Handmade Yixing Clay Tortoise Tea Pet – Ceramic Lid Holder & Kung Fu Tea Table Decoration

Bring balance and charm to your tea table with this Handmade Yixing Clay Tortoise Tea Pet, designed to serve both as a Tea Pet Figurine and a lid rest during Gongfu tea sessions. Shaped in the form of a slow-moving tortoise—a symbol of longevity, calm, and wisdom—this piece combines thoughtful symbolism with functional artistry.

Crafted from authentic purple clay (Zisha), this Chinese Tea Pet is unglazed, allowing tea to nourish its surface over time, developing a richer patina with every pour. Its body is slightly concave, doubling as a resting place for your gaiwan or teapot lid—a practical feature prized in Kung Fu Tea Pet designs.

Whether you're practicing traditional Gongfu brewing or simply adding character to your tea table decoration, this ceramic tea pet offers both meaning and purpose. As a handmade tea pet, each piece has subtle differences in texture and finish, making your tea experience uniquely personal.

This tortoise tea pet is a great addition for collectors, or a memorable gift for tea lovers who value both ritual and tradition.