"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.
My Yixing teapot has a way of unveiling the soul of the tea. Each brew is a journey of discovery, revealing new flavors and aromas that I never knew existed. It has truly deepened my appreciation for the art of tea.
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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.
"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.
"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.
"Shipiao" Yixing teapot- this zisha teapot is a traditional Chinese tea set characterized by its gourd-like or calabash-like shape, with a small top and large bottom, a sturdy and short spout, and a pyramid-shaped body that exudes elegance. Made from high-quality purple clay material, this teapot is known for its hardness and durability, as well as its stable and easy-to-use design. The short and powerful straight spout ensures a smooth and steady flow of water, while the pyramid-shaped body adds a touch of sophistication to any tea ceremony.
"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.
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.
A flattened persimmon-shaped teapot is called a "Short Pan," a slightly taller and flattened spherical-shaped teapot is called a "Medium Pan," and a teapot with a taller and pear-shaped body is called a "Tall Pan." When their daughters got married, they would give a Pan teapot as part of their dowry, hoping that their daughters would be able to live a prosperous life like "Pan Shicheng" who the inventor of the "pan" teapot. teapots that are passed down as part of the dowry are not necessarily used for brewing tea, but can also be placed on dressing tables to hold hair oil. After the female owner passes away, they are often used as burial objects to show gratitude to her family for raising her.
The design of the Palace Lamp "Gongdeng" in the Yongzheng period of the Qing Dynasty. Its prototype was a lantern, designed by an old man from Tuntou Village. Later, the Tuntou Lantern was presented as a tribute to a county-level official who took it to the palace. The Tuntou Lantern was named "Gongdeng" and became an exclusive item for the imperial palace. Later, people replaced the character "Gong" with "Palace," and it became the "Palace Lamp" we know today. The Palace Lamp teapot is designed based on this lantern, often appearing in a square shape with a fresh, natural, and elegant style that is in line with the aesthetic views of ancient people and easily accepted by modern people.
"Shipiao" Yixing teapot- this zisha teapot is a traditional Chinese tea set characterized by its gourd-like or calabash-like shape, with a small top and large bottom, a sturdy and short spout, and a pyramid-shaped body that exudes elegance. Made from high-quality purple clay material, this teapot is known for its hardness and durability, as well as its stable and easy-to-use design. The short and powerful straight spout ensures a smooth and steady flow of water, while the pyramid-shaped body adds a touch of sophistication to any tea ceremony.
This teapot has a cute and silly appearance, so it's named "Han Piao".
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.
"Julun" yixing teapot- this "Julun" zisha teapot is designed for practicality, with a spout that ensures smooth water flow and a handle that is easy to grip. The lid is also uniquely designed for easy removal. Despite its distinctive and eye-catching appearance, the "Julun" teapot is a functional and practical utensil that is highly valued by tea enthusiasts for its ability to brew tea effectively and efficiently. Its unique shape allows tea leaves to fully expand, releasing more aroma and flavor. The name "JuLun" comes from its shape, which resembles an upside-down cartwheel. This teapot is not only aesthetically pleasing but also highly functional, making it a popular choice among tea lovers and collectors.
A flattened persimmon-shaped teapot is called a "Short Pan," a slightly taller and flattened spherical-shaped teapot is called a "Medium Pan," and a teapot with a taller and pear-shaped body is called a "Tall Pan." When their daughters got married, they would give a Pan teapot as part of their dowry, hoping that their daughters would be able to live a prosperous life like "Pan Shicheng" who the inventor of the "pan" teapot. teapots that are passed down as part of the dowry are not necessarily used for brewing tea, but can also be placed on dressing tables to hold hair oil. After the female owner passes away, they are often used as burial objects to show gratitude to her family for raising her.
"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.
As a shape, "Ruyi" is a common pattern and object shape in traditional Chinese culture,the "Ruyi" shape represents auspicious, happiness, and good meanings in Chinese culture.
"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.
"Shipiao" Yixing teapot- this zisha teapot is a traditional Chinese tea set characterized by its gourd-like or calabash-like shape, with a small top and large bottom, a sturdy and short spout, and a pyramid-shaped body that exudes elegance. Made from high-quality purple clay material, this teapot is known for its hardness and durability, as well as its stable and easy-to-use design. The short and powerful straight spout ensures a smooth and steady flow of water, while the pyramid-shaped body adds a touch of sophistication to any tea ceremony.
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