The Shi Piao teapot traces its origins to the "stone dipper" named by the poet Su Shi. Over time, it evolved into various styles, yet no matter the changes, its timeless elegance and refined character remain unchanged. The Ping...
zi sha hu Zi Sha Hu is a type of earthenware teapot from China. It first appeared in the Song Dynasty and became very popular during the Ming and Qing Dynasties. With a history of hundreds of years, it is a traditional Chinese teapot that originated in Yixing, Jiangsu...
The Legendary Gongchun Teapot Housed in the National Museum of China, the Gongchun Teapot is an invaluable treasure of China's tea culture. The story of this teapot is inseparable from the renowned patriotic democrat and industrialist Chu Nanqiang from Yixing,...
Imperial Ming Yongle Blue and White "Dragon and Clouds" Ever This exquisite blue-and-white ever, adorned with a five-clawed dragon, was crafted exclusively for the Yongle Emperor (r. 1403–1424). Its refined form and masterful decoration represent the pinnacle of Ming dynasty...
The Evolution of the Shipiao Teapot The Shipiao teapot is one of the most familiar teapot styles, with many variations. Common types include the Ziyé Shipiao, Jingzhou Shipiao, Xīnzhōu Shipiao, Hantang Shipiao, Pinggai Shipiao, and more. But do you know...
De zhong Teapot The Dezhong teapot, created by the legendary Qing Dynasty purple clay master Shao Daheng, is one of the finest examples of minimalist zisha teapots. Its simple and unadorned design broke away from the ornate trends of Qing...
