NIXING CERAMIC TEAPOT FROM QINZHOU WITH LOTUS - CAPACITY 260ML - ZENG SHIJUN

1. Material: Nixing ceramic from Qinzhou (Guangxi)

• One of the celebrated "Four Great Ceramics" of China, made from the distinctive clay of the Qin River region.

• Character: Fired at high temperature, the ceramic is as hard and dense as steel, and rings with a clear metallic note when lightly tapped.

• Colour: A subdued reddish-brown liver tone, with a naturally smooth unglazed surface. The more the pot is seasoned with tea, the glossier and richer it becomes.

2. Maker: master craftsman Zeng Shijun

• Made entirely by hand by the master craftsman Zeng Shijun.

• Every detail, from the carved lines to the precision of the lid's fit, is finished to an exquisite standard, giving the piece high collector value.

3. Pot shape: 

• Features: A low cylindrical body with flat shoulders and a flat lid that seats perfectly flush with the rim

4. Decoration: incised lotus & calligraphy 

• Front: An incised lotus motif (lotus flower and rhizome) accented with small swimming fish, symbolising purity of spirit and a serene, unfettered life.

• Back: The calligraphic inscription "He Qi Zhi Xiang" (和氣致祥) — "harmony brings good fortune" — picked out in elegant gold.

• Meaning: A reminder that harmony and composure are what lead to good luck and auspicious things.

5. Capacity: 260ml

• A large-capacity pot (for group brewing), well suited to tea sessions with 4 to 6 guests.

• The roomy interior gives large-leaf teas (such as Shan Tuyet and pu-erh) enough space to open up fully and release their aroma.

6. Filter: 31-hole strainer

• What sets this pot apart is its strainer of up to 31 holes, drilled by hand and remarkably substantial.

• Standout advantages: Very fast pouring, a strong smooth stream and optimal filtering of leaf debris, for the clearest possible cup.

7. Suitable teas

• With its dense ceramic body and large capacity, the pot is ideal for: pu-erh, red tea, ancient-tree Shan Tuyet or aged teas