The Bamboo Node Golden Toad Zisha teapot combines elegance and functionality, crafted by Zhang Anjun.

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$471.43The newly released Zisha teapot titled "Bamboo Node Golden Toad" is meticulously crafted by senior artisan Zhang Anjun. It features premium original-mined purple clay

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Today, we introduce a new purple clay teapot masterpiece - "Bamboo Joint Golden Toad". This Yixing teapot was handcrafted by Senior Craft Artist Zhang Anjun using premium original Di Cao Qing clay, with a capacity of 80cc. Its design ingeniously blends natural elements with traditional culture, offering both practicality and artistic value.

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The teapot features clean, straight lines exuding dignified elegance. Its body mimics bamboo morphology, with concise contours outlining bamboo joints. A raised waistline encircling the middle section resembles natural bamboo patterns, combining botanical grace with artisanal refinement. The structure harmonizes angular rigidity with smooth curves, delivering balanced aesthetic appeal when held.

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The most distinctive feature is the lid ornament - a three-legged golden toad, a classic Chinese cultural symbol. The meticulously crafted toad exhibits prominent round eyes, an elevated nose, and slightly parted mouth revealing its tongue, conveying solemn dignity. In Chinese tradition, this amphibian symbolizes fortune, believed to dispel disasters, repel harm, and attract wealth. This decorative choice enhances artistic value while serving as spiritual props conveying blessings to users.

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Crafted from aged Yixing Di Cao Qing mineral clay, the finished teapot reveals warm maroon luster with natural granular texture. The material's excellent breathability suits various tea types. Its 80cc capacity balances daily usage and comfortable handling.

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Artisan Zhang Anjun, with over two decades of experience, combines traditional techniques with modern aesthetics. Multiple forming methods were employed: the body shaped through traditional slab forming, bamboo patterns hand-carved with specialized tools, and the toad sculpture meticulously detailed with carving knives. Strict quality control governs every stage from clay preparation to firing temperatures.

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Using zisha teapots enhances tea appreciation as the porous material gradually absorbs tea aromas, enriching brews over time. Maintenance is simple: rinse after use and periodically rinse with tea liquor to enhance patina. The "Bamboo Joint Golden Toad" serves equally well for solitary enjoyment or social gatherings.

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For collectors, this Chinese Yixing teapot offers dual value as functional ware and collectible art. Each limited-edition piece includes authentication documentation. The golden toad motif sparks cultural conversations while serving as a tea table centerpiece.

This handmade zisha teapot makes an ideal gift for tea enthusiasts or elders, embodying Chinese craftsmanship with practical and symbolic significance. Its moderate size offers beginners an accessible entry point to zisha appreciation. The minimalist design harmonizes effortlessly with modern tea sets.

Proper care ensures longevity: soak new teapots in warm water and boil twice with tea leaves before initial use. Avoid impacts and chemical cleaners during daily use. With attentive maintenance, this purple clay teapot will become a lifelong companion, witnessing countless perfect brews.