{"product_id":"buncheong-iron-orchid-3-person-tea-set","title":"Buncheong Iron Orchid 3-Person Tea Set | Korean Traditional Teaware","description":"\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFor the gathering that deserves to be remembered.\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMost host gifts are forgotten the next day. A Buncheong tea set for three creates a ritual — the kind guests remember months later. Not because of what it cost. Because of what it said about how they were received.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWHY THIS SET IS SPECIAL\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBuncheong (분청사기)\u003c\/strong\u003e is not just pottery. It is a philosophy made visible.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBorn in the early Joseon Dynasty (14th century), Buncheong ware rejected the rigid symmetry of Chinese porcelain in favour of something more honest — earthy, imperfect, deeply human. Korean potters developed a style rooted in \u003cstrong\u003e비움과 여백의 미\u003c\/strong\u003e: the beauty of emptiness and negative space. What is left out matters as much as what is put in.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003e난철사 (iron wire orchid)\u003c\/strong\u003e technique adds one more layer of meaning. Iron pigment is drawn freehand across the surface in a single flowing motion — like a brushstroke that cannot be corrected. The orchid (난) has represented quiet dignity, resilience, and refined character in Korean culture for over a thousand years. It does not shout. It is simply present.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEvery piece from Bakssi Sangbang is hand-thrown and hand-painted. No mould. No machine. No two sets leave the kiln identical. This is not a mass-produced tea set that happens to look traditional. It is a living continuation of a craft tradition that has survived 600 years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs this dishwasher safe?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHand wash only. Dishwasher detergents and rapid temperature changes can dull the iron brushwork and buncheong surface over time. A warm rinse after each use is all it needs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs the glaze food safe?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. All glazes are food safe. If you notice chips or cracks over time, contact us.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I pour boiling water directly into the teapot and cups?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWe recommend 80–95°C water. This protects the pieces from thermal shock and is the ideal brewing temperature for most Korean teas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy does each piece look slightly different from the photos?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBecause it is handmade. Natural differences in color, pattern, and size are expected — and intentional. Each set from the kiln is singular.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow do I care for this set long-term?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRinse with warm water after each use. Avoid abrasive sponges. Store in a dry place. Buncheong develops a gentle patina with use — the set becomes more personal over time, not less beautiful.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBEFORE YOU HESITATE\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWorried about fragile items in shipping?\u003c\/strong\u003e Every set is double-packed for ceramics. Arrives safely — or we replace it.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNot sure it is right?\u003c\/strong\u003e 30-day returns, no questions asked.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrdering as a gift?\u003c\/strong\u003e Add a gift note at checkout — we will include it.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eConcerned about variations from the photo?\u003c\/strong\u003e Each piece differs slightly in color and pattern. This is the nature of handmade Buncheong — not a defect.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"KTeaShop","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56259137929595,"sku":null,"price":277.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0721\/6988\/1886\/files\/HandmadeKoreanBuncheong.png?v=1779194493","url":"https:\/\/kteashop.com\/en-at\/products\/buncheong-iron-orchid-3-person-tea-set","provider":"KTeaShop","version":"1.0","type":"link"}