This piece is designed and crafted by Zhang Yicheng Studio.
Established in the 1990s, this Yixing teapot studio has a rich history of craftsmanship and expertise. Founded by Zhang Yicheng, a respected collector and expert. Zhang Yicheng, known as one of the "Ten Kings of Pots" between local tea lovers, brings decades of expertise and passion to the studio. He is a consultant at Beijing Guobo Antique Authenticate Center and has an extensive personal collection of historical Yixing teapots.
The studio has employed over 120 skilled artisans, many of whom are now recognized masters in their own right. Artists such as Wang Yufei, Ma Junjie, Chen Minze, Zhu Zhouyi, and Feng Yanqi continue the legacy of excellence, crafting teapots with meticulous attention to detail. The studio has a significant collection of Yixing clay from the past and historical teapots, ensuring each piece is crafted from the authentic materials and with reference to some of the original teapot.
I first chose this teapot for the shape because it looks like a mini narwhal carved from a piece of ivory. And then I was curious about this clay that seems so special. This teapot will give a deep and mysterious taste to your tea, with a voluptuous sensation on the palate. Yes, it is rounded, yes it very slightly erases the floral notes of your tea, but the experience that results is unique. You will take the aftertaste of your tea with you for long hours. This teapot will reveal the deep soul of your tea and make it more complex and exciting.