Shang Xin Qiao (上新桥) Benshan Lüni Yixing Teapot
Shang Xin Qiao Benshan Lüni Teapot | Yixing Zisha
上新桥 本山绿泥 | 宜兴紫砂
Artist: Shi Yin Zhi (Research-level Senior Arts and Crafts Master)
Clay: Benshan Lüni from Huanglong Shan
Made in artist's studio, Dingshan, Yixing
ABOUT THE TEAPOT
This is a teapot crafted by Master Shi Yin Zhi himself, in a very fine Benshan Lüni clay.
These days, Master Shi rarely works on classic shapes, preferring instead to focus on his innovative and award-winning original creations. This is a rare opportunity to collect a wonderfully executed traditional shape crafted by the Master himself.
More information and viewing (online or in-person) available by private application -- please contact us with interest.
Click here to learn more about this studio: The House of Shi
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.