Shi Piao Zhuni Teapot - 70ml

Shi Piao Zhuni Teapot - 70ml

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A precision-crafted, hand-made 70ml teapot made from Zhuni clay. A machine is used only for surface finishing during the rolling process to achieve a smoother finish on both the interior and exterior of the teapot. The teapots feature a so-called "orange peel texture."

Master Jiao Qiudong is a traditional tea pot maker. He has been practicing this craft since 1985 and acquired his knowledge from his family, thus continuing the family’s ceramic tradition.

This clay has a high iron content and lower porosity than traditional Yixing clay. Zhuni is characterized by high shrinkage during firing, which gives these teapots their distinctive surface appearance. As a result, Zhuni teapots are more susceptible to thermal shock; always warm the teapot with hot water before pouring boiling water into it to prevent it from cracking.

Classic Li Xing design, with a pear-shaped teapot body; this style dates back to the Yuan Dynasty and has become one of the most popular and enduring designs in the history of Chinese ceramics. The package includes a gift box and a certificate.

Zhuni is ideal for teas with a higher degree of oxidation, aromatic oolongs, or even young shengas. That is, Yancha, Dancong, Taiwanese oolongs, and young shengs

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Before use: rinse the teapot in hot water and allow to dry completely before first use.

Maintenance: do not use detergents, dishwasher. Clean by hand, with clean water, without chemicals. Do not clean with clean water, clean with detergents. The teapot should be left to dry after each use.