Hand-Painted Blue & White Orchid Gaiwan

By artist Modu：This is a classic three-piece gaiwan (lid, bowl, saucer), the heart of Jingdezhen tea culture. I shape every piece by hand, refining the curve of the bowl, the tight fit of the lid, and the stability of the saucer until it sits perfectly in the hand, pouring smoothly without dripping. : I use the traditional underglaze blue technique, passed down from the imperial kilns of the Ming and Qing dynasties. The orchid motif is one of the most beloved in Jingdezhen literati art: the orchid grows in quiet valleys, its fragrance soft and far-reaching, symbolizing noble character, integrity, and the quiet virtue of a scholar.