Master Zhou Xinyuan's Collector's Quhu Teapot: Rare 50-Year-Old Clay & Handcrafted Excellence
$557.14Handcrafted by National Senior Artist Zhou Xinyuan using rare 50-year-aged clay. 80CC collector's Zisha teapot with heritage craftsmanship. Priced at $540.
The Yixing zisha teapot stands as an iconic representation of Chinese traditional craftsmanship, serving not merely as tea-brewing utensil but as artistic expression. This collector-grade masterpiece called "Qu Hu" features an 80CC compact capacity, ideally suited for brewing aromatic teas like oolong or rock tea. Its smooth curves and rounded silhouette ensure ergonomic comfort, while the thoughtful design enhances tea fragrance retention.
Crafted from rare original mineral "Crab Roe Duan" clay aged over fifty years in the artist's private collection, this purple clay teapot exhibits unparalleled material quality. The naturally weathered clay develops refined texture, firing into warm golden hues speckled with dark particles resembling crab shell patterns. Such vintage zisha clay ensures optimal breathability, gradually absorbing tea essence and developing patina through use.
Created by Zhou Xinyuan, National Senior Craft Artist and disciple of master potters Wang Xiaolong & Gao Lijun (descendants of legendary artisan Wang Yinchu), this handmade Yixing teapot embodies heritage and innovation. Eschewing molds, Zhou shapes each teapot entirely by hand through meticulous adjustments, making every piece unique.
The crafting process begins with hammering clay slabs to precise thickness. Artisans coil these slabs into body shapes, carefully sculpting curves with specialized tools. Spout and handle are separately formed then balanced proportionally - requiring exact alignment for smooth pouring, comfortable grip, and perfect lid fit.
Critical firing occurs in dual kiln processes: initial firing at 1100°C followed by surface polishing and secondary firing within 20°C temperature tolerance. The aged clay's low shrinkage rate improves success probability, yet only 2-3 out of 10 teapots meet collection standards.
Despite its miniature size, the "Qu Hu" manifests extraordinary details: flattened knob echoing body contours, upward-curving spout creating elegant pour arc, and handle curvature accommodating prolonged comfortable use. Interior hand-beaten textures visible through opening remain inimitable by mechanical production.
Collectors value zisha teapots through three lenses: material rarity, artist authority, and technical difficulty. This teapot excels in all - dwindling vintage clay reserves, Zhou's limited annual output (5-8 pieces), and 15-day manual crafting process. While machine-assisted production becomes prevalent, connoisseurs recognize authentic handmade Yixing teapot's superior breathability and tactile experience.
Proper maintenance involves initial warm-water rinse followed by 24-hour tea broth immersion. After each use, remove leaves promptly and air-dry with soft cloth. Avoid detergents to preserve clay's aroma-absorbing properties. With care, natural luster will emerge through accumulated tea oil patina within months.
Functioning equally as practical tea vessel and art investment, this 80CC Yixing zisha teapot serves intimate tea sessions while being travel-friendly. For international enthusiasts, it represents both cultural gateway to Chinese tea traditions and inheritable handicraft. Each use becomes sensory dialogue with centuries of artisan wisdom, where tea fragrance intertwines with enduring craftsmanship legacy.
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