Masterpiece Tiger Skin Golden Clay Teapot: Ancient Firing Technique by Jiang Yaping
$300.00Jiang Yaping's 340cc Xi Shi teapot combines ancient flame-traced firing with Tiger Skin Golden Clay, creating unique rainbow textures. Features diamond-shaped 9-hole spout and classic carvings.
The Yixing zisha teapot stands as a gem among Chinese traditional handicrafts, blending practicality with artistic value. Crafted by Yixing ceramic artist Jiang Yaping, a national senior craft artist and protégé of zisha master Gu Shaopei, this "Xi Shi" teapot embodies five years of dedicated creation, showcasing unique craftsmanship.
The most striking feature lies in its firing technique. Utilizing the discontinued "Tiger Skin Golden Sand Ancient Flame Mark Firing" method, the entire process resembles creating art within flames. Artisans place raw teapots in specially sealed containers for natural gas firing. Temperature fluctuations leave seven natural flame patterns (red, orange, yellow, black) on the surface, creating unique "flame fingerprints" that resemble rainbows captured in clay.
Crafting such purple clay teapots demands precise control. Kiln atmosphere affects color manifestation, while flame direction determines pattern distribution. Artisans adjust positioning based on experience, sometimes requiring dozens of trials. Perfect flame-marked zisha teapots become exceptionally rare "serendipitous artworks."
The design continues the classic "Xi Shi Pot" aesthetic - a rounded body resembling a maiden's face, perky upward-curving spout, and crescent-shaped handle creating symmetrical beauty. The 340-milliliter capacity suits group tea sessions, while nine rhombus-shaped filter holes ensure optimal brewing. The dual-porosity structure enhances tea aroma preservation, developing patina through prolonged use.
Details reveal meticulous artistry: A dewdrop-shaped knob integrates seamlessly with curved surfaces. Delicate shallow relief carvings depict traditional court ladies, complemented by the engraved phrase "Peerless Beauty Through Ages" that enhances literary charm.
Jiang Yaping's creation preserves traditional zisha techniques while incorporating modern aesthetics. The flame-kissed golden sand material exhibits natural randomness, while the timeless Xi Shi silhouette conveys enduring oriental beauty. This fusion transforms the handmade Yixing teapot from mere utensil to collectible art.
For tea enthusiasts, owning such a Chinese zisha teapot becomes spiritual props connecting to living history. Each use allows tactile communion with centuries of craftsmanship wisdom. The evolving flame patterns gradually transform with time, chronicling shared moments between owner and artifact.
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