Vintage Flora Urushi Gongdao Bei Tea Pitcher 120ml

The Vintage Flora Urushi Gongdao Bei Tea Pitcher (120ml) is a refined expression of balance, craftsmanship, and quiet beauty. Finished in natural Da Qi—the ancient Chinese ancestor of all East Asian Urushi lacquer—the Vintage Flora colorway combines deep green, dark red, and creamy rice-white brushstrokes into a richly layered composition that recalls dried botanical arrangements, aged paintings, and treasured heirlooms preserved through time.

Complex and nostalgic, the surface reveals remarkable depth and character. As tea liquor catches the light along the rim, new details emerge from the Urushi lacquer, transforming every tea session into an experience of observation and appreciation.

A Garden Frozen in Time

The Vintage Flora finish is inspired by pressed flowers, antique oil paintings, and the soft patina of cherished objects passed through generations. Rich botanical tones weave across the surface, creating a composition that feels timeless, contemplative, and deeply personal.

Each pitcher carries subtle differences in the movement of the lacquer and brushwork, ensuring that every piece possesses its own individual character.

The Living Art of Urushi (Da Qi)

Applied using the traditional Chinese Zhangxiu technique, natural Urushi lacquer offers warmth, depth, and tactile richness. Crafted from pure, natural tree sap and cured over months in exacting humidity, true Urushi is a living material. Unlike conventional synthetic finishes, it responds gradually to touch, light, and time, developing greater beauty and luminosity through years of use.

The Perfect Equalizer

In traditional Gongfu tea practice, the Gongdao Bei, or fairness cup, plays a vital role in ensuring consistency. By collecting tea liquor before serving, it guarantees that every guest receives the same balance of flavor, aroma, strength, and color.

This 120ml tea pitcher is crafted with a deliberately thin and elegant porcelain core that feels light and balanced in the hand. The precision-shaped spout supports a smooth, controlled pour, allowing tea to flow cleanly without dripping.

Designed for Graceful Tea Service

The proportions are carefully engineered to create a seamless transition from Gaiwan or teapot to tasting cup. Every movement feels fluid, controlled, and intentional, supporting the rhythm and elegance of the tea ceremony. The delicate visual presence of the fine porcelain interior beautifully contrasts with the rich, textured Urushi exterior.

One Object, One Nature

Following the philosophy of unity between object and self, this Gongdao Bei is designed to evolve alongside its owner. Through daily use, the warmth of the tea and the natural oils from your hands gradually enrich the Urushi surface. This unique aging process allows the lacquer's deep colors to become slightly more translucent and vibrant over time.

Your pitcher will quietly record the history of your tea journey, transforming from a beautiful object into a personal companion shaped by years of ritual and care.

Specifications

• Product: Vintage Flora Urushi Gongdao Bei Tea Pitcher
• Dimension: 58H × 110W × 85L mm / 2.28H × 4.33W × 3.35L inch
• Volume: 120ml / 4.06oz
• Material: Fine porcelain interior with natural Zhangxiu Urushi (Da Qi) urushi exterior
• Type: Gongdao Bei / Fairness Cup / Tea Pitcher
• Use: Gongfu tea sharing, equal pouring, tea tasting, and mindful tea rituals
• Finish: Vintage Flora Urushi colorway with deep green, dark red, and creamy rice-white tones
• Features: Precision pouring spout, lightweight porcelain core, living Urushi lacquer surface
• Care: Hand wash preferred. Avoid abrasive cleaners, prolonged soaking, and extreme temperature changes.
• Uniqueness: Every piece is individually hand-finished; no two are exactly identical. The natural Urushi surface will gradually evolve, becoming more translucent and vibrant through use.