"Fanggu" Yixing Teapot - This zisha teapot has an antique cylindrical body shaped like a drum, with a short neck imitating the shape of a drum pot. The spout is also designed to imitate the shape of a drum pot spout, with a straight line. Its advantages include excellent heat preservation, natural color, comfortable texture, and long service life. The "Fanggu" teapot is a unique and elegant choice for tea lovers and collectors alike.
I recently acquired this yixing teapot, and I must say, the craftsmanship is truly exceptional. The attention to detail is remarkable, and the teapot exudes a charming elegance. It has quickly become a treasured piece in my tea collection, and I find myself reaching for it every time I want to savor a delightful cup of tea. Highly recommended for anyone who appreciates fine craftsmanship.
Rachel Brownon Nov 19, 2023
Lovely teapot
I've been using this yixing teapot for a while now, and I have to say, it's absolutely fantastic. The design is lovely, and the unique charm of the clay material gives it a special touch. The pour is smooth and the tea tastes amazing when brewed in it. It's a delightful addition to my tea ritual and I couldn't be happier with it.
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"wendan" in Chinese refers to softness, appearance, and demeanor, while "dan" refers to the female roles in traditional Chinese opera. To literati, the charm and style of the "wendan" teapot are comparable to the beauty of a woman's shoulder, soft and boneless, like the alluring curves of "Xishi", exuding a natural grace and charm. The "wen" in "wendan" represents the soft, delicate appearance of the teapot, while the "dan" represents the feminine qualities that the teapot embodies. The "wendan" teapot is highly valued for its unique and elegant shape, which exudes a natural beauty and grace that is reminiscent of the beauty of a woman.
"Linghua" Yxing teapot is adorned with diamond-shaped patterns all over its body, with the lid seamlessly integrated into the design. The lid is composed of six petals that are symmetrically arranged, and the edges are sharply defined, creating a beautiful and charming appearance. The teapot design evolved from the Line Yun teapot, with the bridge handle blending in with the diamond petals. The spout is shaped like a diamond flower, with a natural curve that is easy to hold. A waistband is tied around the center of the teapot, and the diamond lines intersect perfectly from top to bottom. The lid can be rotated to fit securely on any of the six sides, showcasing the exquisite craftsmanship of this teapot.
The "Longdan" Yixing teapot, also known as the Dragon Ball Teapot, has an oval shape with a flat bottom and a smaller top, resembling an egg. It is crafted using traditional handmade techniques, with intricate carvings and fine texture that result in a deep and rich color. This teapot has excellent heat preservation and enhances the aftertaste of tea, making it suitable for brewing various types of tea. It is both elegant and practical, making it a highly sought-after Zisha teapot.
The design of the "Xubian" zisha teapot is a combination of the elements of the "Xubian" and the "Gongdeng". "Xubian" refers to the flat shape of the body of the pot, while "Gongdeng" refers to the shape of the lid of the pot, which is like a palace lamp. This design not only retains the characteristics of traditional purple clay pots, but also adds some new elements, making the "Biandeng" more ornamental and collectible.
This is a type of teapot shape that was created during the Yuan Dynasty. It's called "SengMao" because the shape of the spout resembles a monk's hat. The shape of the teapot has a raised lip, a low front and high back, a duck-bill shaped spout, and the lid rests inside the lip. It has a narrow neck, a bulging belly, a circular foot, and a curved handle, and is characterized by a strong ethnic minority style.. Initially, it was used exclusively for Buddhist monks to drink tea, but over time it gradually became a classic shape of the square zisha teapot.
"Hehuan" means "all happy",the zisha art master- "Mansheng" was inspired by the beautiful and harmonious sound of the cymbals coming together during the celebration. He believed that this sound brought joy and happiness to people, so he used the shape of the cymbals as a model to design the Hehuan teapot. He named it after the joyous sound they made when struck together, and the teapot's unique shape and design symbolize the harmony and beauty of life.
The Xishi yixing teapot is the quintessential model and the most popular style of Yixing clay teapot. It boasts a round and plump body, a cut lid, a short spout, and an inverted handle. The pot's body resembles the full breast of a young woman, while the knob on the lid is shaped like a nipple. The bottom of the pot curves inward naturally, and the handle is fashioned like an upside-down ear, reminiscent of the hairstyle of ancient Chinese women. When pouring tea, the handle resembles the slender waist of a beautiful woman. The Xishi teapot is renowned for its unique ability to brew tea, allowing the tea leaves to fully expand and release a more intense aroma and flavor.
"Hanwa" Yixing teapot is shaped like a cylindrical jar, which appears straight up and down, but has an arched middle that gives it a strong tension. The lid is a large, slightly bulging and curved circle, with a bridge-shaped knob on top that slopes gently. The straight spout is of moderate length, while the ear-shaped handle is slightly flattened in the middle. Both the spout and handle are polygonal, providing visual changes and a classic combination of square and round in art.
"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.
"Fanggu" Yixing Teapot - This zisha teapot has an antique cylindrical body shaped like a drum, with a short neck imitating the shape of a drum pot. The spout is also designed to imitate the shape of a drum pot spout, with a straight line. Its advantages include excellent heat preservation, natural color, comfortable texture, and long service life. The "Fanggu" teapot is a unique and elegant choice for tea lovers and collectors alike.
"De" means morality,"zhong" means "bell",The bell-shaped lid and body of this zisha teapot symbolize a person with noble character, frugality, and simplicity. Owning this teapot is seen as a sign of being a true gentleman, as it represents the values of humility and refinement.
Pear-shaped yixing teapot,it is one of the pot styles that originated in the Chian Yuan Dynasty and became popular during the China Ming Dynasty. It is named after its pear-like shape.
"Meirenjian" yixing teapot resembles an ancient woman, dignified and lovely, with a hint of palace elegance and grace, yet without losing the charm of a young lady. The shape is full and elegant, mainly reflecting the roundness of the pot body. The pot cover and the pot body seem to be integrated without any gaps. When touched by hand, one can feel its warmth.
"Xishi" yixing teapot is the quintessential model and the most popular style of Yixing clay teapot. It boasts a round and plump body, a cut lid, a short spout, and an inverted handle. The pot's body resembles the full breast of a young woman, while the knob on the lid is shaped like a nipple. The bottom of the pot curves inward naturally, and the handle is fashioned like an upside-down ear, reminiscent of the hairstyle of ancient Chinese women. When pouring tea, the handle resembles the slender waist of a beautiful woman. The Xishi teapot is renowned for its unique ability to brew tea, allowing the tea leaves to fully expand and release a more intense aroma and flavor.
"Duozhi" yixing teapot is a unique and distinctive shape in the world of Yixing zisha teapots. Its shape resembles a pile of spheres and hemispheres stacked together, giving it a unique and eye-catching appearance. The name "Duo Zhi" comes from the Chinese word for "stacking and linking." Due to its unique appearance, this type of teapot is commonly referred to as the "Duozhi teapot." Interestingly, the name "Duozhi" in Chinese also carries a positive connotation, meaning "many children, much happiness." This adds to the charm and appeal of this teapot, making it a popular choice for collectors and tea enthusiasts alike.
"Shuiping“ zisha teapot-Chinese Kung Fu tea is a traditional brewing method that involves putting a large amount of tea leaves in a teapot and only brewing with boiling water, allowing the tea juice to slowly seep out. To achieve this, the teapot must be placed in a tea bowl or tea sea, with hot water poured around the outside of the teapot, causing it to float in the hot water and allowing the tea juice to be brewed. This requires an exquisite production process, with the clay used for the spout and handle of the teapot being of equal quality. When the teapot floats on the surface of the water, it must maintain a horizontal position without tilting, hence the name "shuiping" teapot.
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