Cha Yun 茶韵 The Ryme of Tea Chicken Wing Wood Tray | Large, Hardwood 46*30*7cm

STYLE

The Chicken wing wood also known Nanmu tree, is a rare and valuable wood used in the southern Chinese regions for making furniture and decorative objects. For centuries, this wood has been highly prized by furniture makers and art collectors in China for its beautiful, feather-like grain. The Nanmu tree is extremely durable and resistant to insects, mold, and damage caused by moisture and dryness. It is excellent for making long-lasting furniture and is easy to work with.

The inscription on the tray reads: Cha Yun 茶韵, the rhyme of tea, the harmony of the tea abstracted from what the sensory organs take in. The lower tray is made of stainless steel. The side motif is beautiful, evoking the colonnades of the inner courtyards of old Chinese buildings.

Size: 46X30X7 cm

The tea tray has been a defining element of Chinese tea culture since the Qing Dynasty and is an integral part of the Gongfu Cha tea ceremony. It combines important functions of drainage, practicality, aesthetics, and cultural symbolism. Its use allows for the high-level enjoyment of the art of tea, while maintaining cleanliness and order during the ceremony. This tool not only assists in the preparation and serving of tea but also contributes to enhancing the tea-drinking experience and preserving Chinese cultural heritage.

The most important function of the tea tray is to catch and drain water. During the tea ceremony, a lot of water is often used to rinse tea leaves and teapots and warm the cups. The drain holes at the bottom of the tea tray or the built-in water tank help remove excess water, keeping the table and tea utensils clean.

MATERIAL

Chicken Wing Wood, Hard Wood from China

DIMENSIONS

39*27*6cm

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