Three-legged Milk Tripod Zisha Teapot

170ml Handmade Yixing Zisha Three-Legged Milk Tripod Teapot

This 170ml Yixing Zisha teapot is made from Raw Ore Red Slope Mud and shaped around a compact, rounded body with a distinctive three-legged tripod base. Its balanced proportions, straight spout, ear-shaped handle, and hand-engraved details give it a characterful presence while keeping it practical for Gongfu tea brewing.

Product Details

• Material: Raw Ore Red Slope Mud (Zisha)

• Origin: Yixing, Jiangsu, China

• Capacity: 170 ml

• Dimensions: 11.3 × 9.0 cm

• Water Outlet: 7-hole filter

• Craft: Traditionally handmade

• Artist: Fan Qinjun

• Decoration: Hand-engraved calligraphy and gourd motif

Is a 170ml Yixing Teapot Right for You?

At 170ml, this teapot sits between a compact personal teapot and a larger Gongfu brewing vessel. It is a practical size for solo tea sessions or brewing for a small group, depending on how much tea you use and how you serve it.

If you are comparing different capacities before choosing a Yixing teapot, see our Yixing teapot size guide for a practical comparison of different Yixing teapot sizes.

A Three-Legged Tripod Form with a Distinctive Character

The design of this teapot is built around the harmony of rounded forms and balanced lines. The straight spout extends naturally from the body, while the ear-shaped handle complements its compact silhouette.

The three-legged base gives the teapot its distinctive tripod character. The raised feet create a strong visual foundation and give the pot a stable, sculptural appearance.

The overall form is compact and expressive while retaining the restrained character associated with traditional Yixing teaware.

Hand-Engraved Details by Fan Qinjun

This teapot combines traditionally handmade construction with hand-engraved decoration by Fan Qinjun.

The front is engraved with the Chinese character “Fulu”, while the back features a gourd motif. The calligraphy has a deliberate character, with engraved lines that remain visible across the surface of the clay.

The interior is finished with an artisan seal, and the teapot uses a seven-hole filter to help regulate the flow of tea when pouring.

Because the engraving and finishing are completed by hand, small variations in line, texture, and detail are part of the individual character of the teapot.

If you are comparing handmade and half-handmade Yixing teapots, see our guide to handmade vs. half-handmade Yixing teapots.

What Is Red Slope Mud?

Red Slope Mud is a type of Yixing clay associated with mineral-rich ore containing a mixture of clay and mineral components.

Its fired appearance can range from deep red to reddish-brown, with natural variations in tone and texture. The surface can retain a sandy character that gives the teapot a distinctly earthy Yixing appearance.

Rather than looking perfectly uniform, the clay may reveal variations in mineral texture and color that become part of the visual identity of the finished teapot.

How Does This Yixing Teapot Change With Use?

One of the appealing characteristics of an unglazed Yixing teapot is how its appearance can develop through regular use and careful maintenance.

With repeated brewing, the surface may gradually develop a softer, more polished appearance. The texture and color can also become visually richer over time.

For the best results, use the teapot consistently, rinse it with clean water after brewing, and allow it to dry completely before storing.

What Affects the Price of a Yixing Teapot?

The price of a Yixing teapot can be influenced by several factors, including clay selection, craftsmanship, production method, form, decoration, artist work, provenance, condition, and other characteristics.

For a traditionally handmade teapot with hand-engraved decoration by an identified artist, these factors are useful to consider when comparing different Yixing teapots.

See our Yixing teapot price guide to understand the main factors that can influence the cost of a contemporary Yixing teapot.

A Practical Teapot for Gongfu Tea

The 170ml capacity makes this teapot particularly suitable for smaller Gongfu tea sessions. It gives you enough room for a satisfying brewing session without the larger footprint of a 250ml or 290ml teapot.

The final brewing result depends on more than clay alone. Tea type, leaf quantity, water temperature, infusion time, and pouring technique all influence the character of the tea.

For that reason, this teapot can be appreciated both as a functional brewing vessel and as a piece of Yixing craftsmanship.

Handmade Character and Individual Variation

A handmade Yixing teapot is not expected to look mechanically identical from one piece to another. Small differences in clay color, surface texture, engraving, proportions, and finishing may occur.

These variations are part of the handmade nature of the piece rather than defects.

The combination of the three-legged form, Red Slope Mud, hand engraving, and compact 170ml capacity gives this teapot a distinctive identity within a Yixing collection.

A Compact Yixing Teapot with Traditional Character

With its three-legged tripod form, Red Slope Mud body, hand-engraved decoration, and 170ml capacity, this teapot brings together practical Gongfu brewing and traditional Yixing craftsmanship.

It is a distinctive choice for tea drinkers who appreciate smaller teapots, handmade details, and the evolving character of unglazed Zisha clay.

Explore Yixing Zisha Teapots

If you would like to compare this three-legged teapot with other contemporary Yixing teapots in different clays, forms, capacities, and price ranges, explore our Yixing Zisha teapots.