Exquisite Yixing Zisha Clay Teapot “Ruyi Phoenix” – Handcrafted by Master Artisan Bao Yuhua

2025-11-04 Zisha Teapot Guide Categroy：201-350cc Views：98

$214.29Master-crafted Yixing Zisha teapot using Da Hong Pao clay. 240cc capacity, 14-hole filter, phoenix spout, and intricate Ruyi motifs. Combines artistry and practicality.

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Today I want to recommend an exceptional Yixing zisha teapot masterpiece - "Ruyi Phoenix Song". This handmade Yixing zisha teapot was personally crafted by national-level artisan Bao Yuhua, showcasing exquisite traditional craftsmanship. As a representative work of Chinese purple clay teapots, it possesses both practical value and artistic collectible worth.

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The teapot uses precious Da Hong Pao clay from specific mining areas in Yixing, Jiangsu. This rare zisha material develops warm reddish luster after prolonged aging and firing. Teapots made with Da Hong Pao clay not only look beautiful but also improve water quality during long-term tea brewing, enhancing the tea's flavor profile.

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With 240ml capacity, this Yixing teapot shape perfectly accommodates tea sessions with 3-5 friends. Its streamlined silhouette features smooth transitions from lid to base. Careful observation reveals harmonious curves at every angle, blending dignified elegance with dynamic vitality.

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The drainage system employs unique 14-diamond-hole filtration, crucial technical detail in zisha teapot making. This multi-hole structure ensures smooth pouring without dripping. The practical-artistic combination epitomizes purple clay teapot's charm.

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The spout resembles an elegant phoenix head with upward curves exuding vitality. The ergonomic joint between spout and body creates decorative functionality. Water flowing from the phoenix beak evokes imagery of mythical birds drinking, adding poetic charm to tea rituals.

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The body showcases hand-carved Ruyi patterns symbolizing auspiciousness in Chinese culture. These precisely depth-controlled textures provide visual interest without compromising grip comfort, creating light-shadow interplay.

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Notably, the handle extends naturally from the body in parabolic curve. This Yixing teapot handmade design ensures comfortable hold even during prolonged use, demonstrating ergonomic consideration in Chinese teapot craftsmanship.

The knob adopts feather motif echoing phoenix theme while facilitating lid operation. Lifting the lid reveals impeccable fit precision through the delicate feather-shaped handle.

Maintenance remains simple - rinse after use and periodic polishing with tea cloth. Over time, natural patina develops, enhancing the purple clay teapot set's luster through nurturing process cherished by collectors.

This "Ruyi Phoenix Song" excels both as functional tea ware and art piece. Artisan Bao Yuhua masterfully blends traditional techniques with modern aesthetics within 240ml volume. For those seeking a zisha teapot master creation balancing utility and artistry, this work deserves special attention.