The Tea Monkey Statue in Yixing Clay is a charming statue made of Yixing clay, ideal for enriching your traditional tea ceremony. The Statues in the Chinese Tea Ceremony If you have ever witnessed the Chinese tea ceremony Gongfu Cha, you have surely noticed that most tea trays (Cheban) are accompanied by a small clay figurine, known as “茶宠” (tea pet). These Yixing clay artworks are constantly moistened during the tea ceremony, bringing auspices of good luck and prosperity. In China, tea statues are regarded with great respect, sometimes equated with pets. Even though they are simply decorative objects for the tea tray, in many Chinese families, they hold deep symbolic meanings. For example, the dragon statue can represent celestial energy and symbolize a connection to the Tao, or be considered a talisman given by a deceased elder, transmitting wisdom and protection to the family. “Nourishing” Your Tea Statue You can “nourish” your tea statue by pouring it hot water used to warm the tea utensils before drinking, or with the water used to wash the tea leaves at the beginning of the ceremony. Over time, the clay will absorb the aromas and scents of the tea, developing a distinctive patina. Tea statues are available in a variety of shapes and sizes, from small to large, and can depict animals, people, insects, or mythical creatures, with both simple and sophisticated designs. Using Chinese Tea Statues in Meditation Some studies have highlighted that focusing on an object during meditation can lead the human brain to operate at a frequency similar to that of monks and mystics. This state of consciousness offers the opportunity to receive insights or answers to persistent questions, known as “help from above” or “advice from ancestors.” During the tea ceremony, the relaxation induced by the tea itself and the presence of the statues help focus attention and facilitate access to this meditative state.
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The Tea Monkey Statue in Yixing Clay is a charming statue made of Yixing clay, ideal for enriching your traditional tea ceremony. The Statues in the Chinese Tea Ceremony If you have ever witnessed the Chinese tea ceremony Gongfu Cha, you have surely noticed that most tea trays (Cheban) are accompanied by a small clay figurine, known as “茶宠” (tea pet). These Yixing clay artworks are constantly moistened during the tea ceremony, bringing auspices of good luck and prosperity. In China, tea statues are regarded with great respect, sometimes equated with pets. Even though they are simply decorative objects for the tea tray, in many Chinese families, they hold deep symbolic meanings. For example, the dragon statue can represent celestial energy and symbolize a connection to the Tao, or be considered a talisman given by a deceased elder, transmitting wisdom and protection to the family. “Nourishing” Your Tea Statue You can “nourish” your tea statue by pouring it hot water used to warm the tea utensils before drinking, or with the water used to wash the tea leaves at the beginning of the ceremony. Over time, the clay will absorb the aromas and scents of the tea, developing a distinctive patina. Tea statues are available in a variety of shapes and sizes, from small to large, and can depict animals, people, insects, or mythical creatures, with both simple and sophisticated designs. Using Chinese Tea Statues in Meditation Some studies have highlighted that focusing on an object during meditation can lead the human brain to operate at a frequency similar to that of monks and mystics. This state of consciousness offers the opportunity to receive insights or answers to persistent questions, known as “help from above” or “advice from ancestors.” During the tea ceremony, the relaxation induced by the tea itself and the presence of the statues help focus attention and facilitate access to this meditative state.
