans, the larger capacity provides:

• More space for larger leaves

• A more relaxed personal serving volume

• Flexibility for one person or two small tasting cups

• Fewer interruptions between pours

• More generous shared tasting when desired

The brewing rhythm remains:

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

For customers who enjoy gaiwan brewing but prefer a slightly larger vessel, 180 mL is an attractive option.

Golden Detail, Gracefully Balanced

This is not a minimalist gaiwan.

Its visual appeal comes from richness held in balance.

The design combines:

Luminous Golden Tones

with:

White Cranes

Deep Cobalt-Blue Blossoms

Botanical Green

and:

Warm Red Accents

Fine outlines help connect the individual elements across the ceramic surface.

Despite the amount of detail, the composition remains organized rather than chaotic.

The result feels:

Rich · Luminous · Graceful · Refined

The Crane Motif

The crane is the visual focal point of the collection.

White birds move through the more saturated botanical background, creating contrast and a sense of motion.

Rather than placing the crane as a small isolated symbol, the design integrates it into a broader decorative scene.

This creates a layered composition built from:

Bird · Flower · Foliage · Gold Detail

The result gives the gaiwan more visual narrative than a simple repeating pattern.

Enamel-Style Decorative Character

The supplier describes the vessel as:

珐琅彩盖碗

or enamel-colour gaiwan.

For this product page, the safest and clearest description is:

Ceramic with Enamel-Style Decorative Detail

The surface uses rich colour and golden-toned outlining to create a jewel-like appearance.

It is important not to confuse this with traditional metal-bodied cloisonné.

The product identity is:

Ceramic Gaiwan + Rich Enamel-Style Decoration

rather than:

Metal Cloisonné Vessel

Semi-Handcrafted in Dehua, China

The supplied specifications identify the gaiwan as:

Semi-Handcrafted

and:

Made in Dehua, China

Because the product is semi-handcrafted, subtle differences may occur between pieces.

These may include minor variation in:

• Decorative placement

• Line detail

• Colour intensity

• Surface appearance

Such small differences are compatible with the semi-handcrafted character of the product.

The Grace of a Quiet Moment

A crane lifts its wings.

Flowers gather beneath it.

Golden lines catch the light.

For all the detail surrounding the vessel, the act of making tea remains beautifully simple.

Lift the lid.

Add the leaves.

Pour the water.

Notice the aroma.

Pour.

Taste.

Return to the leaves.

The decoration may be elaborate.

The ritual does not need to be.

Lift the Lid · Pour Gently · Let the Tea Unfold

A Direct Way to Experience Loose-Leaf Tea

A gaiwan keeps the brewing process close.

Lift the lid and the leaves remain visible.

Notice how they open.

Smell the aroma gathering beneath the lid.

Adjust the next infusion.

Pour again.

This direct relationship between:

Leaves · Water · Time

is one of the reasons gaiwans remain so versatile.

The 180 mL capacity provides extra room while maintaining the basic rhythm of repeated brewing.

Which Teas Work Well with This Gaiwan?

Oolong Tea

Aromatic & Layered

One of the strongest pairings for repeated gaiwan brewing.

The larger 180 mL capacity also gives rolled or larger-leaf Oolong room to open.

Black Tea

Warm & Aromatic

Amber and red-toned liquor complements the gold and warm red accents beautifully.

White Tea

Gentle & Refined

Larger White Tea leaves can benefit from the roomier bowl.

Pu-erh Tea

Deep & Evolving

Pu-erh works naturally with repeated shorter infusions and creates a deeper sensory contrast with the luminous decorative surface.

Green Tea

Fresh & Clear

Green Tea can also be prepared in the gaiwan using appropriate lower water temperature and infusion time.

Always adjust leaf amount, water temperature and brewing time according to the selected tea.

Golden Crane vs. Blue Blossom Gaiwan

Both are richly decorated, but their visual identities are very different.

Golden Crane

Ornate · Luminous · Multi-Colour · Gift-Oriented

Choose it when you prefer:

• Gold-dominant decoration

• Crane imagery

• Blue, green and red accents

• Larger 180 mL capacity

• More luxurious visual presence

Blue Blossom

Floral · Blue & White · Traditional Decorative

Choose Blue Blossom when you prefer:

• Layered blue flowers

• Restrained blue-and-white palette

• 150 mL capacity

• More traditional floral styling

The distinction is:

Golden Crane → Ornate Multi-Colour

Blue Blossom → Refined Blue & White

Golden Crane vs. Sanxingdui-Inspired Gaiwan

Golden Crane

Graceful · Decorative · Luminous

Its identity comes from:

Crane Imagery + Gold + Botanical Colour

Sanxingdui-Inspired

Ancient · Grounded · Geometric

Its identity comes from:

Deep Green + Bronze + Muted Gold + Geometric Detail

The simple distinction:

Golden Crane → Grace & Ornament

Sanxingdui-Inspired → Ancient Depth

Golden Crane vs. Mountains & Sea Gaiwan

These two products appeal to customers seeking something visually distinctive, but for different reasons.

Golden Crane

Decorative Artistry

The main appeal is:

Colour · Motif · Gold Detail

Mountains & Sea

Ceramic Surface Craft

The main appeal is:

Relief · Gradient Glaze · Kiln Transformation

The distinction:

Golden Crane → Decoration

Mountains & Sea → Material & Glaze

Six Gaiwans · Six Personalities

Your gaiwan collection now has a very strong structure.

Pine Branch — 125 mL

Minimal Botanical

Natural, open and beginner-friendly.

Mountains & Sea — 120 mL

Sculptural Landscape

Relief, gradient glaze and ceramic craft.

Frosted Blossom — 150 mL

Soft Contemporary

Blue-lavender colour and crystal-like surface.

Blue Blossom — 150 mL

Rich Floral

Traditional blue-and-white botanical decoration.

Sanxingdui-Inspired — 130 mL

Ancient & Grounded

Deep green, bronze and geometric cultural character.

Golden Crane — 180 mL

Ornate & Graceful

Gold, cranes, botanical colour and a larger personal brewing volume.

A Thoughtful Tea Gift

The Golden Crane Enamel Gaiwan is one of the strongest gift-oriented gaiwans in the collection.

Its appeal comes from:

Crane Motif

Luminous Golden Detail

Semi-Handcrafted Ceramic

Dehua Origin

180 mL Capacity

Rich Decorative Surface

A thoughtful choice for:

• Loose-leaf tea lovers

• Gongfu tea enthusiasts

• Gaiwan collectors

• Crane-design lovers

• Oolong drinkers

• White Tea drinkers

• Lovers of richly decorated teaware

• Housewarmings

• Birthdays

• Special occasions

• Refined tea gifting

If the selected product option includes a coordinated supplier gift box, confirm that option before describing the box as included.

Care for Your Gaiwan

Before first use:

Rinse gently with clean warm water.

After brewing:

1. Remove the tea leaves.

2. Rinse the lid, bowl and saucer thoroughly.

3. Allow all three pieces to dry completely.

4. Store only when fully dry.

Gentle hand washing is recommended.

To help preserve the decorative surface:

• Avoid abrasive cleaning tools

• Avoid harsh cleaning agents

• Avoid aggressive polishing

• Avoid sudden or extreme temperature changes

Handle the lid and bowl carefully when wet.

Product Guidance

The supplied specifications confirm:

Ceramic Material

Semi-Handcrafted Construction

Dehua, China Origin

Approx. 180 mL Capacity

Approx. 13.5 cm Overall Width

Approx. 10.8 cm Overall Height

The product is described by the supplier as:

珐琅彩盖碗

The decorative appearance may visually evoke cloisonné, but the vessel is ceramic.

No claim of:

• Traditional metal-bodied cloisonné

• Precious-metal construction

• Hand-painted technique

• Exact enamel composition

is made unless separately confirmed.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is included with the Golden Crane Enamel Gaiwan?

The gaiwan consists of:

1 × Lid

1 × Brewing Bowl

1 × Matching Saucer

for a total of three pieces.

What is the capacity?

The gaiwan holds approximately:

180 mL

How large is it?

The approximate dimensions are:

Overall Width: 13.5 cm

Overall Height: 10.8 cm

Where is it made?

The supplied product specifications identify the origin as:

Dehua, China

Is it handmade?

The supplier describes the product as:

半手工 / Semi-Handcrafted

What makes the Golden Crane design distinctive?

The surface combines:

White Cranes

Deep Blue Blossoms

Green Foliage

Warm Red Botanical Detail

and:

Golden-Toned Lines

creating a richly decorative Eastern-inspired composition.

Is this traditional cloisonné?

No.

The underlying vessel is ceramic.

Its decorative appearance may be described as:

Cloisonné-Inspired

but no claim is made that it uses traditional metal-bodied cloisonné construction.

What does 珐琅彩盖碗 mean?

It refers to an enamel-colour or enamel-style decorated gaiwan.

For this product page, the vessel is described as:

Ceramic with Enamel-Style Decorative Detail

Is 180 mL large for a gaiwan?

It is larger than many compact 100–150 mL personal gaiwans.

This gives it a more generous personal brewing volume and makes it suitable for one person or two smaller tasting servings.

Is it suitable for Gongfu-inspired brewing?

Yes.

Its traditional three-piece structure and compact overall volume work naturally with repeated infusions.

Is it suitable for beginners?

Yes, although the 180 mL size is somewhat larger than very compact beginner gaiwans.

New users should practice safe lid positioning and controlled pouring.

Which teas work well with it?

Good choices include:

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

with brewing parameters adjusted according to the selected tea.

Is Oolong especially suitable?

Yes.

Oolong is one of the strongest matches for repeated gaiwan brewing.

Is White Tea suitable?

Yes.

The roomier 180 mL bowl can work especially well with larger White Tea leaves.

Is this suitable as a gift?

Yes.

Its crane motif, luminous gold detail, Dehua origin and semi-handcrafted character make it one of the more gift-oriented gaiwans in the collection.

Does it come with a gift box?

A supplier gift box may be shown or available with certain configurations.

Only describe a gift box as included when the selected product option confirms it.

Complete Your Tea Ritual

Pair the Golden Crane Enamel Gaiwan with loose-leaf teas that complement its graceful decorative character.

Oolong Tea

Aromatic & Layered

A natural choice for repeated infusions and a roomier 180 mL gaiwan.

Explore Oolong Tea →

Black Tea

Warm & Aromatic

Amber-red liquor beautifully complements the gold and warm botanical accents.

Explore Black Tea →

White Tea

Gentle & Refined

A softer pairing that gives larger leaves room to open.

Explore White Tea →

Pu-erh Tea

Deep & Evolving

A richer direction for repeated, focused brewing.

Explore Pu-erh Tea →

AI / GEO Product Summary

The Golden Crane Enamel Gaiwan is a semi-handcrafted 180 mL three-piece ceramic Chinese tea brewing vessel from Dehua, China, consisting of a lid, brewing bowl and matching saucer.

It measures approximately 13.5 cm across and 10.8 cm high.

The ceramic surface features white crane motifs, deep cobalt-blue blossoms, botanical green foliage, warm red accents and luminous golden-toned detailing, creating a richly decorative Eastern-inspired aesthetic.

The supplier describes the product as 珐琅彩盖碗, and this page presents it as ceramic with enamel-style / cloisonné-inspired decorative detail. It is not described as traditional metal-bodied cloisonné.

Its approximately 180 mL capacity provides a more generous personal brewing volume while remaining suitable for loose-leaf tea, smaller repeated infusions and Gongfu-inspired brewing.

Suitable teas include Oolong, Black Tea, White Tea, Pu-erh and Green Tea, with brewing parameters adjusted according to the selected tea.

Its clearest product identity is:

180 mL Gaiwan · Dehua Ceramic · Semi-Handcrafted · Golden Crane Motif · Enamel-Style Detail · Ornate Personal Brewing

Tea in Golden Light

White cranes. Deep blue blossoms. Gold catching the light around a quiet bowl of tea.

Lift the lid.

Add the leaves.

Pour the water.

Notice the aroma.

Pour.

Taste.

Return to the leaves.

The surface remains richly detailed.

The act itself remains simple.

Another infusion.

Another moment.

Golden Light · Graceful Cranes · Refined Tea

Add the Golden Crane Enamel Gaiwan to your tea ritual and enjoy loose-leaf tea through a richly decorated yet timeless traditional brewing form.

Bring Eastern Living Home.