Kungfuyang Longquan Celadon Ge-Kiln Shipiao （石瓢）Teapot
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Bring focused detail to your tea practice with Longquan Celadon Ge-Kiln Shipiao （石瓢）Teapot, selected by Kungfuyang for gongfu tea and daily rituals.
Product Highlights
- Teapot selected for gongfu tea and daily rituals
- Distinctive crackle-glaze texture
- Capacity: 220ml
Materials & Craft
The source listing identifies Yixing purple clay. Its crackle-glaze texture 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
A Masterpiece of Crackled Elegance
Product Specifications
Capacity: 220ML
Diameter: 13.5CM
Height: 7.3CM
Material: Kaolin Clay
Food Safe: Yes
Packaging: Premium gift box
As one of the "Five Great Kilns" of the Song Dynasty (alongside Ru, Guan, Jun, and Ding), the exact location of Ge Kiln remains one of archaeology's greatest unsolved mysteries. According to Ming Dynasty records like Xuande Bronze Manual, Ge Kiln served as an exclusive imperial kiln during Southern Song, renowned for its distinctive "golden threads and iron cracks" glaze pattern. With fewer than 100 authentic pieces extant—mostly housed in the Beijing and Taipei Palace Museums—these works are considered "the emperors of porcelain."
Technical Secrets
A fusion of "official kiln techniques with folk kiln spirit":
- Clay: Iron-rich zisha clay aged through 18 refining steps
- Glaze: Longquan celadon base with agate powder, creating jade-like opacity
- Firing: "Three-firing-three-cooling" process in dragon kilns at 1230°C±10°C
Product Highlights:
- Iconic "Golden Threads & Iron Cracks" – Each piece showcases the legendary Ge Kiln glaze pattern, where natural black fissures ("iron cracks") intertwine with delicate amber veins ("golden threads") that deepen over time with tea infusion.
- Classic Stone Dipper Shape – Inspired by the timeless Shi Piao(石瓢) design from China's tea culture golden age, featuring perfect 45° angled spout for precision pouring and ergonomic bamboo-knot handle.
- Antique Cream Glaze – Meticulously formulated(米黄)celadon achieves a soft, parchment-like warmth reminiscent of Song Dynasty imperial wares.
Ideal for collectors seeking a functional heirloom that bridges 12th-century aesthetics with contemporary tea science.
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.
Shipping & Packaging
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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.