If incised carving lends a tranquil, meditative beauty, then the art of hand painting on Nixing ware breathes a soft, poetic spirit into a tea vessel. The combination of the stately Đường Vũ silhouette, the timeless Nixing clay of Qinzhou and the lively hand-painted green bamboo motif by Artisan Hồ Đông Lệ has produced a one-of-a-kind piece of tea ware that brings elegance to any tea space.
Shape: Đường Vũ (a broad, imposing rim over a solid body, evoking the architecture of the golden Tang era).
Clay: Nixing ware from Qinzhou (one of China's "Four Great Potteries", renowned for clay rich in natural minerals).
Maker: Artisan Hồ Đông Lệ (handcrafted and hand-finished decoration).
Motif: hand-painted Gentleman's Bamboo (delicate freehand brushwork that adds a vivid accent of colour).
Capacity: 220ml (an ideal size for a tea table of 2 to 4 people).
Filter: 14 holes (precisely drilled by hand for a fast, strong pour).
The Đường Vũ shape is known for firm geometric lines that stand for dignity, integrity and steadiness. To soften those inherent angles, Artisan Hồ Đông Lệ has deftly introduced a supremely graceful hand-painted Gentleman's Bamboo motif.
Every bamboo leaf and branch is set down in light, flowing brushstrokes, striking a beautiful contrast against the quiet, dark body of the Nixing clay. In feng shui, bamboo stands not only for the noble, resilient character of the gentleman but also brings the owner luck, peace and prosperity.
Made from the unique clay of the Thao Giang region (Guangxi), the Nixing teapot carries no glaze, yet its surface is silky smooth thanks to firing at extremely high temperatures
Brings out the best in the tea: a double-pore structure keeps heat exceptionally well and holds the aroma for a long time. This is the "secret weapon" that lets heavily fermented teas such as pu-erh (raw/ripe), oolong and black tea unfold their deepest layers of flavour.
The more it is seasoned, the richer it grows: over long use and careful seasoning, the mineral grains on the body absorb the tea's essential oils, so the surface gradually takes on a smooth patina and deepens to the lustre of black jade.
A 220ml capacity is the most fitting size for drinking alone, for two, or for receiving a few close friends.
The 14-hole filter sits inside the spout, giving a round, strong stream with a clean cut-off and no clogging from spent leaves.
Breaking in: before the first brew, rinse the clay dust from the pot with warm water. Then simmer the pot gently in a saucepan with a little of your favourite tea for 10-15 minutes to awaken the mineral cells of the clay.
Seasoning: after each use, simply rinse the spent leaves out with boiling water; never use soap or detergent. Wipe the body gently with a soft cloth while it is still warm so the patina develops quickly.
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