Hey tea lovers! 🐉✨ Exciting news as we step into the Dragon Year of 2024 - with Yixing teapot purchase, we're gifting you an exclusive Dragon Year style tea mat to add that extra flair to your tea rituals. It's our way of celebrating with you, but remember, it's a limited-time offer! Don't miss out on making your tea sessions even more special with this mystical addition. 🍵💫
Hey tea lovers! While many of you know us as a premium Chinese tea wares company. We also specialized in teas in Huang Shan region. Huang Shan is home to the most famous Chinese teas – Huang Shan Mao Feng, Keemun and Tai Ping Hou Kui. As natives of this breathtaking place, we have a deep connection to the land and its rich tea heritage.
We understand that finding the perfect tea can be a personal journey, which is why we offer our sample pack. It allows you to explore the diverse flavors of Huang Shan teas and discover the one that resonates with your taste buds.
Each of the teas are sourced and produced directly from the tea farmers, ensuring the quality and the authentic taste.
Sample pack including:
Huang Shan Mao Feng – 10g
Tai Ping Hou Kui – 10g
Keemun Mao Feng – 10g
Osmanthus Keemun – 10g
We can’t wait to hear from your feedbacks on our teas. Join us on this journey and let us be your guide as you explore the enchanting world of Huang Shan teas.
Please note that the tea and tea wares will be shipped in seperate packages according to customs requirement. Usually tea will come slightly later than the tea wares.
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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.
The Wen Dan teapot has a delicate and elegant appearance, while also evoking a sense of ancient charm. This style of teapot reflects the artistic tastes and preferences of that time.
The name “Wen Dan” holds a special meaning. The word “Wen” signifies gentleness, outward appearance, and demeanor, while “Dan” refers to the female roles in traditional Chinese opera. Together, the name “Wen Dan” represents the graceful and feminine qualities of the teapot, reminiscent of the elegant female characters portrayed on stage.
Many people think Wen Dan Yixing teapot is closely tied to the resemblance between its shape and the Wen Dan pomelo. The wrinkled texture on the surface of the teapot’s red clay is reminiscent of the pomelo peel. Some people even suggest that the name “Wen Dan” is a nod to this fruity resemblance.
In reality, the Wen Dan teapot is named after a skilled potter named Wen Dan. The teapots bear various seal marks on their bottoms, such as “Wen Dan,” “Meng Chen,” “Yi Gong,” “Si Ting,” “Yun Gong,” “Jun De,” and “Qian Liu.” These seal marks started appearing towards the end of the Ming Dynasty and the beginning of the Qing Dynasty, reaching their peak popularity during the late Qing period. Most of these teapots were made from red clay and were primarily produced for export.
The seal marks, such as “Meng Chen” and “Yi Gong,” were surnames of talented potters. They were known for their expertise in crafting specific teapot shapes. These potters gained significant recognition in the market, and people eagerly imitated their styles and even directly referred to the teapots by their names. The most prominent and enduring names in this tradition are the Meng Chen teapot, Yi Gong teapot, Si Ting teapot, Jun De teapot, and, of course, the Wen Dan teapot.
The body of the teapot features clean lines and a seamless connection between the body and the lid. The lid knob is flat and circular, resembling a rounded nipple. The spout of the teapot is short and cone-shaped, tapering inward at the bottom. The handle is sloping and positioned on the opposite side of the spout. The overall design of the teapot is harmonious and exhibits a sense of understated elegance.
Compared to the Xi Shi teapot, the body of the Wen Dan teapot is slightly tighter, taller, and more upright. The Xi Shi teapot exudes delicate charm, while the Wen Dan purple clay teapot carries a weightier and more rustic appeal. The Xi Shi teapot has a plump and rounded form, while the Wen Dan teapot showcases a slender and graceful silhouette.
The Wen Dan teapot is suitable for brewing various types of tea, including green tea, black tea, Pu-erh tea, and floral teas. Its versatile design and clay composition make it a great choice for different tea varieties.
