Kungfuyang Handcrafted Yixing Zisha Teapot with Poetry & Floral Carvings

TP110725C-001
$135.00 USD
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Bring focused detail to your tea practice with Handcrafted Yixing Zisha Teapot with Poetry & Floral Carvings, selected by Kungfuyang for gongfu tea and daily rituals.

Product Highlights

  • Teapot selected for gongfu tea and daily rituals
  • Distinctive carved detail
  • Capacity: 180ml

Materials & Craft

The source listing identifies Yixing purple clay. Its carved detail gives this teapot a distinct visual and tactile character.

Small variations in tone, glaze, texture, brushwork, or dimensions can occur in craft-led pieces and are part of their individual character.

Product Details

yixing zisha teapot eggplant shape – Handcrafted Yixing Zisha Teapot with Poetry & Floral Carvings by Kungfuyang

Product Specifications

Capacity: 180ML

Diameter: 11.0CM

Depth: 8.5CM

Material:  Zisha Clay

Food Safe: Yes

Packaging: Premium gift box

 

Exquisite Hongpi Long Clay: A Rare Treasure

Crafted from precious Hongpi Long clay , this teapot embodies rarity and tradition.

Clay Characteristics:

  • Scarce Material: Mined beneath the yellow stone layers of Yixing, authentic Hongpi Long clay has become increasingly rare.

  • Distinctive Color: Raw clay appears reddish-brown, transforming into a vibrant vermilion when fired at high temperatures

  • Unique Composition: Higher quartz content with abundant mica particles creates exceptional micro-porosity

  • Tea-Brewing Advantages:
    ✓ Excellent heat retention with easy temperature control
    ✓ Naturally enhances tea flavors, perfect for both beginners and connoisseurs
    ✓ Develops richer patina and deeper red tones over time

Artistic Mastery: Poetry & Nature in Harmony

1. Carved Calligraphy - Zhuge Liang's Admonitions to My Son

  • Features a hand-engraved excerpt from the Three Kingdoms period masterpiece

  • Rendered in wild cursive script (caoshu), capturing the energy of ancient Chinese scholarship

  • Text selection reflects wisdom for modern living:
    "Non-inaction clarifies the mind, non-attachment strengthens the will..."

2. Pear Blossom Carving

  • Opposite side displays delicate pear flowers in relief

  • Symbolizes purity and resilience in Chinese culture

  • Combines with the poetry to create a literati aesthetic

Carving Technique:
✓ Each stroke carved pre-firing with surgical precision
✓ Depth variations create dramatic light play

Qie Gua (Eggplant) Shape: Ode to Nature

Design Philosophy:

  • Inspired by the organic curves of an eggplant

  • Represents the Chinese ideal of "returning to simplicity"

  • Compact form fits perfectly in the palm (180ml capacity)

Functional Artistry:
✔ Rounded belly promotes ideal tea leaf expansion
✔ Short spout ensures precise pouring control
✔ Comfortable handle designed for extended use

Ideal For

This teapot is suited to gongfu tea and daily rituals, personal collections, and thoughtful gifting where appropriate.

Care Instructions

Hand wash gently with warm water unless the original specifications state otherwise. Avoid abrasive cleaners and sudden temperature changes, then dry completely before storage.

About Kungfuyang

Kungfuyang is dedicated to Chinese tea culture, bringing together expressive teaware, practical accessories, and distinctive teas for unhurried daily rituals. We focus on clear product details, thoughtful presentation, and pieces that help people build a personal tea practice.

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FAQ

What is included?

The included pieces, capacity, dimensions, and finish are defined by the selected variant and the preserved product specifications.

Will every piece look exactly the same?

Small variations in tone, glaze, texture, brushwork, or dimensions can occur in craft-led pieces and are part of their individual character.

How should I care for it?

Hand wash gently with warm water unless the original specifications state otherwise. Avoid abrasive cleaners and sudden temperature changes, then dry completely before storage.

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