Ceramic Tea Pets
$10.00
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Tea pets are part of tea traditions dating from the Yuan Dynasty (1206-1368AD). They were first molded from extra pieces of clay during the teapot making process.
Some believe that it is important to care for and feed your tea pet during the ceremony by pouring leftover tea over them. As more tea is poured on your pet, the more it will gradually develop a character. Pigs are a popular choice, as they are typically depicted as jolly and plump, a signifier of good fortune.
These ceramic friends are handmade by our friend Kila in the nearby Hudson Valley.
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