Master Chen Yue'e's Handcrafted Yixing Zisha Teapot: Collector's Artisan Treasure

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$642.86Handmade 80cc Yixing Zisha teapot by Master Chen Yue'e, using rare Di Cao Qing clay. Video-certified authenticity, collector-grade craftsmanship. CNY 4500.

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This "Hulu Gourd"-shaped Yixing teapot was created by Chinese ceramic artist Chen Yue'e from Yixing. As a senior rural revitalization craft master, Chen has dedicated herself to zisha teapot creation at the Yixing Ceramic Museum Zisha Research Institute since 1979. Born in 1959, she maintains entirely handcrafted production over four decades, perfectly blending traditional techniques with modern aesthetics in this piece.

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Crafted from precious original mine base slot clear clay, this natural pottery material develops finer texture through prolonged aging and exhibits stable shrinkage during firing, revealing unique dark red luster. With an 80cc capacity, this compact purple clay teapot set is ideal for intimate tea sessions. Each piece comes with official authentication certificates, allowing buyers to verify authenticity through video confirmation.

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Apprenticed to renowned zisha masters Wang Xiaolong and Gao Lijun (a celebrated husband-wife duo known for innovative shaping), Chen absorbed their creative philosophy. This gourd-shaped Chinese Yixing zisha teapot preserves natural floral motifs while showcasing modern beauty through streamlined contours. The spout and handle curvature underwent meticulous adjustments to ensure optimal water flow and ergonomic comfort.

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Over forty years, Chen developed a distinctive artistic style balancing traditional solemnity with vibrant vitality. The teapot's lid fits seamlessly with the body, demonstrating precision craftsmanship through smooth rotation. The knob's miniature gourd design echoes the overall form, reflecting meticulous attention to detail.

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This zisha teapot master's works have traveled globally. In 2007, she demonstrated zisha techniques at Sino-Japanese ceramic exchanges. In 2010, her live demonstration at Illinois State University's art college amazed international audiences with the entire handmade Yixing teapot creation process from clay slab to finished product. These cross-cultural experiences enhanced her works' inclusivity, harmonizing Eastern aesthetics with contemporary functionality.

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The Hulu teapot perpetuates Yixing's core cultural values. Natural texture patterns from manual clay beating remain visible on the surface. Through tea infusion maintenance, the body gradually develops jade-like luster. The 80cc capacity caters to modern tea habits, maintaining brew concentration while preventing waste - particularly suitable for pu'erh and oolong teas requiring quick infusion.

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Chen's handmade zisha teapot works attract collectors worldwide, having won numerous awards. This gourd-shaped innovation serves both as daily utensil and collectible artwork. Each entirely handcrafted piece bears subtle variations, ensuring uniqueness. For tea enthusiasts abroad, it enhances tea experiences while offering insights into Chinese traditional crafts.

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A professional maintenance guide accompanies each purchase. Users are advised to dedicate one tea type per teapot and clean regularly with tea cloths. The surface develops richer patina over time. Given zisha's breathability, store in dry ventilated areas. The original clay's excellent porosity preserves tea aromas - key to Yixing teapot's enduring popularity.

Chen adheres to "innovation rooted in tradition." This gourd teapot simplifies decorative elements while emphasizing proportional beauty through streamlined silhouettes. The clear bottom seal serves both as artist's authentication and anti-counterfeit marker. New international users may initiate the teapot with green or white tea to gradually appreciate how zisha clay interacts with different brews.