Giverny Ripple Elemental Porcelain Tea Boat 15cm

The Giverny Ripple Elemental Porcelain Tea Boat 15cm is a handmade porcelain tea boat inspired by the peaceful beauty of Claude Monet's water lily garden at Giverny. Drawing from tranquil reflections, floating lily pads, and the gentle movement of still water, this handcrafted round vessel anchors your gongfu tea ritual with quiet, contemplative elegance.

A serene blue-grey glaze mirrors the surface of a quiet pond beneath a cloud-softened sky, while delicate touches of green and blue drift across the surface like lily pads carried by subtle ripples. Designed to perfectly coordinate with the matching Giverny Ripple Gaiwan, this tea boat lets you compose a unified, gallery-worthy tea station where every piece speaks the same visual language.

Measuring a generous 15 cm in diameter, this is a truly multifunctional vessel built for everyday life. On the tea table, its rounded form catches rinse water and manages spillage, keeping your setup clean and composed throughout every steeping. Beyond the ritual, it doubles beautifully as a small serving plate for snacks, fruit, or dessert—crafted from durable, high-fired Jingdezhen porcelain that is safe and reliable for daily use.

Why You'll Love It

• Inspired by Monet's Water Lily Garden at Giverny: The layered glaze evokes water, sky, and vegetation merging into one harmonious landscape.
• Perfectly matches the Giverny Ripple Gaiwan: Build a complete, coordinated tea station with unified glaze and finish.
• Multifunctional 15 cm design: Works as a gongfu tea boat and a versatile serving plate for daily use.
• High-fired Jingdezhen porcelain: Non-porous, durable, and safe for everyday enjoyment.

Craftsmanship & Materials

Rooted in Jingdezhen porcelain craft, each Giverny Ripple tea boat is hand-finished and selected for proportion, glaze movement, and usability. The layered surface is not only decorative; it gives the vessel its atmosphere, making each tea session feel fresh, spontaneous, and full of life.

Because each piece is individually finished, natural variation in glaze tone, brush-like movement, and surface detail should be expected. These differences are part of the character of handmade porcelain teaware and make every tea boat unique.

Perfect For

This tea boat is ideal for beginners setting up their first gongfu station as well as experienced tea drinkers seeking a refined, coordinated ritual space. Its multifunctional form also makes it a graceful addition to everyday table settings—from serving small treats to presenting fruit or dessert.

Care Instructions

• Rinse with warm water before first use.
• Dishwasher safe.
• Store fully dry to preserve the glaze.

Specifications

• Product: Giverny Ripple Elemental Porcelain Tea Boat
• Diameter: 15 cm
• Material: High-fired Jingdezhen porcelain
• Use: Gongfu tea boat, water drainage tray, and multifunctional serving plate
• Pairs With: Giverny Ripple Elemental Gaiwan or Solo Gaiwan (matching glaze)
• Daily Use: Durable and safe for everyday use
• Uniqueness: Each handmade piece features natural glaze variation; no two are identical.