Master Yang Junbao’s Handcrafted 180cc Sea Blue Clay ‘Si Ting’ Yixing Teapot

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Artisan-crafted Yixing teapot using premium Sea Blue Clay, 180cc capacity. Features the iconic Si Ting design with seamless construction and ergonomic flow.

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The Yixing zisha teapot stands as one of the most representative traditional Chinese handicrafts in tea ware. This unique pottery gains global recognition for its natural material and practical functionality. Today's featured teapot originates from Jingdezhen, China's ceramic capital, perfectly demonstrating the essence of zisha teapot craftsmanship.

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Officially named "Siting Hu", this purple clay teapot derives its name from Lu Siting, a master potter from the Qing Dynasty. Over 300 years ago, Lu created this classic form whose clean lines continue to inspire contemporary artisans. The modern version we see today is handcrafted by Yang Junbao, a national-level craft artist who has preserved traditional zisha teapot techniques through three decades of practice.

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The most striking feature lies in its material. Crafted from rare sea-blue clay sourced from special mineral strata in Yixing, Jiangsu, the processed clay reveals unique blue-gray tones with silvery sparkles under light. Fired to create a dual-pore structure, this Chinese zisha teapot achieves remarkable breathability while maintaining water resistance.

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The vessel mimics a small gourd, Siting Hu's signature silhouette. Its rounded body tapers naturally upward, while the slender spout extends from the lower third of the belly in an elegant parabola. This design controls water flow and creates a graceful "tea column" when pouring.

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Every element demonstrates calculated craftsmanship. The semicircular handle adheres seamlessly through Mingjie technique, its ergonomic curve ensuring comfortable grip. The precision-fitted lid produces a crisp click, indicating perfect airtightness. The knob, a deceptively simple clay sphere, requires exacting balance between size and tactile friction.

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Measuring 180ml capacity, this handmade Yixing teapot suits 2-3 tea drinkers. Its 3mm wall thickness ensures durability without heaviness, with balanced weight distribution centering the gravity at the base. Surface decorations by Jingdezhen master Ren Ruihua endure permanent fixation through high-temperature kiln firing.

This zisha teapot enhances tea brewing through its mineral-rich clay that interacts with tea liquor, particularly benefiting fermented teas like pu'er and black tea. The dual-pore structure gradually absorbs tea aroma, eventually imparting subtle fragrance even to plain water.

Proper maintenance involves rinsing with water (no detergents), air-drying upside down, and storing in ventilated spaces away from sunlight. Over time, the surface develops a warm patina through regular use - a rewarding "teapot nurturing" process.

Embodiment of traditional craftsmanship meeting modern aesthetics, this Siting Hu undergoes 38 processes from material selection to final shaping, including a fifteen-day shaded drying period. Master Yang's reinforced spout-body connection significantly enhances durability. For tea enthusiasts, such a Chinese Yixing zisha teapot transcends utilitarian function to become both spiritual prop and collectible art.