Master Fan Xijun's Three-Legged Zhoupan: Rare Ancient Kiln Zisha Artistry

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$514.29Authentic 50cc Yixing Zisha teapot, handcrafted with ancient kiln clay by Master Fan Xijun. Collector-grade artistry with cultural heritage value.

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The Yixing teapot is a unique treasure in Chinese traditional handicrafts. It serves not only as a tool for brewing tea but also as a cultural artifact carrying profound heritage. This particular Yixing zisha teapot, crafted by an inheritor from a renowned purple clay family in Yixing, holds exceptional collectible value.

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Named "Three-legged Zhoupan", this handmade Yixing teapot was personally created by Mr. Fan Xijun, a nationally certified senior craft artist born in 1969 in Zisha Village - the famous purple clay production hub. Establishing his Yiyuanxuan Studio with his wife in 1989, Fan has accumulated over three decades of craftsmanship experience after studying under Jiangsu Province's master artisan Ling Xigou.

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The most distinctive feature of this Chinese Yixing teapot lies in its material - special zisha clay processed through ancient dragon kiln wood-fired techniques. This traditional firing method requires continuous temperature monitoring for days, resulting in natural fire marks and ash deposits that create unique surface patterns. The wood-fired purple clay teapot demonstrates superior breathability that enhances tea aroma extraction.

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With a 50cc capacity ideal for personal tea sessions, this handmade zisha teapot adopts a tripod-inspired structure. Its three legs ensure stability while maintaining aesthetic appeal. The precisely calculated spout curvature ensures drip-free pouring, and the ergonomic knob design offers comfortable handling. The lid-to-body fit achieves hair-thin precision, a crucial standard for measuring Yixing teapot craftsmanship.

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Fan Xijun's Yixing purple clay teapot collection value manifests through multiple aspects: the artist's prestigious status (his works have won national awards and museum acquisitions), the rarity of wood-fired techniques (now scarce due to environmental regulations), and artistic innovation featuring carved calligraphy "Cha Mo Quan".

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When using this China purple clay teapot, initiate with a pot-opening process: triple-boiling with pure water to eliminate earthy odors. Daily maintenance involves rinsing with tea liquor and gentle wiping. Over time, the zisha teapot gradually develops a lustrous patina through natural seasoning.

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This collectible Yixing teapot comes with complete authentication documents, including artist certificates and an archival booklet. Each detail has been verified by authoritative institutions, confirming it as Fan's fully handmade creation. The base bears the artist's seal and production year, while the side displays an anti-counterfeiting code for verification.

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Amidst traditional craftsmanship revival, handmade Yixing zisha teapots like this "Three-legged Zhoupan" have become highly sought-after. It transcends functional use to represent Chinese cultural heritage - every step from material selection to final polishing embodies artisan dedication. For tea enthusiasts worldwide, this purple clay teapot serves both as practical tea ware and a gateway to understanding Oriental aesthetics.