Masterpiece Yixing Teapot: Artisan-Crafted Zisha Clay Teapot with 14-Hole Filter, 200cc

2025-11-02 Zisha Teapot Guide Categroy：under 200cc Views：3

$128.57Crafted by National Artisan Chen Huajun, this 200cc Zisha Clay Teapot features a 14-hole filter and vintage clay, blending tradition with functionality.

Xiao Ying Yixing Teapot - Handcrafted Zisha Clay, 200cc, Collector's Choice 1

The Yixing zisha teapot stands as a unique treasure in Chinese traditional craftsmanship. More than just a tool for brewing tea, it carries profound cultural significance. Today's featured purple clay teapot bears a special name - "Smiling Cherry Blossom", inspired by its gentle curves and the upward tilt where the lid meets the spout, resembling blooming sakura with a subtle smile.

Xiao Ying Yixing Teapot - Handcrafted Zisha Clay, 200cc, Collector's Choice 2

This handmade Yixing teapot demonstrates exquisite craftsmanship. Artisans repeatedly slap clay slabs by hand to ensure uniform wall thickness. Precise angle calculations for spout and handle placement ensure smooth water flow. The lid-body fit shows particular refinement - rotating gently reveals perfect alignment while allowing easy one-handed operation.

Xiao Ying Yixing Teapot - Handcrafted Zisha Clay, 200cc, Collector's Choice 3

The clay used for this Chinese zisha teapot holds special significance. "Cultural Revolution-era zini clay" refers to rare Yixing ore mined in the 1960s, naturally aged over five decades. After firing, the body reveals a distinctive maroon hue with silvery speckles resembling stardust. This matured clay develops warmer luster with continued use.

Xiao Ying Yixing Teapot - Handcrafted Zisha Clay, 200cc, Collector's Choice 4

Practical capacity design makes this 200cc zisha teapot ideal for serving 3-4 small cups, perfect for intimate gatherings. Its rotund form balances comfortable grip and controlled pouring. The teapot master Chen Huajun, a nationally certified industrial artist with three decades of experience, crafted this piece. His signature seal at the bottom guarantees authenticity.

Xiao Ying Yixing Teapot - Handcrafted Zisha Clay, 200cc, Collector's Choice 5

The 14 precisely arranged filter holes in the spout prevent leaf blockage while maintaining steady flow - solving traditional clogging issues. Drip-free pouring keeps surfaces clean. This Yixing purple clay teapot particularly enhances fermented teas like pu'er and black tea, leveraging its dual-pore structure to optimize aroma extraction.

Xiao Ying Yixing Teapot - Handcrafted Zisha Clay, 200cc, Collector's Choice 6

Proper maintenance involves thorough rinsing without detergent, preserving the clay's tea-absorbing properties. Air-dry in ventilated areas and ensure complete dryness before storage. For beginners, this 200cc china purple clay teapot offers ideal proportions combining personal use and guest hospitality. Its classic shape and improved filter design simplify brewing rituals.

Xiao Ying Yixing Teapot - Handcrafted Zisha Clay, 200cc, Collector's Choice 7

As both functional ware and collectible art, this Smiling Cherry Blossom teapot embodies traditional mastery. The aged clay's evolving texture deepens with time, making each tea session a connection to Chinese tea culture's essence. Holding this handmade Yixing zisha teapot, one literally grasps the warmth of human craftsmanship and historical legacy.

Xiao Ying Yixing Teapot - Handcrafted Zisha Clay, 200cc, Collector's Choice 8