Zisha teapots, crafted by Huang Ziying, combine elegance and functionality in red dragon clay.

2025-06-03 Zisha Teapot Guide Categroy：201-350cc Views：1

$471.43Zisha teapots, as treasures among traditional Chinese tea wares, have always been highly sought after by collectors and tea enthusiasts. Today, we introduce a remarkable

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The peacock spreading its tail Yixing teapot is an exquisite representative of traditional Chinese craftsmanship. Created by Huang Ziying, a full senior craft artist, this piece showcases the pinnacle of zisha teapot artistry. Made from authentic Hongpilong clay with a 220ml capacity, it maintains practical functionality while embodying the delicate characteristics of Chinese purple clay teapots.

Zisha Teapots: Peacock Spreading Its Feathers | 3 | 300 CNY 2

Hongpilong clay ranks among the most precious materials for crafting yixing zisha teapots. When fired at high temperatures, this clay develops a natural reddish luster with a texture resembling infant skin. Teapots made from this material not only possess visual elegance but also excellent breathability. Through prolonged use, the vessel gradually absorbs tea aromas while developing a warmer patina - a unique charm of handmade yixing teapots.

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The most captivating feature lies in its ergonomic design. The rounded body with smooth contours resembles a polished pebble, while the upward-curving spout mimics a swan's graceful neck. The distinctive "large winged handle" forms a natural heart shape when gripped, combining comfort with the artisan's spiritual props of goodwill for users.

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Every detail reveals meticulous craftsmanship. The precision-fitted lid prevents leakage, while the silk-like surface results from repeated polishing. Fourteen evenly distributed filter holes ensure smooth pouring and effective tea separation, demonstrating the maker's commitment to functionality.

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Master Huang Ziying incorporated four decades of experience into this purple clay teapot. The spherical interior allows full tea leaf expansion, while the handle curvature was refined through multiple trials to accommodate different hand sizes. As a China purple clay teapot, its collectible value grows through daily use, developing unique patina that chronicles each tea-brewing story.

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For optimal use, dedicate this yixing teapot to one tea type to preserve flavor purity. Initial preparation involves 30-minute warm water immersion to "awaken" the clay. Clean only with water to maintain its natural breathability, avoiding detergents.

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This Peacock Spreading Its Tail masterpiece blends traditional techniques with contemporary aesthetics, functioning equally well as daily utensil or artistic decor. Whether for personal use or as a gift to tea enthusiasts, it offers foreign friends tangible access to Chinese tea culture while demonstrating the nation's exceptional teapot craftsmanship.

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