Exquisite Dragon-Embellished Yixing Zisha Teapot: Master Craftsmanship & Rare Clay Art
$300.00Handmade Yixing dragon teapot using premium Longxue clay. Master-crafted with Li Wei's engravings, 50cc capacity, embodying cultural elegance and artistic heritage.
This purple clay teapot titled "Auspicious Dragon Jade Pillar" was handcrafted by national-level senior craft artist Jiang Yaping, a distinguished disciple of renowned zisha artist Gu Shaopei with decades of pottery-making experience. The entire creation demonstrates exceptional craftsmanship from design to final shaping, utilizing rare dragon blood clay as raw material. With a 50cc capacity, it's suitable for daily use and collectible appreciation.
The teapot's slender silhouette features smooth, symmetrical contours. The seamless integration between lid and mouth showcases masterful technique. Most striking are the dragon motifs: the knob shaped as a coiled dragon head, while the spout and handle embody sinuous dragon bodies. These meticulously carved elements blend traditional Eastern symbolism with contemporary aesthetics, featuring clearly defined scales and naturally curved whiskers that exude dignified elegance.
Decoration on both sides was executed by Li Wei, Jiangsu Provincial Ceramic Art Master and current dean of Wuxi Institute of Arts & Technology. The front displays a refined scholarly arrangement motif with antique vases, incense burners, and seasonal flowers carved in precise composition. The reverse bears the poetic inscription "A curtain of plum shadows offers pure delight," its calligraphic strokes harmonizing with the frontal design, transforming the utensil into an art piece.
The precious dragon blood clay contains high iron oxide content, developing a distinctive crimson hue when fired. Long-term use cultivates a lustrous patina, with color deepening over time. The scarcity of this clay stratum makes such teapots highly collectible.
Practical considerations include the 50cc volume ideal for aromatic teas, while the tall form allows full leaf expansion. The spout ensures smooth pouring with precise water flow control. Ergonomically curved handle and rounded dragon motifs provide comfortable grip without sharp edges.
Combining traditional craftsmanship with modern sensibility, Jiang Yaping innovatively reinterpreted dragon elements while preserving classical techniques. Li Wei's scholarly adornments infuse literati elegance. Their collaboration creates functional art embodying cultural depth, serving both as tea ware and a gateway to understanding Chinese craftsmanship.
Proper maintenance involves initial steeping in tea liquor to season the clay. Regular cleaning prevents residue buildup. Gradual development of the characteristic sheen through usage constitutes the cherished "teapot nurturing" process. This "Auspicious Dragon Jade Pillar" stands as both daily implement and inheritable artistic treasure.
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