Golden and silver arowanas swim among deep blue water plants on this handmade, hand-painted ceramic gaiwan. The underwater scene continues across the lid and saucer, with warm russet accents against a pale blue-green glaze.

Known as the dragon fish for its resemblance to the mythical Chinese dragon, the Asian arowana symbolises prosperity and good fortune in Chinese culture. It’s a fitting design for a gift to a tea lover celebrating a new home or venture.

This three-piece gaiwan includes one cup, a lid and a matching saucer. Steep loose leaf tea directly in the cup, then tilt the lid slightly to hold back the leaves as you pour. Try it with oolong or pu-erh for short, successive gongfu infusions.

Cup measurements:

9 cm in diameter × 6.5 cm high, measured on the cup itself.