Authentic 100-Mesh Aged Purple Clay Teapot: Handcrafted Hanwa Design by Master Zhuangli

2025-10-15 Zisha Teapot Guide Categroy：under 200cc Views：9

$257.14Master Zhuangli's 180cc Hanwa teapot combines 100-mesh aged purple clay with timeless design, offering effortless maintenance and superior tea brewing performance.

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This purple clay teapot is crafted from premium century-old purple clay filtered through 100-mesh screens, featuring a traditional Hanwa-style design inspired by ancient roof tiles. Entirely handcrafted by master Zhuang Li, this 180-milliliter teapot showcases clean lines and practical functionality, particularly through its uniquely widened opening.

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The aged purple clay undergoes 100-mesh filtration for refined texture, developing a natural luster after high-temperature firing. Through regular tea brewing, the surface gradually acquires an oily sheen resembling warm jade. The cylindrical body replicates traditional architectural aesthetics while offering three advantages: accommodating whole tea leaves (ideal for pu'er and white teas), enabling easy interior cleaning, and ensuring smooth water pouring.

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Master Zhuang's expertise manifests in the meticulous clay preparation - repeated wedging eliminates air pockets, resulting in nearly poreless yet breathable walls that preserve tea aroma. Employing traditional manual slab-building techniques, she shapes clay with wooden mallets and precision clay cutting wheels. The spout and ergonomic handle achieve perfect symmetry through hand-sculpting.

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When brewing tea, this yixing teapot reveals its evolving character. The initial maroon surface gradually develops patina similar to antique artifacts through daily use. The lid achieves perfect sealage over time, preventing leaks even when fully filled. Its 400-gram weight balances substance and comfort during prolonged use.

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Ideal for fermented teas, the spacious interior allows full leaf expansion while maintaining optimal temperature. Post-use maintenance simply requires water rinsing (avoid detergents) and gentle wiping with soft tea cloth. After three months' regular use, distinctive glossy patterns emerge like wood grain, accompanied by subtle earthy fragrances during brewing.

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As a collectible art piece, each detail reflects craftsmanship - from precisely positioned air vents controlling water flow to the master's seal engraved at the base. The clay gradually transforms hues with usage, chronicling the owner's tea journey. Years of proper care will enhance its unique luster, making it an irreplaceable spiritual props in tea rituals.