Masterpiece Yixing Teapot: Rare Ice-Cellar Red Clay by Artist Fan Jianxin

2025-05-10 Zisha Teapot Guide Categroy：201-350cc Views：23

$214.29Handmade Yixing teapot using rare red clay, 320cc capacity, crafted by certified national artist Fan Jianxin with traditional techniques.

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The Zisha teapot stands as a gem in Chinese traditional tea ware, renowned worldwide for its unique material and craftsmanship. Priced at 1500 CNY, this Dezhong-style Zisha teapot exemplifies the perfect fusion of practicality and artistic excellence. As a masterpiece by National-level Craft Artisan Fan Jianxin, it embodies decades of craftsmanship while showcasing the rare qualities of "Jiacang Ice Cellar Dahongpao" clay - a treasured family-reserved material that reveals the distinctive warm texture and tea-nurturing charm unique to Zisha ware. With its 320cc capacity, this teapot serves as both a functional daily companion and a collector's showpiece, destined to become the centerpiece of any tea ceremony.

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Rare Clay: The Allure of Jiacang Ice Cellar Dahongpao

The core value of this Zisha teapot begins with its extraordinary clay selection. The "Jiacang Ice Cellar Dahongpao" clay represents a rare treasure in the Zisha community, specially aged to develop natural vermilion hues and fine texture. Through repeated use, the surface gradually develops a jade-like patina. Compared with ordinary clays, this Dahongpao material offers superior breathability that better releases tea aromas. With prolonged use, it absorbs the essence of tea liquors, creating a unique "tea soul" effect.

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Master Craftsmanship: Legacy of a National Artisan

Created by Mr. Fan Jianxin, a renowned master from Yixing Zisha Factory No.1 and National-level Craft Artisan with over 30 years' experience, this teapot reflects award-winning craftsmanship. Fully handcrafted, every detail demonstrates vital artistry - the spout curvature was refined through hundreds of tests for optimal water flow, the handle ergonomically shaped for perfect grip, and the lid-body fit achieves silent, seamless alignment. Each piece stands as a unique art original.

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Functional Aesthetics: 320cc Golden Capacity

Featuring the classic Dezhong silhouette, its rounded body and clean lines embody Eastern aesthetic harmony. The 320cc capacity caters perfectly to modern tea habits, serving both group sessions and personal enjoyment. The Zisha's dual-pore structure makes it ideal for brewing fermented teas like Pu'er and rock teas. Over time, it develops a unique interactive relationship with users, its surface deepening in luster to become what connoisseurs call a "breathing tea vessel".

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Collectible Value: Dual Attributes of Utility and Heritage

The 1500 CNY pricing reflects both practical accessibility and artistic appreciation potential. Master Fan's works are highly sought after by collectors, with fully handcrafted Dahongpao clay pieces being exceptionally rare. Complete with signed authenticity certificates and clay appraisal documents, this teapot serves as both daily companion and cultural heirloom.

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This Zisha teapot, blending traditional wisdom with modern craftsmanship, awaits discerning connoisseurs. Whether displayed as Eastern elegance or gifted as cultural symbolism, it forms a refined bridge connecting past and present tea cultures. When hot water first fills its chamber, one might almost hear whispers from six centuries of Zisha history, seeing time itself steeped in the flowing tea liquor.

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