Yixing Zisha Teapot 260cc – Purple Clay – Square Carving Tea – Bridge Lid Calligraphy

This is a working teapot, not a museum piece — though it photographs like one. You can see the calligraphy clearly in the main image, exactly as it arrives. The bridge lid sets this one apart from plainer pieces in the same range. Sized at 260cc, it is built for small gatherings of two or three.

You are looking at purple clay, the classic Yixing material that rounds out harsh edges in the brew. The square form keeps the profile distinctive without getting in the way of the pour. In practice, good firing gives the clay a clear ring when tapped. Spout tip is shaped to cut the stream cleanly, with no dribbling — simple, and exactly right. Spout tip is shaped to cut the stream cleanly, with no dribbling — the photos do not exaggerate. It brews for one or two drinkers, the classic slow-afternoon setup. What I like: the compact size means less water wasted warming the pot. A closer look at the listing photos shows the red-brown clay worked in with care.

Add it to your cart and give your tea the vessel it deserves. A solid choice for anyone building a gongfu setup from scratch. Simple, sturdy, and pleasant to hold: the whole pitch.