Zisha Teapots are exquisite handmade treasures, blending art and functionality.

2025-07-20 Zisha Teapot Guide Categroy：under 200cc Views：18

$300.00Zisha teapots, as a traditional Chinese tea ware, carry profound cultural heritage and artistic value. Among them, the fully handmade recommended Ba Fang Qin Quan

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The Yixing purple clay teapot represents a unique treasure in Chinese traditional handicrafts. This particular teapot named "Bafang Qin Quan" draws its shape inspiration from ancient counterweight scales. Its octagonal body features meticulously polished surfaces showcasing vigorous linear aesthetics, adorned with rose patterns that blend traditional charm with contemporary beauty.

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Crafted from rare "Republic of China green" clay sourced from Huanglong Mountain in Yixing, Jiangsu, this zisha teapot exhibits a jade-like green hue achieved through special mineral formulas and prolonged aging. The clay contains natural minerals that develop microscopic metallic crystalline spots after high-temperature firing, creating subtle silver glimmers under light. This unique material enhances tea flavor while maintaining visual appeal.

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With a 50ml capacity ideal for personal tea sessions, this handmade Yixing teapot demonstrates ergonomic design. Its precisely engineered spout ensures drip-free pouring, while the airtight lid remains stable during serving. The contoured handle provides comfortable grip, and the compact size allows perfect palm-fitting texture.

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Created by Fan Jianxin, a national-level craft master with three decades of experience in Yixing zisha pottery, each teapot requires nearly 20 working days of manual shaping. The interior reveals characteristic hand-beaten textures impossible to replicate by machines. The body features miniature carvings (under 0.5mm depth) of China's Four Great Beauties by engraving master Li Luchun, depicting historical scenes like Xi Shi washing silk and Yang Guifei intoxicated.

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This purple clay teapot serves both practical and collectible purposes. The semi-porous walls from traditional beating techniques preserve tea aromas, while the clay develops richer patina through regular use. As a collectible, it integrates three traditional arts: pottery-making, micro-carving, and painting. Each piece includes unique certification documentation.

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Proper maintenance involves initial "pot opening" with tea rinses to season the clay. After each use, thorough cleaning prevents residue buildup. When stored long-term, air-drying in ventilation preserves quality. Careful upkeep gradually develops the teapot's lustrous surface coating.

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The "Bafang Qin Quan" exemplifies peak Chinese craftsmanship, requiring over 60 precise production steps. Minor variations in each handmade piece embody artisan warmth rather than imperfections. For tea enthusiasts, it transcends functionality as a heritage artwork.

Fewer than 100 exist worldwide. With master engraver Li Luchun aging and Fan Jianxin producing only a dozen annually, these collaborative works keep appreciating in value - tripling in market price over five years. Their scarcity and artistic merit ensure enduring collectibility.