/// similar celadon teapots: 1. 2. 3.
I originally thought celadon was exclusive to Korea (Goryeo celadon), but I guess as one of the oldest civilizations, everything can be traced back to China. The elegant pale blue-green color is extremely hard to produce; dozens are tossed out from from a single firing because they are extremly prone to brownish oxidation blemishes. So, a flawless celadon pot is rare and precious.
There is something quieting about the aesthetics of this teapot don't you think? Contrary to the posh cuteness of Western teapots, East Asian teapots command respect, humility, and reverence; I am unabashedly biased.
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i like the first photo<3
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DeleteOh man, my teapots are so flamboyant and cutey -___- haha~ But, I do see what you mean<3
ReplyDeleteVery pretty teapot, indeed~
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EV thank you - although, both teapots have their merit! x
DeleteHaha Song Dynasty hipsters :P
ReplyDeleteNice cups! The colors are so nice c:
(and yes! Dad made 'tuan yung'!)
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DeleteSo beautiful and very aesthetic! The asian culture has always been very minimalistic and with so beautiful clean lines. It's devine! Have a wonderful weekend!
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DeleteLoving that teapot! So adorable!
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Deletehaha, the original hipsters! :) I love it.
ReplyDeleteSo were these mint colored teapots, etc common only in the Song dynasty?
I guess I prefer victorian and rococo styles more :) But I think East Asian teapots are more cute.
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DeleteLike anything fashionable, celadon came and went, and blue-and-white porcelain became the most prized. And you're right, I think it's too harsh to say that there's nothing good about Western styles as well! x
I think the cup is very unique. There's something about it that I like and that I can't explain.
ReplyDeleteI'd prefer a mini handle on the lid. :)
Thanks - I feel the same way! x
DeleteThe mint is to die for :) and I don't care what you say, that tea pot is cute! haha
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DeleteLovely colour, reminds me of Jade! Hmm we used to have a silver coated/looking tea pot when we were younger, now we just use the water boiler instead. I did buy a glass teapot when I bought blooming tea's! (They came as a pack)
ReplyDeleteThank you; those teapots sound wonderful! x
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DeleteThis teapot is cuuuute. I love the colour, and appreciate it even more now that I know how hard it is to achieve it!
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DeleteFirst photo is amazing <3 I love your teapot <3 yay
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Deletethanks for sharing that info. those teapots are cute..
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