Yixing Zisha
Valuing The Art Of A Unique Teapots
Antique is something that is at least a hundred years old, so when you think of Antique Teapots, these are usually vintage or just old, but every year, a generation of them moves into the actual ‘antique’ category. Don’t worry, while most use this term for any old fashioned style or vintage type teapot, eventually it will actually become one.
Many people find that they love these older teapots and they find there is a good number to choose form. They come in a number of styles like Oriental, ceramic , porcelain and even English. Some are breathtaking and you might want to put nothing in them, and instead choose to put them on display. Many of these pots can be found anywhere form estate sale to garage sales and even antique shops as well as online.
For a long time the Japanese have been making teapots, and are considered to be experts in the world of tea since they do have thousands of styles available. Many pots that they use in ceremonies are designed for one specific event this means there is a large number of options that you can choose from. It would be considered common to find Japanese Teapots made from cast iron, and this is called Tetsubin, which is actually an older and far more durable type of material. They are glazed on the interior to help prevent the flavors from mixing.
What is a Yixing teapot you might ask? Well, Yixing Teapots are clay teapots that go as far back as 15th century China, and is made from Yixing clay, in the providence of Jiangsu in Eastern China. This type of teapot was actually a traditional style used to brew tea, and originated in this country. They are of simple designs, and don’t have a lot of the intricate patterns that you may find on porcelain or ceramic teapots, but the are still stylish in their simplicity.
Although the name would suggest it, Yinxing teapots are not actually made inYixing, but in the nearby town of Dingshu, but falls under the administration of Yixing. It is a popular Chinese tourist destination, and many of them line the streets on the edge of town. Dingshu is home to dozens of ceramics factories, Yixing Zisha Factory Number 1 has some of the most clay in the region.
This is only a very small number of examples for each of these teapots. You will be able to find more varieties on the internet, in historical sites and even in retail stores. They will certainly add a level of inspiration to your home, and your guest will notice them. They are lovely to view and have a full function as well.
Seasoning new Chinese yixing zisha teapot
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Genuine YiXing Teapot, Toad on Lotus Seeds, Larger Size $34.99 Handcrafted YiXing Teapot: Toad on Lotus Seeds. Approx Capacity 400ml or 13.5oz Approx Dimensions 6.5 inches x 5 inches Considered to be the best vessel for brewing tea, YiXing teapots are made of unique sand clays that have wonderful flavor retaining qualities. YiXing teapots first appeared during the Sung Dynasty (960-1279) in the YiXing region of China. This is the world’s only source of th… |
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Genuine YiXing Teapot, Frog on Lotus with Moving Seeds – Peace and Harmony Handcrafted YiXing Teapot: Frog atop a Lotus with seeds that move – symbolizing Peace and Harmony Approx Capacity 350ml or 12oz Approx Dimensions 7 inches x 4 inches Considered to be the best vessel for brewing tea, YiXing teapots are made of unique sand clays that have wonderful flavor retaining qualities. YiXing teapots first appeared during the Sung Dynasty (960-1279) in the YiXing region of … |
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Chinese New Year Gifts / Chinese Gifts / Chinese Home Decor – Chinese Yixing Zisha Teapot – Chinese Calligraphy / Painting Chinese YiXing Zisha Teapot – Chinese Calligraphy / Painting: This Chinese YiXing ZiSha teapot is decorated with painting on one side; and Chinese calligraphy on the other side. Yixing pottery refers to the unique traditional stoneware made in Yixing, China. They are made from the reddish clay (zisha) found in Yixing area, usually unglazed to display the beauty of the shiny color of the clay. Mos… |
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Happy Bonsai Handcrafted Oval Zisha Pot 2.8 Height $20.00 Authentic zisha pot made in Yixing, Jiangsu province , the famous pottery capital of China… |
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Happy Bonsai Handcrafted Rectanglar Zisha Pot 2 Height $38.00 Authentic zisha pot made in Yixing, Jiangsu province , the famous pottery capital of China… |
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Happy Bonsai Light Green 3-Legged Zisha Pot 3.5 Height $29.00 The craftwork on the pot are all handcrafted. The mini zisha bonsai pot made by “Ying xiao qing”, the famous artist in Yixing…. |
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Happy Bonsai Anomalous Mini Red Zisha Pot $18.06 The craftwork on the pot are all handcrafted. The super mini zisha bonsai pot made by “Ying xiao qing”, the famous artist in Yixing…. |
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Happy Bonsai Tall Zisha Pot Trunk-Shaped 4.5 Height $40.17 The craftwork on the pot are all handcrafted. The mini zisha bonsai pot made by “Ying xiao qing”, the famous artist in Yixing…. |