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$599.99This meticulously crafted “Two Dragons Playing with a Pearl” Zisha teapot is created by skilled artisan Ni Weiqin. The body of the teapot is made from natural purple clay, known for its robust texture and excellent breathability, which allows it to fully absorb the aroma of tea, enhancing the richness of the brew. The lid features intricately sculpted “Two Dragons Playing with a Pearl” decoration, showcasing extraordinary craftsmanship and symbolizing auspiciousness and celebration.
The teapot shape is known as “Qin Quan.” The design of the “Qin Quan” teapot is inspired by the ancient Chinese weighing instrument called “Quan,” used during the Qin Dynasty as part of the unified system of weights and measures established to consolidate central power. The “Quan” symbolized fairness and authority with its solemn and stable form. Therefore, the “Qin Quan” teapot inherits this sense of weight and dignity, with a rounded and low profile that conveys a sense of stability and grandeur, symbolizing fairness, integrity, and strength.
Additionally, the teapot body is inscribed with the Chinese character “Huan Xi (Joy in English),” further conveying the user’s love for life and pursuit of beauty. The overall design is simple and elegant, with a balanced proportion between the spout, handle, and body, perfectly blending traditional charm and artistic appeal.
Zisha Teapot Care Instructions:
- Simple Preparation: Clean the inside and outside of the teapot. Place it in a container and submerge it in water (fill the teapot with water as well), leaving it to soak overnight. The next day, rinse it with boiling water, and the teapot will be ready for use. This process helps remove any earthy or foreign taste and dust on the teapot.
- Usage: After each use, rinse the teapot thoroughly and keep the interior dry.
$599.99This Half-Moon Yixing teapot is crafted with meticulous semi-handmade techniques, using rare natural purple eggplant clay as the material, and is carefully made by master craftsman Weiqin Ni.
The Half-Moon teapot features a semi-circular arc shape, resembling a crescent moon, which gives it its name. The body is low and rounded, with smooth and natural lines that exude simplicity and elegance.
The teapot showcases the unique, warm luster of natural purple eggplant clay, fine and rich in texture, demonstrating exceptional craftsmanship. The lines of the body flow smoothly, with a well-balanced spout and handle, resulting in a clean and elegant overall design that embodies traditional charm while radiating unique artistic beauty.
Purple eggplant clay is a rare material known for its toughness after being fired at high temperatures, with excellent breathability that enhances the absorption of tea aroma and retains the rich taste of the tea for an extended period. The semi-handmade crafting process ensures the refinement and artistry of the teapot, making each piece uniquely individual. As a renowned teapot artist, Ni Weiqin’s works have always been highly regarded by collectors and tea enthusiasts. This Purple eggplant clay teapot is a testament to her masterful skill and is truly a piece worth savoring and collecting.
Zisha Teapot Care Instructions:
- Simple Preparation: Clean the inside and outside of the teapot. Place it in a container and submerge it in water (fill the teapot with water as well), leaving it to soak overnight. The next day, rinse it with boiling water, and the teapot will be ready for use. This process helps remove any earthy or foreign taste and dust on the teapot.
- Usage: After each use, rinse the teapot thoroughly and keep the interior dry.
$569.99This Liufang Linglong Yixing Teapot is meticulously crafted using semi-handmade techniques by the skilled artisan Weiqin Ni, with original Qing Shui Ni as the primary material.
The clay, Qing Shui Ni, is a pure Zisha (purple clay) ore that undergoes aging and meticulous processing to become refined. Known for its rustic and understated appearance, this clay develops a rich patina and depth of character with prolonged use, making it highly cherished by tea enthusiasts and teapot makers. Its colour is mellow and warm, with a fine texture, exceptional breathability, and fewer impurities compared to other clays, giving it outstanding stability. The longer it is used, the more lustrous and nuanced its reddish tones become, making it increasingly charming over time.
This teapot features a Liufang Linglong spout design, characterised by a well-balanced and elegant shape. The hexagonal lines are sharp yet fluid, creating a harmonious geometric aesthetic. The body of the teapot is exceptionally smooth and rounded, a testament to the artisan’s exceptional craftsmanship. The lid fits seamlessly with the teapot body, and the knob is simple yet full, making it easy to lift and handle. The spout ensures smooth and even water flow, while the gracefully curved handle integrates perfectly with the pot’s body, providing a comfortable grip and ease of use.
The Liufang Linglong design reflects the traditional cultural values of precision and harmony, while also conveying the auspicious meaning of “double sixes for good fortune” in Chinese tradition. This teapot is not only a practical tool for brewing tea but also a piece of art that embodies the profound cultural heritage and timeless charm of Yixing tea ware.
Zisha Teapot Care Instructions:
- Simple Preparation: Clean the inside and outside of the teapot. Place it in a container and submerge it in water (fill the teapot with water as well), leaving it to soak overnight. The next day, rinse it with boiling water, and the teapot will be ready for use. This process helps remove any earthy or foreign taste and dust on the teapot.
- Usage: After each use, rinse the teapot thoroughly and keep the interior dry.
$569.99This Junshang Zisha Teapot is crafted using a delicate semi-handcrafted technique and made from rare, natural purple eggplant clay. Created by the skilled artisan Ni Weiqin, the teapot features the unique, warm hue and fine texture characteristic of purple eggplant clay, showcasing exceptional craftsmanship. Its smooth lines, well-balanced spout, and handle give the teapot a simple yet elegant shape, combining traditional charm with a distinct artistic aesthetic.
Purple eggplant clay is a rare clay material known for its sturdy texture and excellent breathability after high-temperature firing. It can absorb the tea’s aroma and maintain the richness and flavor of the tea over a long period. The delicate semi-handcrafted technique ensures the teapot’s refined details and artistry, giving each teapot its unique character. As a renowned master teapot maker, Weiqin Ni’s works have always been highly valued by collectors and tea enthusiasts. This purple eggplant clay teapot is a testament to the artist’s dedication and craftsmanship, making it a worthy piece for tea appreciation and collection.
Zisha Teapot Care Instructions:
- Simple Preparation: Clean the inside and outside of the teapot. Place it in a container and submerge it in water (fill the teapot with water as well), leaving it to soak overnight. The next day, rinse it with boiling water, and the teapot will be ready for use. This process helps remove any earthy or foreign taste and dust on the teapot.
- Usage: After each use, rinse the teapot thoroughly and keep the interior dry.
$569.99This Zi Zhi Yixing teapot is meticulously handcrafted using fine purple clay as the raw material. It is carefully crafted by artisan Weiqin Ni, a skilled master of arts and crafts.
The teapot’s body features a clean and fluid design, embodying the rustic beauty of traditional Yixing clay craftsmanship. Its form is sturdy and elegant, with a flattened round shape that exudes strength and resilience. The spout is short and straight, ensuring smooth pouring, while the handle is naturally connected to the body, providing a comfortable grip. The surface of the teapot reveals the fine sandy texture unique to purple clay, with a warm and natural luster that enhances its understated charm.
Yixing purple clay, represented by purple clay, best showcases the timeless and elegant characteristics of Yixing craftsmanship, fully expressing the charm of Yixing teapots. Purple clay is rustic and rugged, with a subdued and restrained tone, likened to a mature man radiating masculinity. Teapots made from high-quality purple clay develop a jade-like warmth after use, earning the reputation of “purple jade and golden sand.”
In addition, purple clay is known for its excellent plasticity, breathability, and stability, making it an ideal material for crafting teapots.
Zisha Teapot Care Instructions:
- Simple Preparation: Clean the inside and outside of the teapot. Place it in a container and submerge it in water (fill the teapot with water as well), leaving it to soak overnight. The next day, rinse it with boiling water, and the teapot will be ready for use. This process helps remove any earthy or foreign taste and dust on the teapot.
- Usage: After each use, rinse the teapot thoroughly and keep the interior dry.
$569.99This Zi Zhi Golden Yixing teapot is meticulously handcrafted using fine golden clay as the raw material. It is carefully crafted by artisan Weiqin Ni, a skilled master of arts and crafts.
The teapot’s body features a clean and fluid design, embodying the rustic beauty of traditional Yixing clay craftsmanship. Its form is sturdy and elegant, with a flattened round shape that exudes strength and resilience. The spout is short and straight, ensuring smooth pouring, while the handle is naturally connected to the body, providing a comfortable grip. The surface of the teapot reveals the fine sandy texture unique to purple clay, with a warm and natural luster that enhances its understated charm.
This teapot is crafted from golden clay, a type of clay that forms the weathered layer of clay ore. It is distinguished by its clear coloration and excellent breathability, making it a premium variety among clays. The finished product exhibits a dark golden hue, with a subtle depth in color. Upon close inspection, one can observe fine black particles distributed within the clay, which are small clusters of hematite that turn black after firing. The clay is rich in oil content, making it easy to develop a patina through regular use. With prolonged use and care, the yellow tones become increasingly pronounced. The golden clay contains relatively large particles and has a loose structure, resulting in a distinct double-pore formation in the body of the teapot. Over time, with continued use, the teapot gradually reveals its unique character, undergoing significant transformation, making it an ideal material for cultivating and appreciating teapots.
Zisha Teapot Care Instructions:
- Simple Preparation: Clean the inside and outside of the teapot. Place it in a container and submerge it in water (fill the teapot with water as well), leaving it to soak overnight. The next day, rinse it with boiling water, and the teapot will be ready for use. This process helps remove any earthy or foreign taste and dust on the teapot.
- Usage: After each use, rinse the teapot thoroughly and keep the interior dry.
$569.99This Gongdeng Yixing teapot is crafted with meticulous semi-handmade techniques, using purple clay as the material, and is carefully made by master craftsman Weiqin Ni.
The Gongdeng Purple Clay Teapot, as its name suggests, boasts a unique design reminiscent of a traditional, elegant palace lantern, exuding an air of sophistication and nobility. The teapot features smooth, flowing lines, with a meticulously crafted spout and lid that combine practicality with artistic charm. During tea brewing, the Gongdeng Purple Clay Teapot enhances its thermal insulation properties, allowing the aroma and flavours of the tea leaves to be fully released.
One side of the teapot is adorned with exquisite bamboo leaf relief carvings, with vivid and natural lines symbolising resilience and purity. The other side bears the inscription “君子尚德” (Gentlemen Value Virtue), encouraging kindness and benevolence. The script is neatly and elegantly engraved, reflecting the artisan’s dedication to quality and artistry.
This teapot is made from purple clay, renowned for its excellent breathability and absorption. It not only enhances the richness of the tea but also develops a more lustrous and refined surface over time with use. The warm and delicate texture of the purple clay, coupled with its understated elegance, embodies the essence of traditional aesthetics, making it a cherished choice for both enthusiasts and collectors of purple clay teapots.
The Gongdeng Purple Clay Teapot is not just a functional tea-making vessel but also a masterpiece that embodies the heritage of Chinese traditional culture and aesthetic craftsmanship. Whether used for daily tea brewing or displayed as a collectible, it highlights the refined taste and elegance of its owner.
Zisha Teapot Care Instructions:
- Simple Preparation: Clean the inside and outside of the teapot. Place it in a container and submerge it in water (fill the teapot with water as well), leaving it to soak overnight. The next day, rinse it with boiling water, and the teapot will be ready for use. This process helps remove any earthy or foreign taste and dust on the teapot.
- Usage: After each use, rinse the teapot thoroughly and keep the interior dry.
$569.99This Gongdeng Zisha Teapot is meticulously handcrafted with semi-manual techniques, made from natural purple clay and carefully crafted by the skilled artisan Ni Weiqin.
The Gongdeng Zisha Teapot, as its name suggests, features a distinctive design reminiscent of an ancient palace lantern, evoking a sense of elegance and sophistication. Its teapot body has smooth lines, and the spout and lid are crafted with precision, combining practicality with artistic charm. During tea brewing, the Gongdeng teapot effectively retains heat, allowing the aroma and flavor of the tea to fully develop.
One side of the teapot is adorned with an intricate floral and bird motif. The branches stretch gracefully, while the birds are depicted in lively poses, creating a scene brimming with vitality and poetic beauty, symbolizing harmony and the beauty of nature. The other side features neatly engraved characters, reflecting the artisan’s dedication to quality and artistry.
This teapot is made from purple clay, renowned for its excellent breathability and absorption properties. It enhances the richness of tea flavor and develops a lustrous patina with prolonged use, making it a favorite among Zisha teapot enthusiasts. The purple clay’s warm and delicate texture, combined with its understated elegance, embodies a deep sense of traditional charm, making it a premium choice for both tea lovers and collectors.
The Gongdeng Zisha Teapot is not only a practical tea-brewing vessel but also a cherished piece of art that carries forward the cultural heritage and aesthetic craftsmanship of China. Whether used for daily tea ceremonies or displayed as a collectible, it highlights the user’s refined taste and elegance.
Zisha Teapot Care Instructions:
- Simple Preparation: Clean the inside and outside of the teapot. Place it in a container and submerge it in water (fill the teapot with water as well), leaving it to soak overnight. The next day, rinse it with boiling water, and the teapot will be ready for use. This process helps remove any earthy or foreign taste and dust on the teapot.
- Usage: After each use, rinse the teapot thoroughly and keep the interior dry.
$569.99This Xian Yuan Yixing teapot is meticulously handcrafted using premium red Jiangpo clay by the skilled artisan Weiqin Ni. The clay is fine and textured, exuding a warm red luster that is understated yet elegant, embodying a deep sense of traditional charm.
The teapot features the classic “Xian Yuan” design, characterized by a clean and refined silhouette. The body is defined by smooth and graceful curves, with seamlessly flowing lines that showcase meticulous craftsmanship. The rim is perfectly level, and the lid fits snugly with the body. The rounded knob on the lid is both aesthetically pleasing and easy to grasp, ensuring comfort during use. The handle is beautifully curved, offering a comfortable grip, while the spout is smooth and ensures a steady and even flow of water. The “Xian Yuan” shape is rooted in traditional geometric aesthetics, emphasizing harmonious proportions and smooth lines. It exemplifies the spirit of Yixing craftsmanship while imparting a serene and subtle beauty to its form.
Red Jiangpo clay is known for its rich texture, excellent oiliness, and remarkable breathability, making it ideal for tea brewing and nurturing. This clay enhances the aroma of tea and elevates its flavour, producing a rich and mellow brew. It is an exceptional choice for both tea enthusiasts and collectors.
With its exquisite craftsmanship and attention to detail, this teapot excels in both functionality and artistic value. Whether used for daily tea brewing or as a display piece, it showcases extraordinary quality and represents the perfect fusion of traditional Yixing artistry with modern aesthetics.
Zisha Teapot Care Instructions:
- Simple Preparation: Clean the inside and outside of the teapot. Place it in a container and submerge it in water (fill the teapot with water as well), leaving it to soak overnight. The next day, rinse it with boiling water, and the teapot will be ready for use. This process helps remove any earthy or foreign taste and dust on the teapot.
- Usage: After each use, rinse the teapot thoroughly and keep the interior dry.
