Since the 15th Century, prized for their elegance and exceptional tea brewing capabilities. Made of yixing unglazed clay, they absorb teas' essential oils and improve ensuing brews.
The "Banyue" Yixing teapot has always held a special place for its simplicity, elegance, and gracefulness. The "Banyue" Yixing teapot is harmonious, spacious, and concise, with a balance between outward expression and inward restraint. It is like a beautiful piece of writing that becomes more intoxicating with each read. The teapot creates a sense of longing for reunion, as expressed in the Chinese saying, "the bright moon sends thoughts a thousand miles, while the half moon intensifies them even more." The teapot not only speaks of longing but also expresses the traditional Chinese cultural yearning for "full moon, full people." Therefore, the "Banyue" Yixing teapot is a true embodiment of Chinese culture.
"Lianzi" means Lotus Seed, "lianzi" family has various shapes and forms, which reflects the Buddhist saying "Lotus originates from the heart, and the heart gives rise to infinite forms." the shape of the Lotus Seed was characterized by a straight mouth, drooping shoulders, circular feet, and a round and bulging body with a slightly bulging cover, resembling a lotus seed. Over time, the design evolved from being simple and rustic to being elegant and graceful, with the lid raised and adorned with a bead knob, making it look more towering. A small spout gracefully protrudes from the shoulder of the pot, while the handle is shaped like a woman's arm in a graceful and elegant stance.
"Xubian" yixing teapot is considered one of the most challenging shapes to create in traditional handmade purple clay pottery. In fact, it's said in the industry that "one point of shaping equals one point of difficulty in forming." To create this teapot, the potter must start with a cylindrical shape and then use a "clay pat" to gently tap and flatten the clay without causing it to collapse. This requires a great deal of skill and precision in manual operation, making it a difficult and time-consuming process. Despite the challenges, the Xubian teapot is highly valued by collectors and tea enthusiasts for its unique and elegant shape, as well as its ability to brew tea with a rich and full flavor.
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