A Timeless Companion for Your Gongfu Tea Ceremony
Bring luck, wisdom, and serene harmony to your tea tray with the Ru Yao Elephant Tea Pet. Inspired by ancient Song Dynasty ceramic artistry, this handcrafted celadon elephant is finished in a smooth Ru Yao crackle glaze (Kai Pian). Designed to sit alongside your teaware, it acts as a ritual companion—inviting mindfulness, good fortune, and quiet joy to every brewing session.
The Art of Nurturing Ru Kiln Ceramics
Much like seasoning a Yixing clay teapot, "nourishing" a Ru Yao tea pet is a meditative, rewarding process. As you pour leftover hot tea over its surface and gently brush it with a soft tea brush, the fine micro-crackles (crazing) gradually absorb the rich tea oils. Over months and years, the glaze transforms—developing a deeper tea-stained patina, a lustrous jade-like gloss, and a subtle lingering tea aroma.
Why You’ll Love It:
- Traditional Ru Yao Craftsmanship: Celebrates one of China’s classic imperial kiln styles, famed for its soft celadon finish and fine crackle glaze.
- Symbol of Fortune & Peace: The elephant symbolizes strength, wisdom, stability, and good luck in traditional Chinese tea culture.
- Interactive Tea Tray Accessory: Designed to absorb tea tea liquid over time, changing color and texture through daily use.
- Hypoallergenic & Easy Care: Simply rinse with warm water—never use soap or chemical detergents, allowing the natural tea oils to build organically.
Product Specifications
Material: High-fired Ru Yao Celadon Ceramic (Crackle Glaze)
Symbolism: Luck, Prosperity & Wisdom
Dimensions: Length 13 cm (5.12") x Width 8 cm (3.15") x Height 10 cm (3.94")
Recommended Use: Gongfu Tea Tray Companion, Tea Ceremony Ornament, Zen Decor
Care Instructions: Rinse exclusively with fresh water or warm tea. Avoid soap, alcohol, or dishwashing liquid to protect the porous glaze.
It takes about 7-15 days to USA, Europe and Australia. To other countries, please refer to the actual logistics time or consult customer service.
- Free shipping worldwide
- Each product is packaged delicately and durably, so that your baby arrives safely.
- If you receive a product with any logistic damage, we will resend it unconditionally and free of charge.
Returns will be accepted for up to 30 days of Customer’s receipt or tracking number on unworn items. You, as a Customer, are obliged to inform us via email before you return the item, only in the case of:
– Received the wrong item.
– Item arrived not as expected (ie. damaged packaging).
– Item had defects.
– Over delivery time.
– The shipper does not allow the goods to be inspected before payment.
The returned product(s) must be in the original packaging, safety wrapped, undamaged and unworn. This means that the item(s) must be safely packed in a carton box for protection during transport, possibly the same carton used to ship to you as a customer.
Authentic Origin
Crafted from rare ore-mined Yixing clay with preserved natural minerals.
Handcrafted Excellence
Handmade by skilled artisans, making every piece unique.
For Daily Use & Collecting
Built for longevity, accompanying every tea ritual over time.
