I admire the artistic and practical design of this Yixing Teapot. It's not only a beautiful piece to display, but it also brews the most amazing tea. It's a perfect blend of art and utility.
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"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.
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.
"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.
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.
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.
"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.
"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.
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.
"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.
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.
"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.
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.
"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.
The "Dabin-Ruyi" is a classic Yixing teapot designed and made for Dabin during the Ming Dynasty. Dabin designed this teapot with the meaning of "everything goes as desired" .The lid is convex and serves as a cover. The lid is decorated with four symmetrical Ruyi patterns, with a thickness of about 1 millimeter and exquisite craftsmanship. The knob is flat and round, and there is an air hole in the center of the lid that is connected to the knob. The hole in the lid is large, while the hole in the knob is small and round, with precise workmanship. The "sanwan" spout are inwardly curved, giving the teapot a dignified and refined appearance. The Dabin-Ruyi teapot is simple and elegant, with a grandeur that is not overwhelming, fully reflecting the style of Dabin's teapot making.
"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.
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.
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