Mark Foster Handmade Gaiwan MFG1

Gaiwans are literally covered cups that are used for infusing loose teas. Functional, efficient, and easy to clean, they are a very common brewing vessel for gong fu style tea but work just as well for western style brewing. They were developed during the Ming dynasty. Gaiwans are great tools to have in your brewing arsenal and a great way to expand your appreciation of tea. This is an example of one of Mark's beautiful and simple white stoneware gaiwans. Provenance: Capacity: 4 oz/ 120 ml Firing: Oxidation fired to Cone 6 in an L&L Electric Kiln Clay: White stoneware Glaze: Clear Care: Dishwasher & Microwave safe. But I recommend  hand wash because why? Note: This is a hand-made item and thus may exhibit all of the perfections and imperfections of a one-of-a-kind handmade cup. While I do my best to photograph the piece in a way that best represents it, please be aware that colors can look different on different computer screens. If you would like more pictures or information