Tang Art Hunting Patterns Cultural & Creative Series | Collect a piece of beauty from the Tang Dynasty

In the previous episode, we showcased the Tang Dynasty replica silver cup with a hunting motif and high foot. Through the hunting scenes depicted on this silver cup, we can vividly glimpse the hunting life of Tang Dynasty emperors and gain valuable insights into the aesthetic tastes of the Tang era. Inspired by this hunting-motif silver cup, we’ve launched a series of cultural and creative products featuring hunting-themed designs. “Hunting-pattern silver ewer” and “Hunting-pattern silver tea canister.”

Hunting-pattern silver ewer

Gram weight: 440g

Caliber ：64 mm

Size: long 154 x Wide 97 x High 153 mm

The vessel’s shape follows the design of Tang Dynasty ewers. Crank Handhold, short-necked bowl, Mouth shaped like a hexagon 、 The pot has a stout, rounded body. Its surface is adorned with a fish-belly pattern as a base, upon which are depicted hunting motifs. The hunting motifs are inspired by a high-footed silver cup. The pot features bud-shaped handles and petal-shaped grips, connected to the lid via a chain. The lid itself is shaped like a lotus petal, formed by two symmetrical lobes featuring honeysuckle patterns; beneath each lobe, there’s a swirling cloud motif. The pot’s neck is encircled by a band of arabesque and leaf-and-petal designs, while the base... Three-layer decoration Lotus petal pattern ， Hand ornament Double line Diamond pattern 。 Made entirely of sterling silver and handcrafted, it features an ingenious design, a simple yet elegant aesthetic, and exceptionally refined craftsmanship. The overall style is round and substantial, and it can be quickly filled with liquid via a direct-flow design. Paired with the hunting-pattern high-foot silver cup, it can serve as either a wine vessel or a tea vessel—and it’s also heatable.

Hunting-pattern silver tea canister

Gram weight: 224g

Caliber ：46mm

Size: Wide 90x High 110mm

The tea canister shares a striking similarity with the teapot in both appearance and function: it features a flared mouth and a rounded body, just like the teapot, and is fitted with an inner silver lid that ensures superior sealing and freshness retention. The canister’s body is adorned with a fish-scale pattern as its base, complemented by a hunting motif—both embellished using exquisite gilding and chiseled craftsmanship, showcasing exceptional artistry and meticulous attention to detail.

Love tea of the Everyone knows that tea must be stored properly. ， The top recommendation for tea storage containers is, of course, silver tea cans.

Its characteristics are:

1、 Freshness preservation function: Silver ions have a bactericidal effect, which can inhibit the growth and reproduction of bacteria and molds in tea leaves, reducing the risk of tea spoilage and thereby effectively maintaining its freshness.

2、 Flavor-preserving function: The sterling silver tea canister is odorless and tasteless, ensuring that it won't interfere with the natural aroma of the tea leaves, thus allowing the tea's original fragrance to be fully and authentically preserved.

3、 Excellent sealing: The silver tea canister boasts superior sealing performance, effectively isolating the tea leaves from contact with external air and preventing them from becoming damp, oxidizing, and deteriorating.

4、 Moisture- and light-proof: The silver canister is opaque, effectively blocking light exposure and minimizing the loss of valuable nutrients in the tea. At the same time, its excellent sealing ensures that moisture from the air cannot enter, thus preventing the tea from becoming damp.

5 , Collectible value The silver can has a glossy texture and boasts a certain decorative appeal, making it an exquisite gift perfect for tea collection and as a thoughtful present. ， After careful maintenance and regular handling by the owner, ， Bearing the accumulation of time, it is even more flavorful and can be passed down through generations. 。

“ In ancient China, hunting has always been regarded as a momentous event, and hunting motifs have appeared in bronze artifacts from the Warring States period, mural paintings and carved stone reliefs from the Han dynasty, and brick paintings from the Wei and Jin dynasties. The significance of ancient hunting scenes went beyond merely depicting hunted animals; rather, they primarily served to reflect the lifestyles of emperors and aristocrats, often incorporating elements of military training, martial arts practice, and military reviews. Although hunting imagery had already appeared before the Tang dynasty, these earlier depictions were smaller in scale, simpler in content, and differed significantly in terms of composition and the portrayal of figures. The emergence of hunting motifs on Tang-dynasty silverware was a sudden phenomenon, markedly distinct from earlier hunting images. Its origins extend far beyond traditional Chinese hunting themes. ”。

I We hope to... The hunting-pattern cultural and creative products allow more people to learn about and fall in love with Tang Dynasty culture, and to experience the profound depth of Chinese civilization. At the same time, we hope these products will become an integral part of people’s daily lives, bringing more color and joy to their everyday routines. 。