ZISHA XISHI TEAPOT IN DA HONG PAO CLAY WITH DRAGON MOTIF - CAPACITY 240ML - ARTISAN JIANG JIAYE

The Xishi Da Hong Pao Zisha Teapot is a perfect union of the soft, classic Xishi form, rare Da Hong Pao clay and a finely carved dragon motif. This is not only a premium brewing vessel that honours the flavour of the tea, but also a singular work of art with high collectible value.

1. Product details

• Product name: Xishi Da Hong Pao Zisha Teapot (dragon motif)

• Teapot shape: Xishi (西施) – a rounded form with soft, graceful and balanced lines.

• Clay: Da Hong Pao (大红袍) – a rare ore clay, brilliant red in colour, with a firm, fine-grained surface and rich mineral content.

• Capacity: 240ml (suited to a tea table of 3 – 5 people).

• Making: entirely handmade (fully hand-formed).

• Artisan: Jiang Jiaye (the piece comes with the artisan's certificate of making).

2. Da Hong Pao clay & aesthetic value

• Striking colour: Da Hong Pao clay has a natural red hue full of vitality and good fortune. With regular care and seasoning with tea, the surface grows ever glossier and smoother, deepening in tone and taking on a beautiful patina.

• How it lifts the tea: raw-ore zisha clay has a distinctive porous structure that retains heat well, insulates effectively and brings out the original aroma of premium teas such as oolong, Wuyi rock tea, Wuyi oolong and pu-erh.

3. The dragon motif & the art of handcrafting

• Finely carved dragon: the dragon motif is rendered vividly on the body of the pot by artisan Jiang Jiaye. The lines of the scales and the majestic bearing are carved in meticulous detail, carrying a feng shui meaning of nobility, prosperity and smooth fortune.

• Masterly handcrafting: every detail, from the spout and the handle to the lid, is formed entirely by hand to exact proportions. The pour is strong and smooth, and cuts off cleanly without dribbling.

4. Feng shui meaning & the tea-drinking experience

• A symbol of good fortune: the auspicious red of Da Hong Pao clay combined with the sacred image of the dragon brings positive energy and flourishing prosperity to the owner.

• An experience at its peak: the 240ml capacity is ideal for unhurried tea gatherings. The pot sits firmly in the hand and the snug-fitting lid holds in the tea's original flavour and aroma through every infusion.