{"product_id":"handmade-yixing-purple-clay-zisha-teapot-160ml-200ml-rong-tian","title":"Handmade Yixing Purple Clay (Zisha) Teapot 160ml \/ 200ml - Rong Tian","description":"\u003cp\u003eA purple clay teapot is a type of handmade pottery originating from Yixing, China. Made from rare and natural purple clay, these teapots are prized for enhancing the flavor and aroma of tea while offering a distinct aesthetic appeal. The unique properties of Zisha (purple clay) make it ideal for brewing fine teas.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eThe Rong Tian (容天壶) Design\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe name \"Rong Tian\" translates to \"Accommodating Heaven\" or \"Broad-Minded.\" The design is deeply inspired by the Maitreya Buddha (often known in the West as the Laughing Buddha), who is famous in Chinese culture for having a large belly that can \"accommodate all the difficult things in the world.\" Owning and using this teapot symbolizes a magnanimous spirit, open-mindedness, and a peaceful, accepting approach to life.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis elegant 160ml teapot features a beautifully plump, stable, and minimalist profile. The short, robust spout provides an incredibly smooth and powerful pour, while the perfectly proportioned ear-shaped handle ensures a comfortable grip. It is fully handmade from premium Xiao Mei Yao Zhuni—a highly prized, rare vermilion clay famous for its high shrinkage rate and high difficulty in firing. This specific clay gives the teapot a rich, vibrant reddish-orange hue and a remarkably fine texture. With regular use, the clay will quickly develop a brilliant, glossy patina.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eXiao Mei Yao Zhuni (小煤窑朱泥) Clay\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eCrafted from Xiao Mei Yao Zhuni, a prized vermilion clay from Yixing. This clay is known for its high shrinkage during firing, which demands great skill to shape fully by hand without warping. It fires to a smooth, lustrous, warm reddish-orange surface that develops a rich patina with regular use.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvailable in 160ml \/ 200ml — classic gongfu sizes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFully handmade from Xiao Mei Yao Zhuni (Premium Vermilion Clay)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRecommended for aromatic teas: young raw pu-erh, light oolongs such as Tieguanyin and Dancong, and black tea\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eA classic Rong Tian for the gongfu tea table — and a fine example of traditional Yixing craftsmanship.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"隐庐居 Hidden Brews Authentic Yixing Zisha Teapots","offers":[{"title":"160ml (5.4oz)","offer_id":50826758258736,"sku":"sku-44156607168647","price":219.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"200ml (6.7oz)","offer_id":50826758291504,"sku":"sku-44156607201415","price":259.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0295\/2226\/4112\/files\/product-8476731900039-cover-black.jpg?v=1792265367","url":"https:\/\/cspuerh.com\/products\/handmade-yixing-purple-clay-zisha-teapot-160ml-200ml-rong-tian","provider":"Cspuerh (Chen Sheng Hao)","version":"1.0","type":"link"}