Among the classic teapot shapes, the Tieu Ying has always been loved for the beauty of its full, generous roundness. This plain Nixing ware piece (undecorated) by artisan Huang Shaojing not only celebrates that beauty of form but also conceals impressive功 functional strength within.
Aesthetics: The Tieu Ying shape is characterized by a "taut belly, sloping shoulders, tall neck", looking overall like a full-figured, graceful young woman. The line from the lid down to the body is unbroken, giving a smooth, perfectly rounded feel.
The beauty of plain ware: With no carved patterns, the teapot shows off the brown Nixing clay in full. This is the beauty of "true quality speaks for itself" – the longer you look, the deeper it seems; the more you use it, the more beautiful it becomes (as the pot develops its patina).
At a capacity of 200ml, an artisan handcrafting as many as 19 filter holes is a rarely seen feat of painstaking work
In actual use:
Water flow : The pour comes out strong, round and full.
Preserving the taste: The fast pour lets the brewer stay in complete control of the steeping time, so the tea never turns harsh or bitter.
Capacity 200ml: The "golden" size for every need, from drinking alone to drinking with a companion.
Heat retention: The rounded, plump shape retains heat very well, ideal for awakening the flavor and aroma of teas that need high temperatures, such as pu-erh, oolong or red tea.
Snug lid: Precision craftsmanship: the lid sits tight and turns smoothly, ensuring good pressure so the pour cuts off cleanly, with no dripping.
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