Product detailed description
Overview
Tea pets or tea spirits (chachong 茶宠) represent various types of small figurines that accompany you during your tea time. These charming figurines are often poured with leftover tea to cultivate the bond between the tea drinker and the pet. Apart from the decorative aspect, the tea pets also hold significant cultural and symbolic meanings.
History
The tradition of using tea pets dates back to the Ming Dynasty (1368-1644), a golden era in China. These figurines have since become an integral part of tea ceremonies, representing a blend of artistry, tradition, and personal expression. Traditionally, the tea pets were made from various clays similar to those, which are used for making the teaware. While the tea pets often reflect the owner's personality and interests, many of the tea spirits represent various mythical creatures to bring good fortune, happiness, and prosperity to their owners.
Symbolism
The astronaut is often interpreted as a symbol of adventurous spirit, courage, and curiosity. Astronauts are known for their desire to explore new horizons and uncover various tea secrets. Similar to astronauts, who spend most of their time in space contemplating metaphysical ways of being, a tea deity in the form of a meditating astronaut sitting on the moon is ideal for those who are curious and determined to discover new teas. The tea deity is also inspired by the successful sci-fi novel "The Three-Body Problem" by Liu Cixin, which was adapted into a TV series in 2024.
Additional parameters
| Category: | Tea pets |
|---|---|
| ? Producer / Výrobce: | ART-06; Hongchun |
| Height / Výška: | 6,6 cm |
| Lenght / Délka: | 3,1 cm |
| Width / Šířka: | 3,7 cm |
| ? Material / Materiál: | Zisha Yixing clay / Zisha Yixing hlína |
| Production / Produkce: | Hand-made / Ruční výroba |
| Rating / Hodnocení: | 5/5 |