Yixing Teapot vs. Gaiwan
When it comes to brewing tea, the choice between a Yixing clay teapot (紫砂壶) and a gaiwan (盖碗) often sparks passionate debates among tea enthusiasts.
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Yixing Zisha Teapot Fired Kilns
Yixing Zisha Teapot Fired Kilns Table for contents 1. Dragon Kilns 2. Downdraft Kilns 3. Tunnel Kilns 4. Push Plate Kilns 5. Electric Kilns From raw clay to masterpiece, the firing process is the defining step that breathes life into...
Why Are Chinese Teapots So Small?
The answer lies in a harmonious blend of cultural philosophy, practical engineering, and centuries of tea-drinking wisdom. Let’s explore the fascinating reasons behind their petite size.
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Characteristics of Yixing teapot
Nestled in the misty hills of Jiangsu Province, China, lies the city of Yixing (pronounced “yee-shing”), renowned for producing one of the world’s most cherished tea treasures: Yixing zisha teapots.
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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...
Clay Painting: The Art of Painting with Earth
Clay Painting: The Art of Painting with Earth In the vast realm of artistic expression, few mediums are as tactile and poetic as ni hui (泥绘), or "clay painting." This traditional Chinese art form transforms humble clay into a lyrical language of...
