Taiwanese Coral Fossil Hand-Carved Water Frog Tea Pet | Auspicious Chrysanthemum Stone Raw Carving Custom Order

Origin: Taiwan Material: Coral Fossil (Precious Taiwanese raw chrysanthemum stone, retaining natural starry crystalline structures and original stone pore formations on the side) Features: Handmade / Custom Orders Accepted Customization: Please communicate with the designer via message for raw stone selection. Shapes can only be approximated and will not be identical. Special requests for specific forms will require a separate quotation. * ♪⁠~ A Treasure for Tea Lovers - Introducing Tea Pets ~⁠♪⁠ A "tea pet" is a cherished companion nurtured and played with by tea enthusiasts using tea. It represents a tranquil space in a tea lover's heart, an outlet for drifting thoughts. Crafted from materials like jade, ceramic, wood, and stone, tea pets come in a myriad of forms. We break free from traditional imagery and conventional ideas, preferring unique designs and collectible value over constraints. We embrace bold creativity. This time, we encountered a hand-carved water frog, patiently sculpted from ancient coral fossil formed over millennia. The stones are sourced from various locations across Taiwan, sometimes a delightful find during our travels, other times the result of dedicated searching. Each stone is the protagonist of its own story, and as we carve, tales of mountains and seas spontaneously unfold. We hope you can feel this sentiment in these moments. ♪⁠~ The Benefits of Tea Pets ~⁠♪⁠ Their sole benefit is tranquility. Discarding complex rituals, they are appreciated by all. During tea preparation, a tea pet acts as a serene companion. By applying tea or leftover tea to the tea pet while drinking, or by directly pouring leftover tea over it, the tea pet gradually becomes lustrous and captivating over time, exuding a tea aroma. With prolonged care, its surface develops a warm, lustrous patina, adding a uniquely rustic charm to your tea set. The natural chrysanthemum crystalline patterns on the side of the original stone, nourished by the tea, will emit an elegant, ancient sheen reminiscent of the gentle rain after a spring shower. Furthermore, a tea pet can also be a hand-held piece. As the name suggests, it's a "pet" to be played with and admired in the hand. Under the touch of a tea lover, it gradually develops a patina, a deepening of color that alters its original hue. The exterior gains a seemingly gentle, oily sheen with an approachable antique feel, like a mask of precious light, full of character. The water frog's plump, rounded resting posture fits perfectly in the palm for handling, its contours exceptionally comfortable, making it irresistible to hold. * Product Name: Taiwanese Coral Fossil (Chrysanthemum Stone) Hand-Carved Water Frog Tea Pet Dimensions: Length 9.9 cm x Width 9.5 cm x Height 3.5 cm (These are maximum measurements from manual measurement; slight errors are inevitable) Origin: Chiayi, Taiwan Craftsmanship: Hand-carved, suitable for gifts and fossil collection Base: This product does not include a base. Customization services are available if needed (a separate product page will be created for ordering; production takes approximately three days. Please feel free to message the designer for inquiries). Preservation Period: Natural raw stones can be preserved indefinitely. https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi93r9z6xl7HuOjQX5h9Fa2MNIOk7a2A-Ju_WXr8s9P3V0uhLpCNSNuuaiBNQH0gzF9joez1Bje7cps-NdgimqweE0sELftiqd3VWv0aWB5rbjUqZhTvXPxjb8XjJq7EqbaMGNmvef3xA13OAZMk_uCHIkUEz62CJjBxxKeIshmXkXtZQFA4m_K3g/s3024/20221203_165047_edited.jpeg ↜↝ Usage and Care Instructions ✿⁠ Treat with Care: Like precious gems, stones, despite their inherent strength, can crack or break if dropped, struck, or subjected to sudden temperature changes. ✿⁠ Daily Care: You can nurture it by placing it in leftover tea, or store it in a safe location, avoiding prolonged exposure to direct sunlight. ✿⁠ Cleaning and Maintenance: For cleaning, gently wipe with a dry cloth. For maintenance, apply a drop of baby oil or petroleum jelly, then wipe clean with a dry cloth. This will enhance the lustrous warmth of the chrysanthemum stone's natural starry patterns and the carved details of the water frog. ✿⁠ Chemical Precautions: Do not use cleaning agents with strong acidic or alkaline properties, or organic solvents, as they may corrode the surface of the raw stone and fossil. ↜↝ Product Customization Rights: (Please read carefully; perfectionists, please consider thoughtfully) ✫ Our original intention is to create an elegant living experience. Fish Bowl Handcrafts offers warm plasticity and customization capabilities! If you have any product questions, please communicate with the designer. Fish Bowl Handcrafts will not shirk responsibility. ✫ Although we have done our best to maintain the original color in the photos, slight color differences may still exist between the photos and different screen displays. Please consider this factor before ordering. ✫ Product sales are limited to the main item; they do not include props, backgrounds, or other decorative items shown in the photos. ✫ Wooden and stone products will retain natural imperfections, as natural phenomena are beyond human control. Cracks in wood will be repaired. Minerals may have natural flaws, original fossil pores, and rough rock surfaces. ✫ Although we have made every effort to keep them intact, minor traces may remain, including original factory/natural marks or subtle carving/knife marks from the crafting process. These are unavoidable signs of handmade artistry but do not affect daily use. ✫ By ordering a custom product, you agree to the designer's concept and rules. Once the order is placed, cancellations, returns, exchanges, and refunds are not possible. ✫ The design and intellectual property rights of this product belong to Fish Bowl/the designer and cannot be used for commercial purposes! All custom styles may be displayed in this Pinkoi design hall in the future. If you do not wish for it to be publicly displayed, please inform us in advance. ✫ If you cannot find your ideal design in our store, or if you have a treasured Taiwanese raw stone that you wish to give new life, please feel free to contact us to schedule a custom order. You are also most welcome to provide your own materials for Fish Bowl to carve! We are happy to answer your questions and thank you for supporting Taiwanese hand-carved craftsmanship.