Han Wa Yixing Zisha Teapot

The design of the Han Wa teapot is inspired by the Western Han Dynasty in ancient China when people invented semi-circular tile. The shape of the finial of Han Wa teapot is very similar to the tile, so people named this kind of teapot Han Wa teapot.

TeaVivre’s Han Wa teapot has a capacity of about 200ml, its whole body is similar to a barrel, with a large mouth diameter, which is very convenient for us to put tea and inject water, and it is easier to clean. The spout is short and thick, pouring smoothly and stopping neatly. All in all, it is an entry-level and very cost-effective teapot.

Material – Zi Ni (紫泥)

Zi Ni is a classic and widely recognized Zisha clay on the market, refined from Zisha ore dug out of the mine of Huanglong, Yixing. This clay has a stable, mature color, a high iron content, and good breathability and structure. Along with this, it barely contracts when fired and molds easily, marking it as a good choice for large crafts and also the first choice of clay for many Zisha makers. Teapots made out of Zi Ni can easily maintain a lustrous shine, and are generally preferred for brewing light-roasted oolong or pu-erh teas.

Origin

Yixing County is known as the Pottery Capital of China for its extensive 6500-year history of the craft. The area boasts abundant resources of argil, tea, bamboo, and charcoal, each of which contributes an important base material for the making of pottery. Yixing Zisha products have earned countless prizes both at home in China as well as abroad, with a few exceptional works presented as national gifts during international diplomacy.