Masterpiece Yixing Zisha Teapot: Handcrafted Collectible with Dual Certificates by Fan Xijun

2025-05-21 Zisha Teapot Guide Categroy：451-600cc Views：3

$557.14Handmade Yixing Zisha teapot by master Fan Xijun, 500cc, Di Cao Qing clay, dual-certified collectible with expert engravings. Limited edition art piece.

Purple Clay Teapot: Antique Ruyi, a Treasure for Collectors

Purple clay teapots, as an important carrier of Chinese traditional culture, carry the art and craftsmanship heritage of hundreds of years. Among them, the [Antique Ruyi] purple clay teapot priced at 3900 yuan is particularly eye-catching. This purple clay teapot is not only a beautiful piece of art, but also a highly collectible work. It is meticulously crafted by the Van family lineage - the successor of Dashieng, with dual cooperation and double certificates, making it a treasure for collectors.

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Author Profile: Fan Xijun

The author of this purple clay teapot is Fan Xijun, a national senior craftsman, whose pen name is "Cha Mo Quan". Fan Xijun was born in 1969 in the purple clay village of Yixing, Jiangsu Province, which is one of the birthplaces of purple clay teapots and has nurtured countless outstanding ceramic artists. Fan Xijun has had a deep interest in the art of purple clay teapots since childhood, and in 1989, he and his wife Wu Tingfang jointly established the "Yiyuanxuan" studio. Their creative journey began with the inheritance of tradition, and under the guidance of Ling Xigou (a provincial master researcher of senior craftsman), they continuously researched and innovated, gradually forming their unique style.

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Fan Xijun's works combine tradition with innovation, elegance with clarity, and depth with beauty. He incorporates traditional Chinese cultural elements into the production of purple clay teapots, imbuing each piece with rich cultural connotations. Over the years, Fan Xijun's works have won numerous honors in various national competitions and have been published in relevant purple clay industry magazines. Moreover, his works are treasured by museums and collectors both domestically and internationally, becoming a favorite among collectors.

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Clay Material and Capacity

This [Antique Ruyi] purple clay teapot uses the bottom slot clear clay material, which is a very precious type of purple clay material. It has a fine texture, warm color, high plasticity, and good breathability. Purple clay teapots made from bottom slot clear clay not only have an elegant appearance but also better retain the aroma and taste of tea when brewing. The capacity of the teapot is 500cc, suitable for daily use and also ideal for display as a collection.

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Carving Art

The carving art of the purple clay teapot is also noteworthy. The carving of this purple clay teapot was completed by Lu Hao, a national craftsman and a disciple of Chen Honglin. Lu Hao adds more cultural connotations to this purple clay teapot with his superb skills and unique artistic style. The carving content is rich and varied, including traditional auspicious patterns and modern artistic expressions, making the entire work more vivid, interesting, and layered.

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Fully Handcrafted

It is worth mentioning that this purple clay teapot is fully handcrafted. From selecting the clay, molding, carving, to the final firing, every link embodies the author's heart and wisdom. Fully handcrafted purple clay teapots not only have finer craftsmanship but also each one is a unique artwork, having extremely high collection value.

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Collection Value

For purple clay teapot enthusiasts, this [Antique Ruyi] purple clay teapot is undoubtedly a rare treasure. It not only possesses the traditional craftsmanship of the Van family lineage but also has the unique charm of dual cooperation. Whether from an artistic or investment perspective, this purple clay teapot has extremely high collection value. As time goes by, its artistic value and market value will continue to rise, becoming a timeless treasure.

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In summary, this purple clay teapot priced at 3900 yuan, not only represents the crystallization of the efforts of Fan Xijun and Lu Hao, but also is a classic work of purple clay teapot art. It integrates traditional and modern elements, possessing both practical value and high artistic and collection value, making it the ideal choice for every purple clay teapot enthusiast.

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