Masterpiece Yixing Zisha Teapot: Artisan-Crafted Collectible by Shi Futang

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$514.29Handmade Yixing Zisha teapot using rare Tiger Skin Clay, 80cc capacity. Carved by renowned artisans, crafted by award-winning master Shi Futang for collectors.

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The Yixing zisha teapot stands as one of China's traditional handicraft masterpieces. More than just tea-brewing utensil, it embodies cultural heritage through artistic form. This particular zisha teapot originates from Shi Futang, a renowned master from Yixing, Jiangsu Province. Holding dual senior certifications as National Senior Craft Artist and Rural Revitalization Senior Craft Artist, he ranks among Yixing's prestigious "Twelve Zisha Stars".

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Named "Sheng Fang" (Ascending Square), this purple clay teapot features angular majesty with crisp linear structures. Its four facades resemble precisely cut jade slabs. Square-shaped teapots demand exceptional craftsmanship as straight lines and flat surfaces easily warp during firing. The artist's decades of experience ensure flawless execution. The body utilizes rare tiger skin duan clay from private mineral reserves, displaying natural yellowish-brown stripes resembling feline patterns. High-temperature firing reveals unique metallic luster.

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With 80ml capacity, this handmade Yixing teapot suits personal tea sessions, particularly for quick-brewing varieties. Smaller dimensions paradoxically increase production difficulty, requiring meticulous detailing in confined spaces. Fully handcrafted process guarantees uniqueness - even the creator cannot replicate identical pieces.

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Surface carvings by Lu Zhongjun, protégé of famed engraving masters "Little Mei Wang" and Shi Tao, demonstrate precision. Etchings maintain fluidity while preventing clay fracture, blending traditional motifs with contemporary aesthetics.

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Shi Futang inherits profound ceramic legacy as cousin of Yixing Ceramic Association President Shi Juntang. Trained under veteran artisan Shao Xinhe before studying with floral-style master Wang Yinxian, his works balance tradition and innovation across various forms - smooth-surface, geometric, ribbed, and sculptural designs.

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Every detail radiates artisanal warmth. The spout merges seamlessly, creating elegant water arcs. The lid fits snugly, remaining secure when inverted. The ergonomic handle ensures comfortable grip. Such functional perfection requires repeated adjustments.

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Yixing teapots hold dual significance: as practical vessels enhancing tea flavor through clay interaction, and as artworks encapsulating craftsmanship. This award-winning "Sheng Fang" has been exhibited nationally and published in professional literature, exemplifying traditional artistry while inspiring modern teaware design.

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Using Chinese purple clay teapot involves ritualistic care. Over time, tea absorption develops unique patina, making each piece irreplicable. For collectors, it transcends objecthood - becoming tangible history. Shi's creation perfectly fuses ancestral techniques with modern sensibilities, representing zisha teapot's enduring legacy.

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