Chaishao Tea Pot

Wood-fired clay with natural ash tones

£122.95
Chaishao wood-fired clay teapot with natural ash glaze tones
Detail of the cream and ochre ash markings on the Chaishao teapot
Chaishao teapot with braided suspended handle and tassel
Chaishao teapot shown from a front angle
Close-up of the wood-fired texture on the Chaishao teapot body
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Chaishao Tea Pot

Wood-fired clay with natural ash tones

£122.95
Free Shipping and UK Tracked Delivery Made by skilled Asian artisans 90-day free returns Try it at home with peace of mind. Eligible returns are accepted within 90 days. Gift-ready on arrival
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Lovely pot

Use it most evenings now, heats up quickly and holds the warmth well.
Margaret

MargaretEdinburgh

Thank you Pinterest !

Stumbled upon it by chance on Pinterest for decoration, and it looks even better in person. It’s become a lovely little detail in our home.
Elodie

ElodieKingston upon Thames

Really pleased with it!

Recommended by a friend and I’m so glad I went for it. The whisk and bowl are brilliant quality.
Amira

AmiraManchester

A piece to keep

Bought this for my girlfriend and she absolutely loved it. She was using the whisk straight away.
James

JamesEnfield

Fits right in with mine

Third piece I've added to the collection now, each one slightly different in glaze which is exactly why I keep coming back
Susan

SusanLondon

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Overview
The Chaishao Tea Pot represents a different expression of traditional ceramic craftsmanship from the raw sculptural character of the Xiangyun collection.

Where Xiangyun leaves its clay deliberately unglazed and focuses on sculpted relief, Chaishao allows the firing process itself to become the primary source of decoration. The natural plant ash interacting with the ceramic creates the characteristic cream and ochre surface, with each firing producing subtle variations in tone, speckling and flow.

This unpredictability is central to the value of the piece. The surface is not painted to imitate a natural effect; it is created through the interaction between wood, ash, heat and ceramic during firing.

The rounded 900 ml body gives the tea pot a generous presence, while the braided suspended handle introduces a contrasting organic texture. The hanging tassel adds movement without overwhelming the restrained ceramic palette.

The result is a substantial handmade tea vessel with a strong material identity, particularly suited to collectors who appreciate traditional firing techniques and naturally occurring ceramic variation.
Details

Traditional Wood Firing
Chaishao refers to 柴烧, a traditional wood firing technique in which the natural ash produced inside the kiln interacts with the ceramic surface during firing.

Natural Ash Glaze
Plant ash creates the glaze naturally, producing the distinctive transition from creamy ivory to warm ochre brown. Each firing develops its own pattern, making every tea pot visually individual.

Handmade in Dehua
The entire piece is handmade, with variations in size, shape, weight and wall thickness naturally occurring from one piece to another.

Braided Suspended Handle
The elevated handle is traditionally braided and finished with a hanging tassel, adding warmth and movement to the rounded ceramic body.

Functional Lid Ventilation
Small openings around the edge of the lid allow ventilation while adding another visible detail to the handcrafted construction.

Material: Wood Fired Ceramic
Finish: Natural Plant Ash Glaze
Craftsmanship: Fully Handmade
Provenance: Dehua
Length: 14.5 cm
Width: 12.5 cm
Height: 15.5 cm
Capacity: 900 ml
Weight: Approximately 2 kg
Handle: Braided Natural Fiber with Hanging Tassel

Care
Rinse gently with warm water after use and allow the tea pot to dry completely before storing. Avoid abrasive cleaners, scouring pads and harsh detergents that may affect the natural ash glaze.

Allow the piece to dry thoroughly between uses. Variations in glaze color, ash deposits, speckling and tonal transitions are inherent to the wood firing process and should be expected.
Shipping + Returns

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Everything you may want to knowProduct questions

A practical guide to materials, making, care, delivery and returns.

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What materials are used?

Materials vary by product and are listed on each product page.

Are the glazes food-safe?

Products intended for tea or food contact are selected for normal domestic use. Where a product is designed for drinking, brewing or serving tea, it is intended to be used for that purpose.

What materials are used?

Our pieces are handcrafted in stoneware and porcelain, sourced from regions in China renowned for centuries of ceramic tradition.

Jingdezhen, known as China's porcelain capital for over a thousand years, produces our fine porcelain pieces, prized for their smooth white body and ability to take detailed glazes. Yixing, famous for its zisha (purple clay) stoneware, produces our unglazed and reactive-glaze stoneware pieces, valued for their density and the way the clay develops character with use.

Each piece is fired and finished by hand, which is why glaze patterns, especially on reactive-glaze stoneware, vary slightly from piece to piece. Material and exact origin are noted on each individual product page.

Are your products lead-free?

For products intended for tea or food contact, we aim to source items suitable for normal domestic use. If a product has specific safety, material or testing information, we will include it on the product page. If you need confirmation for a specific item, contact us before ordering.

Can I use the product every day?

Yes, unless stated otherwise on the product page. Our tea ware is selected to balance design with practical everyday use. To preserve the finish, we recommend gentle handling and following the care instructions for each product.

Why do colours, glaze or texture vary slightly?

Many tea ware pieces are shaped, glazed, fired or finished in small batches. Heat, glaze, clay body and hand finishing can create subtle differences in colour, texture and surface. These variations are part of the character of crafted tea ware.

What materials are used?

Materials vary by product and are listed on each product page.

How are the pieces made?

The making process depends on the product. Pieces may be shaped, cast, glazed, fired, polished or finished by skilled workshops. This process gives each item its texture, weight, tone and character.

Why are there small variations between pieces?

Small variations are rare, but they can occasionally happen during shaping, glazing, firing or finishing. Slight differences in colour, surface, texture or form may occur from one piece to another and are part of the character of crafted tea ware.

Is it suitable as a gift?

Yes. Chadao pieces are selected to feel considered, calm and gift-ready, making them suitable for tea lovers, design-conscious homes and thoughtful everyday rituals.

Can I send it directly to someone?

Yes. Enter the recipient’s delivery address at checkout and make sure the address is complete and accurate. Order updates will be sent to the email address used at checkout.

Will the price be shown in the parcel?

We do not include pricing in the parcel where possible. Order confirmations and receipts are sent by email to the person who places the order.

How long does delivery take?

Orders are usually dispatched within 48 hours. Standard UK delivery usually takes 5 to 8 working days after dispatch.

How much does shipping cost?

Standard UK shipping costs £2.99. Shipping is free on orders of £85 or more.

Do you accept returns?

Yes. Eligible items can be returned within 90 days of delivery. Items must be unused, undamaged, complete and returned in their original packaging.

What if my item arrives damaged?

Contact us at hello@chadao.co.uk as soon as possible with your order number and photos of the issue. We will help resolve it in line with your legal rights.

Can I change or cancel my order?

If your order has not yet been dispatched, contact us as soon as possible at hello@chadao.co.uk with your order number. We will do our best to update or cancel it before it leaves our warehouse.

Where can I track my order?

Once your order has been dispatched, you will receive an email with tracking details where tracking is available. You can also visit our Track Your Order page for updates.

I entered the wrong delivery address. What should I do?

Contact us immediately at hello@chadao.co.uk with your order number and the correct address. If the order has already been dispatched, we may not be able to change the delivery address.

I did not receive an order confirmation. What should I do?

Check your spam or promotions folder first. If you still cannot find it, contact us at hello@chadao.co.uk with the email address used at checkout, and we will help you locate your order.

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Gorgeous piece, looks so much better in person. Perfect little decor statement.
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The carving detail is exceptional, reminds me of pots my mother used to have.
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