Porcelain Gaiwan – Manufacture Jaune de Chrome – Saint-Léonard-de-Noblat, 21st Century

A porcelain gaiwan made by Jaune de Chrome, a porcelain brand based in Saint-Léonard-de-Noblat, in the Haute-Vienne department of France.

The gaiwan (盖碗) is a traditional Chinese vessel used for brewing and drinking tea. It consists of a bowl and a separate lid, designed to hold back the tea leaves when sipping or pouring the infusion.

This piece stands out for its generously rounded silhouette, clean lines and distinctive glaze treatment. The exterior features an anthracite-grey glaze with mineral undertones, enlivened by speckled variations in lighter shades of grey. The slightly domed lid echoes this nuanced finish and is topped with a circular knob.

The contrast between the glazed surfaces and the unglazed porcelain is one of the defining features of this design. The upper rim of the bowl and the foot are left in a matte, unglazed finish, their natural appearance contrasting with the nuanced tones and lustre of the glaze. This interplay between raw material and carefully finished surfaces emphasises the simplicity of the form and the considered aesthetic of the piece.

Combining the Limoges porcelain-making tradition with an iconic object from Chinese tea culture, this gaiwan is suitable for brewing a variety of teas, particularly green, white and oolong teas.

Both functional and sculptural, it will appeal to tea enthusiasts, collectors of Limoges porcelain and admirers of contemporary tableware.

This item comes from a manufacturer's clearance. It was classified as a factory second when it left the factory. It remains in its original condition and may display minor variations or irregularities associated with this classification, but is new and shows no apparent defects.