Masterpiece Yixing Purple Clay Teapot: Timeless Craftsmanship by Zhang Weijun

2025-07-05 Zisha Teapot Guide Categroy：under 200cc Views：27

$385.71Handmade Yixing teapot with antique styling, 70cc capacity, premium aged clay, and detailed dragon artwork. Priced at $2700.

Yixing Zisha Teapot – Antique Style, 70cc, Handcrafted by Master Zhang 1

This Yixing zisha teapot named "Fanggu" was handcrafted by national-level senior craft artist Zhang Weijun. With over three decades dedicated to zisha teapot creation, Master Zhang possesses profound understanding of traditional techniques. The purple clay teapot utilizes inherited Dicaoqing clay - a deep brown natural mineral soil naturally aged for over five years, preserving original mineral components.

Yixing Zisha Teapot – Antique Style, 70cc, Handcrafted by Master Zhang 2

The handmade Yixing teapot's form references Ming Dynasty classical shapes, presenting a full oval silhouette. Its body lines flow naturally like water droplets, tapering from crown to base with graceful curvature. The lid fits flawlessly against the rim, revealing subtle friction when rotated - a signature seal characteristic of manual craftsmanship.

Yixing Zisha Teapot – Antique Style, 70cc, Handcrafted by Master Zhang 3

The spout design merits special attention. The curved pourer integrates seamlessly with the vessel body, its outlet meticulously polished to create perfect cylindrical water flow. The ear-shaped handle underwent repeated angle adjustments for ergonomic finger alignment. Even when shaken vigorously, the lid remains secure, demonstrating superior forming skills.

Yixing Zisha Teapot – Antique Style, 70cc, Handcrafted by Master Zhang 4

Traditional dragon patterns adorn the Chinese zisha teapot's surface using native clay reliefs. Each scale appears distinctly defined, with whisker lines finer than human hair. Artisans carved these on moist clay blanks using bamboo tools, requiring absolute precision. Specially colored clay accents on dragon eyes create vivid three-dimensional effects under light.

Yixing Zisha Teapot – Antique Style, 70cc, Handcrafted by Master Zhang 5

This 70ml Yixing purple clay teapot excels in brewing aromatic teas. The compact size accelerates flavor extraction, particularly suitable for rock teas or Dancong varieties. Walls maintain 2mm thickness for heat retention without heaviness. Tea nourishment gradually develops a warm patina on the surface.

Yixing Zisha Teapot – Antique Style, 70cc, Handcrafted by Master Zhang 6

A square artisan's seal engraved on the China purple clay teapot's base serves as authentication. Fine contraction lines inside the vessel manifest natural clay firing characteristics. Initial triple boiling with clean water is recommended to activate the porous properties.

Yixing Zisha Teapot – Antique Style, 70cc, Handcrafted by Master Zhang 7

Crafting such a teapot involves twenty-plus procedures. From clay slab preparation to cylinder forming and detail refinement, each step relies on the artisan's tactile expertise. Master Zhang insists on traditional wooden turntable shaping, preserving natural textures despite being more time-consuming than modern molds.

Yixing Zisha Teapot – Antique Style, 70cc, Handcrafted by Master Zhang 8

Balancing classical charm with modern ergonomics, this handmade Yixing teapot features rounded contours accommodating both left/right-handed use. The heightened knob facilitates lid removal. Whether for daily tea rituals or collection display, it embodies the unique allure of Chinese traditional craftsmanship.