If you’ve spent any time in the world of Yixing clay teapots, chances are you’ve heard whispers of “Mansheng” (曼生) or the legendary “Mansheng Eighteen Forms.” (“曼生十八式”) In the realm of yixing clay (Zisha) craftsmanship, few names evoke as much…
The Si Ting Yixing teapot is a classic form created by Lu Si Ting, a renowned potter from the early Qing Dynasty. This teapot is known for its elegant and refined design, which features a clean, simple shape with no…
Introduction The Duo Zhi Yixing teapot is a unique design inspired by a traditional container called “掇子” once used for storing spices and candies in Yixing. Over time, its name shifted to “Duo Zhi,” due to changes in pronunciation. The…
Introduction The Pear Shape Yixing teapot is one of the most classic and enduring forms in Yixing pottery. As its name suggests, the teapot resembles a pear, with a rounded belly and slightly tapered neck. The design is known for…
Introduction The Duo Qiu Yixing teapot is a timeless design in Yixing pottery, known for its elegant spherical shape. The term “Duo Qiu” refers to a series of connected round shapes, with the body, lid, and knob harmoniously following this…
Many tea enthusiasts know that using a Yixing teapot can be good tea brewing, but there’s often confusion about which clay to use for which tea and how to brew it correctly. Today, we’ll explore the best yixing clay for…
Introduction The Rong Tian Yixing Teapot represents an innovation in the realm of Chinese teapots. Crafted by the esteemed Chinese arts and crafts master Lv Yaochen, this teapot is inspired by the figure of the Laughing Buddha from Buddhism, symbolizing…
Introduction The Fang Gu (仿古) Yixing teapot is a classic type of Yixing teapot that has been refined by numerous renowned craftsmen over several centuries, making it truly exceptional. Alongside the Shi Piao (石瓢) and Xi Shi (西施) teapots, the…
Introduction The Wen Dan Yixing teapot was created during the late Ming Dynasty and early Qing Dynasty. Its design is similar to the Xi Shi and Gui Fei teapots, which were developed during the later period of the Qing Dynasty.…
Introduction Pan Hu is a teapot named after a person called Pan Shi Cheng.According to historical records, during the late Qing Dynasty, wealthy individuals would visit Yixing with the purpose of ordering teapots. These teapots were not only used for…
