Vintage 80s Chinese terra cotta steamer NWOT

vintage Chinese natural red clay, unglazed terra cotta clay pottery steamer. designed for casseroles, cooking rice and steaming food. It's suitable for gas stoves, ovens and microwaves, and can be used for simmering, baking and serving dishes like bibimbap, soups and porridge. It retains heat well and would be delightful on the table. put over a pot of boiling water to use. This cooker needs steam to heat the food in the pot. Do not place on direct heat Traditionally, food cooked by ceramic pot has rich flavor. Lighter than cast iron, cooks evenly, retains heat effectively. hand wash only, mild soap, dry promptly and thoroughly with a lint-free cloth or paper towel. store in a dry place Brand new, never used, perfect condition. deep red terra cotta, unstained, no chips or nicks. hand etched calligraphy on the outer surface. lid has an etched bird sitting on branches. approx 4" tall, 6" including the lid 8.25" diameter 1.5 L capacity for 4 people traditional, Chinese, Asian, clay, terra cotta, etched, ceramic