Yixing Zisha Teapot 200cc – Purple Clay – Tea – Pointed Lid Ball-Hole Strainer

Shape first, decoration second — that is the logic behind this pot, and it works. Check the photos for the calligraphy; it is finished neatly and sits naturally in the design. The pointed lid ties the whole design together. It holds 200cc, which is plenty for solo gongfu sessions.

You are looking at purple clay with a fine grain and a smooth, comfortable hand-feel. Each clay has its own character; this pot's is written all over its surface; it is the kind of detail you only get from handmade work. Look closely and proportions favor the hand, not the display case. Rim is finished smooth against the lid, which makes daily brewing just a little easier. It packs easily for travel; small pots are the sturdiest travelers; it is the kind of detail you only get from handmade work. Look for the ball-hole strainer — it gives this piece its personality.

A practical pot with enough character to start conversations. You will reach for it more often than you expect.