Artist: Xu Jian Bin, Associate National Arts and Crafts Master Clay: Golden Zhuni Capacity: 170ml Pour Time: 9s Made inDingshan, Yixing
This classic Fang Gu teapot was fully handmade by Master Xu Jian Bin in a lovely Golden Zhuni.
The artist has shown great mastery in the executing this classic form with perfectly balanced form (架子) and elegant line (线条). The line flows with strength and refinement through the handle, across the lid knob and into the spout, a powerful yet elegant line across the 3 elements of "流扭把". Beyond just making a teapot, Master Xu demonstrates a good understanding of classical Chinese form in this execution.
This piece comes with a beautiful wooden presentation box from the artist's studio.
CARE OF YOUR ZISHA 1. To clean your new teapot, first rinse well inside and out with lukewarm water. Then fill with hot water just off the boil, steep for 30s and pour out. Repeat the hot water rinse 2-3 times as needed. 2. Brew your favorite tea! 3. After the session, empty the spent leaf and rinse out well with hot water. Dry the exterior gently with a soft cloth if needed to remove any stains that remain. 4. Air dry in a well-ventilated area with the lid removed.
Other Tips: - Never use detergent or any other cleaning agent on Zisha! - Our Zisha is top quality; boiling with tea leaves (or tofu) before use is not needed. - Your teapot will develop a patina through regular use and care. Avoid pouring tea over the exterior of the pot to hasten the process, this will quickly result in a “dirty” looking pot.
