Best for: The dining table on a Sunday
A celadon water pitcher for the dining table — pour water, pour wine, pour anything. The handle is comfortable, the spout pours cleanly, and the glaze is the classic Longquan jade green.
This pitcher is thrown in two parts — the body and the handle — then joined before firing. The spout is pulled and shaped by hand, then trimmed to ensure a clean pour. The celadon glaze is applied in three coats, with the final coat thinned to prevent drips on the handle.
Use it for water at the dinner table, or for cold tea on a summer afternoon. The handle is designed for a full grip — your whole hand, not just your fingers. The spout pours cleanly without dripping when tipped at the right angle.
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