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For centuries, Chinese aesthetics were brought to European salons via porcelains. Fired in the Jingdezhen kiln, the hermits and landscapes painted on this Qing dynasty pot present fantasies of the far east.
Gift from Mr. Henk Nieuwenhuys
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This exquisite teapot is a collaboration of three artists: for molding, calligraphy, and carving. Their combined mastery creates an object of both daily use and profound beauty, displaying the elegant aesthetics of literati.🫖
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Chinese monks have a long history as tea lovers.🍵
This black-glazed cup for example, reflects the influence of Buddhist aesthetics. The mulberry leaf motif associated with Zen enlightenment became a popular element in ceramics under growing demand from Monks.
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July is a perfect month for green tea—even the Emperor agreed!
This Yongzheng-era tea cup, with its delicate fish and seaweed patterns, feels alive with movement. Sometimes, the cup is even more important than the tea itself!🍵
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Join Ming dynasty scholar Wen Zhengming in a tea party at Hui Mountain, a traditionally renowned spot for brewing tea with the sweet spring water that flows in it. Nothing compares savoring tea and nature’s tranquility at the same time!
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Would you like to have some grapes with your tea? 🍇
Wen Riguan is a Yuan dynasty painter local to Shanghai. He was so fond of painting grapes that he was given the title "Grape Wen". Though a Ming dynasty reproduction, you could still feel Wen's unique style.
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Why not pair your afternoon tea with the sounds of Chinese Guqin?
Dating back to the Zhou dynasty, Guqin embodies the rich cultural life of China. This exquisite example was crafted during the Chongzhen reign (1643) - a blend of history and artistry!
Tea brews, plum blossoms bloom, mountains stand tall, and a friend approaches with his zither. Indulge in this tranquil moment of #MuseumTeaTime with us. 🍵🏞️🌸
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White porcelains produced in Dehua kiln were so reputed that they were given the name 'Blanc de Chine', or 'White of China'. This teapot in the shape of a pomegranate is a fine example from the Ming dynasty,✨radiating an exceptional purity.
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Fancy a drink with a talkative feathered friend?
🦜Parrot-form celadon cup, Xiangyin Kiln, Sui Dynasty (581–618)
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This 12.6 cm tall teapot bears delicate floral and phoenix patterns. How lovely!✨
Blue-and-white Ewer, Qianlong period (1736–1795), Jingdezhen Ware
🫖🍵The sharp yet beautiful contrast between red and white on this bowl presents the design of bamboo. Fired in Jingdezhen, this Qing dynasty bowl can be a pleasing companion during today's #MuseumTeaTime .
This pottery pot in melon design crafted during the Ming dynasty (1368–1644) offers quite an eye-catching color contrast, doesn't it?👀✨
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For this week's #MuseumTeaTime, we choose the company of a Dehua ewer from the Ming dynasty (1368–1644).
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The words incised on its body read: Brew some first flush tea with dew water.
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While enjoying the tea, people also appreciate the beauty of tea wares. This porcelain tea cup with a stand is made during the Qianglong Reign (1736-1796). The glaze of the porcelain stand mimics the color of tea or ancient bronzes, which was fashionable✨then.
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Would you like a cup of… peach?🍑
The delicate patterns on this ewer from Yongzheng reign (1723–1735) of Qing use the 'doucai' technique—underglaze blue outlines plus overglaze enamels of different colors.
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The renowned painter Wen Zhengming (1470–1559) recorded a tea-tasting event at the Hui Mountain. According to the tea master Lu Yu, the spring water of the Hui Mountain is one of the best choices for making tea.
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The black glazed tea bowl with leaf design is a signature of Jizhou ware. During the Song dynasty (960–1279), dark teacup gains immense popularity as it could clearly highlight the pure white tea liquor—a main criterion of the tea contest back then.
Let's kick off the weekend with tranquil #MuseumTeaTime.🫖🌿
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Blue-glazed lidded bowl with white fish and aquatic plants design, Jingdezhen ware, Yongzheng Reign (1723–1736), Qing Dynasty
Blue-glazed teapot, Jingdezhen ware, Yongzheng Reign(1723–1736), Qing Dynasty
✨✨✨Exceptionally pure, sleek and refined, this vessel is just what we need for a soothing #MuseumTeaTime.
White Glazed Monk's Cap-shaped Jug, Jingdezhen Ware, Yongle Reign (1403–1424), Ming
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