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How to Determine the Age of an Antique Yixing Teapot: A Collector's Guide

How to Determine the Age of an Antique Yixing Teapot: A Collector's Guide 1. Historical Documentation (文献考证) 2.Shape and Style (造型) 3. Clay Composition (胎质) 4. Craftsmanship Techniques (制作工艺) 5. Inscriptions and Seals (款识与铭刻) Conclusion -------------------------------------------------------------- Authenticating and dating antique...

 
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Yixing Zisha teapot vs. Guangxi Nixing pot

Yixing Zisha vs. Guangxi Nixing: A Tale of Two Legendary Chinese Teapots China’s ceramic heritage is as rich and diverse as its history, and among its treasures, Yixing Zisha (purple clay) and Guangxi Nixing pottery stand out as two iconic...

 
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Yixing Duan Ni (Duanni) Clay: The Earthy Poetry of Symbiotic Minerals

Discovering Yixing Duan Ni (Duanni) Clay: The Earthy Poetry of Symbiotic Minerals Yixing zisha clay, revered for centuries as the "golden ore" of teapot craftsmanship, encompasses a fascinating spectrum of mineral varieties. Among them, Duan Ni (段泥), also colloquially known as "Duanni" or "Duàn...

 
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The Rong Tian Teapot: Embodying the Spirit of Maitreya Buddha in Yixing Clay

In the world of Yixing zisha teapots, few designs carry as much cultural depth and philosophical resonance as the Rong Tian Teapot (容天壶). Inspired by the iconic image of Maitreya Buddha—the "Laughing Buddha" whose belly symbolizes boundless compassion and tolerance—this teapot is more...

 
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