Masterpiece Yixing Clay Teapot: Long Zun Dragon Vessel by Wang Qiming, National Craft Artist

2025-07-12 Zisha Teapot Guide Categroy：201-350cc Views：19

$300.00National artisan Wang Qiming's 240cc Yixing teapot, crafted from aged green clay through full manual techniques, develops unique patina over time.

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The Yixing purple clay teapot represents traditional Chinese craftsmanship, serving both as practical utensils and cultural artifacts embodying artistic value. This particular teapot named "Dragon Chalice," handmade by national-level artisan Mr. Wang Qiming, showcases the essence of purple clay craftsmanship.

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Crafted from 240cc of rare Republic of China-era green clay material naturally aged for a decade, this zisha teapot exhibits a slightly rough texture initially. The handmade yixing teapot gradually develops jade-like luster through prolonged use, characteristic of vintage green clay's natural transformation.

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Employing traditional manual techniques, Mr. Wang integrates dragon motifs through thirty years of expertise. The spout mimics a dragon's head curvature while the handle resembles a coiled tail, achieving powerful yet elegant proportions. Each step from clay slab forming to sculpting demands precise hand control.

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The chinese zisha teapot's material holds exceptional value as Republic-era green clay deposits have become scarce. Long-term mineral oxidation creates micro-pores that absorb tea essence. Though initially dry, daily use over three months develops oily radiance. The yixing teapot handmade process ensures perfect lid alignment and tactile dragon reliefs through entirely manual execution.

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This purple clay teapot enhances tea quality through its dual-porosity structure that regulates temperature and preserves aroma. Dedicated to single tea types, it develops purer fragrance absorption. Post-use air drying facilitates unique patina evolution, with initial gray-green surfaces transforming into deep amber tones over 2-3 years.

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New users should sterilize with boiling water and initiate with light teas. Avoid detergents when cleaning with soft cloths. Proper maintenance enables decades of service, making this china purple clay teapot both functional and collectible.

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Mr. Wang's "Dragon Chalice" balances ergonomic design with artistic expression, featuring calculated proportions for smooth pouring. Its handmade yixing zisha teapot craftsmanship continues Yixing's centuries-old tradition, where fingertips discern natural clay particles merged with human artistry, embodying the spiritual props of cultural heritage through tactile materiality.

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