Zhu Ni Clay Shi Piao Teapot
Encounter a heart-warming tea container, taking a sip or two of light and elegant tea in the middle of a busy schedule; between touch and vision, clearly comprehend heaven, earth and people of nature and ingenuity.
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- Material: Purple Sand
- Origin: Yixing, Jiangsu
- Capacity: 129 x 64 mm, caliber 64 mm, capacity 230 ml
- The Shi Piao Teapot dates back to the Qing Dynasty and was created by the master of purple clay art, Chen Mansheng. Chen Mansheng, a renowned literati, calligrapher, and painter of the Qing Dynasty, was also a significant figure in purple clay teapot design. Collaborating with the famous potter Yang Pengnian, he designed many classic purple clay teapot shapes, among which the Shipiao Teapot is one of the most iconic. Its design was inspired by the ancient "Shipiao" stone scoop (a type of stone tool used for scooping water), featuring a simple yet elegant shape that combines practicality and artistry.
- "Shi Piao" was originally called "Shi Piao". "Chuan" changed from metal utensils to pottery. It was first seen in the poem "Testing Garden Tea" by Su Shi, a scholar of the Northern Song Dynasty: "Let's learn from the public's name and make a name for Qin, and the brick furnace and stone go with each other." Su Dongpo changed the metal "Chuan" to stone " "Cho", which is closely related to the tea ceremony at that time. Su Dongpo was demoted to teach in Shushan, Yixing, and found that the local purple sand pot tastes better than copper and iron utensils, so he used local materials and designed a teapot imitating the metal hanger. There is both "liu" (pot spout) and "liang" (pot lift) of the sand pottery "Chau" used to make tea. It can be said to be the earliest purple sand "Shicho" pot. From the Shichou pot that has been handed down to the world, it has undergone great changes to the period of Chen Mansheng and Yang Pengnian, and it has become more literate and artistic. The main features of "Mansheng Shichou" are that the top is small and the bottom is large, the center of gravity is sagging, and it is stable to use. Compared with "Zizhan Shichuan", although they are both made by Peng Nian, the former is more plump and rich, while the latter is sturdy and clumsy. This may be due to people's personality. According to the above performance, when will the purple sand "Shi Piao" be called "Shi Piao"? This should be said from the period of Gu Jingzhou, Gu quoted the ancient text "Three thousand weak water, only drink one scoop", "Shi Piao" should be called "Shi Piao", from then on both sides are called stone scoop pot.
- The shape of this Shi Piao Teapot clearly shows the fluidity and dexterity of the triangular shape. It is a triangle, the three elliptical feet also form a triangle, and the flow, the handle and the body tube also form a triangle. These three-dimensional and organic groups are assembled together. Each line is as sharp as a knife, refreshing and powerful.
- The Shi Piao Teapot, one of the classic shapes in Yixing purple clay teapots, is deeply cherished by tea enthusiasts and collectors for its unique design and profound cultural significance. It is not only a practical vessel for brewing tea but also a treasure of purple clay art, embodying the essence of traditional Chinese culture.
- This fully handmade Shi Piao Teapot is crafted from premium Zhu Ni clay, renowned for its orange-red hue. it is denser with smaller pores than other Zisha clays, offering excellent heat retention and fragrance preservation, making it ideal for brewing aromatic teas like oolong, black, aged, and dark teas.
- Ideal for a wide range of tea, Zhuni clay is one of the fastest Zisha clays to respond to seasoning and use. Reputed by many in the East and West to improve and enhance tea flavour and aroma Zhuni is a popular clay for many new and vetran loose leaf tea lovers.
- The Shi Piao Teapot, with its simple yet elegant design, profound cultural significance, and exceptional practicality, stands as a masterpiece among purple clay teapots. Whether used for daily tea brewing or as an art collection, the Shipiao Teapot offers a unique aesthetic experience and cultural enjoyment. Choosing a Shipiao Teapot is choosing a refined lifestyle and a continuation of traditional culture.
Customer Reviews
The shape is very full, the color is very uniform, the color of the mud is very positive, the mineral particles are obvious, the shape is round and full, the craftsmanship is very good, the inscription on the inner wall of the pot at the bottom is clear and neat, the packaging is clean and simple, and the protection is very good. I heard that the tea is moisturizing after a long time, it feels better in the hand. I really like it. It is perfect and I can't put it down.
The graininess of the purple sand is still visible. The overall workmanship of the pot is relatively fine, and the water discharge and collection are relatively neat. This price is perfect.
The thing is very delicate. After opening the pot, I tried to brew it, and it really added a kind of fragrance than the ordinary pot. After brewing a pot, the lid of the pot has good sealing performance, no water overflow, and no air. The aroma of tea leaves is maintained.
The water flow and stop water are very good, the tightness of the lid is good, and the price is very high. The mud is fine, the workmanship is exquisite, and many details are handled very well. I like a purple sand pot very much.
A very distinctive teapot. The design of this teapot is very exquisite. The moment the tea is poured, it seems to go back to the past, enjoying the Guqin music by the ear, and the time seems to be frozen, which makes people think about it. But the inscription is very strong and powerful. As the saying goes, although the sparrow is small, it has all the internal organs. Buying such a good pot at this price is considered a great value for money.