These large, tiered wooden containers with handles are traditional Chinese tea set, likely dating from the late 19th or early 20th century and associated with Chinese households. The set features a wooden container for storing tea leaves and a collection of teapots used for preparing and serving tea to guests, highlighting the significance of tea-drinking traditions and social gatherings. Tea drinking was a valued social tradition among wealthy Chinese families and influential business leaders, playing a central role in daily life, social interactions, and business discussions.. The practice of serving tea to guests reflected ideals of hospitality, respect, and social status within the community. This tradition reflects the enduring influence of Chinese cultural practices brought to Southeast Asia by immigrant communities. Today, traditional tea containers have largely been replaced by modern packaging and storage methods that are more convenient and effective at preserving tea.