Antique-Style Yixing Zisha Teapot: A Masterpiece of Chinese Artisan Pottery

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$342.86Handmade collectible Yixing teapot with rare vintage clay, 470CC capacity. Crafted by National Artist Tang Li, showcasing heritage craftsmanship.

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This is a collectible masterpiece of Yixing teapot named "Antique Imitation", featuring traditional design with a full-rounded body and smooth natural curves. Its most remarkable characteristic lies in the use of extremely precious clay - premium aged purple clay sourced from the artist's family collection, preserved since her father's generation and now rarely available in the market.

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After long-term storage, this aged purple clay develops refined texture and exceptional warmth. Teapots made from this material exhibit superior breathability that effectively preserves tea aroma. The distinctive granular texture under fingertips serves as hallmark of high-quality zisha clay. Fired at high temperatures, the body reveals deep purplish-brown hues with subtle luster.

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Crafted by Master Tang Li, a National Craft Artist with over 20 years experience in Yixing teapot creation, this piece embodies traditional techniques. Each handmade purple clay teapot requires dozens of meticulous processes - from clay slab preparation to spout assembly - demanding continuous 15-day craftsmanship for this 470-milliliter capacity piece.

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Full manual craftsmanship breathes life into this Chinese zisha teapot. The perfect lid-body fit prevents leakage during pouring. The ergonomic handle ensures comfortable grip, while the spout delivers smooth water flow with clean cutoff. Subtle handcrafted hammering marks on the body showcase irreplicable artisan beauty.

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Ideal for daily use, this 470ml Yixing purple clay teapot serves 3-4 tea drinkers. Particularly effective for brewing fermented teas like Pu'erh and black tea, it enhances full leaf expansion and enriches liquor texture. Continuous use develops natural patina, gradually deepening its luster.

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Maintenance requires simple rinsing without detergents, thorough drying with lid removed, and dedicated use for single tea type to optimize aroma absorption. Proper care ensures decades of service, transforming it into heritage tea ware.

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For tea enthusiasts, this handmade Yixing teapot serves both as functional tool and artistic collectible. Blending ancestral clay with contemporary craftsmanship, it embodies Chinese ceramic wisdom through every detail. As rare aged clay resources diminish, this authentic handmade piece combining classical aesthetics with modern precision represents appreciating value - a living artwork evolving through time, preserving vanishing craftsmanship in daily use.

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