Masterpiece Yixing Zisha Teapot by Bao Yuhua, Engraved by Li Wei - Collector's Choice

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$171.43Handmade Yixing purple clay teapot with engraved landscapes, 200cc capacity, 10-hole filtration, and master-crafted design by renowned artists Bao Yuhua and Li Wei.

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Exquisite Teapot Recommendation! Today's featured Yixing purple clay teapot named "Flat Pillar" is handcrafted by National-level Craft Artist Bao Yuhua. With over two decades of zisha teapot creation experience, Master Bao's works are renowned for their elegant simplicity. This particular handmade Yixing zisha teapot stands out through its collaboration with renowned artist Li Wei, a Jiangsu Ceramic Art Master who serves as professor and dean at Wuxi Institute of Arts and Technology, bringing exceptional ceramic decoration expertise.

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Crafted from aged purple clay from deep ore veins in Huanglong Mountain, this 200cc Chinese zisha teapot reveals natural sandy textures after firing, presenting a deep purplish-brown hue. The surface boasts silk-like smoothness characteristic of premium Yixing clay. Its clever design features a charming cylindrical silhouette with a wide opening for easy tea handling, complemented by a flat lid with antique coin knob detailing.

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The spout contains ten parallel water channels ensuring precise pouring control. The 200cc capacity makes this purple clay teapot ideal for 2-3 tea drinkers, with ergonomic handle curvature ensuring comfortable grip. Master Bao's expertise manifests in the flawless lid-body alignment achieving seamless sliding fit.

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The true masterpiece lies in Professor Li's landscape carvings. The lid bears engraved poetry "Mountain hues gradually parting from clouds' glow" in vigorous calligraphy, while the body displays layered hills, flowing streams, and distant cottages arranged in scroll-like composition. The carvings ingeniously follow the teapot's contours, creating panoramic viewing experience when rotated.

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This Yixing teapot masterwork combines practical functionality with artistic merit. Its broad belly optimizes leaf expansion, while the flat shape suits high-temperature teas like oolong and pu'er. The carved textures enhance grip security, and the clay's dual-pore structure improves aroma preservation. With use, the zisha teapot's surface develops increasing luster.

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For collectors, this handmade Yixing teapot represents exceptional value. Bao's technical mastery and Li's artistic elevation transform utilitarian ware into collectible art. Their collaboration preserves traditional craftsmanship while incorporating contemporary aesthetics, making this Chinese purple clay teapot equally suitable for daily use or display as a spiritual props in tea culture appreciation.

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