Tea Presence
The story behind the symbol
The Met holds a Chinese Yixing stoneware teapot shaped like a plum blossom, attributed to Shi Dabin. Its floral form brings attention to the vessel itself, as well as to the drink prepared inside it.
Cultural source: The Met — Teapot in the Shape of a Plum Blossom (opens in a new tab)Original Oralumia reflection
A familiar object can disappear into the task it serves. In this original reading, the shaped teapot invites a little attention to what is already in your hands. You do not need a special ceremony to notice an ordinary moment more fully.
A question to sit with
Which familiar part of your day have you been passing through without noticing?
One small action
For two minutes, pause with a drink at a comfortable temperature. Notice the cup, its weight and one detail you usually miss.