Sip through time: Explore the shape of tea at Flagstaff House Museum of Tea Ware

The curtain will rise on Wednesday at Flagstaff House Museum of Tea Ware, unveiling a new exhibition that presents a blend of historic tea wares alongside contemporary works by two local artists, tracing the evolution of tea's daily rituals.

The exhibition -- Hong Kong Artist Dialogue Series: Shape of Tea -- will see 35 sets of tea ware from the collections of the museum spanning the Song dynasty to the 20th century, such as tea bowls, tea caddies and teapots.

Notably, the historical pieces will be displayed alongside 20 new creations by Hong Kong wood artist Yan Yung and bamboo artist Inkgo Lam Ka-yu. Drawing inspiration from Song Dynasty aesthetics, the artists will bring their newly created tea bowls, bamboo-carved tea sets, mortise tea racks and bamboo woven tea tables to the audience.

The two artists have incorporated distinctly local elements into their designs, where Yung utilized locally sourced fallen wood to create tea stands that reflect the city's landscape, while Lam presents a six-meter-long wave-shaped tea table installation symbolizing the cherished moments shared among friends.

Additionally, a meticulously constructed tea room by Yung will provide visitors with a space for reflection and relaxation.

An array of engaging activities will also be hosted, including a special “tea contest” demonstration and artist workshops focused on wooden and bamboo tea ware.

Running from November 26 at the Flagstaff House Museum of Tea Ware, the exhibition aims to offer visitors not just a journey of aroma and flavor, but also a spiritual interaction with the evolving culture of tea.

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