Hand-Hammered Copper Tea Cup Coaster

Description

A Quiet Foundation: Hand-Hammered Copper Tea Cup Coaster

Every utensil on a Gongfu tea table serves a purpose — not only in daily function, but in the rhythm and grace of the ritual. The tea cup coaster (tuozi) holds a subtle yet indispensable place. Resting beneath each tasting cup, it protects your wooden or bamboo tea table from heat rings and drips while elevating the act of serving tea into a deliberate ceremony.

Intangible Cultural Heritage: Weifang Copper Craftsmanship

Each coaster is crafted using centuries-old Weifang hammered copper techniques (Wei Xian Za Tong), recognized as an intangible cultural heritage craft. Following the tradition of “one-sheet forging”, artisans shape high-purity red copper (purple copper) or brass through tens of thousands of precise hammer strikes. The overlapping hammer marks form a subtle play of light and shadow, ensuring no two pieces share the exact same pattern.

Customizable Surface Styles & Timeless Finishes

• Two Surface Textures: Choose between the subtle, classic Hammered Copper Finish or the deeper, more tactile Hammered Texture Finish.

• Three Distinct Colors:

  • Red Oxide: A warm, rich reddish-brown patina created through controlled oxidation.

  • Antique Patina: A deep, aged finish ranging from warm bronze to charcoal with hints of amber.

  • Traditional Polished: Natural untreated copper that gradually evolves and deepens over time with daily tea contact.

Living Metal That Evolves Over Time

Copper is a living material. With regular handling and exposure to tea moisture, the surface finish continues to shift and deepen, developing a rich, personalized patina that reflects your journey with the vessel.

Key Features:

• 100% Hand-Forged Pure Copper or Brass: Heavy, durable, and naturally heat-insulating

• Ideal 10cm Diameter: Proportioned to fit standard Gongfu tasting cups and aroma cups

• Three Color Finishes & Two Textures: Tailored options to match your tea table aesthetic

• Set of 5 Value Bundle: Highly recommended for complete Gongfu tea table arrangements

• Heritage Craftsmanship: Authentic Weifang copper forging passed down for centuries

Ordering & Shipping Policy

Handcrafted to order. Please allow 2–3 days for dispatch. For out-of-stock items, custom forging takes approximately 60 days.