Yixing purple clay teapots

Purple clay teapot

Yixing purple clay teapots are a treasure of Chinese traditional culture. They are mainly produced in Yixing, Jiangsu. They are made of purple clay and other raw materials through hand-made, mold-making and firing processes.

Yixing purple clay teapots have different shapes, such as the Xishi teapot that shows the beauty of women, the round teapot that is simple but stylish, and the smooth lines of the Shipiao teapot that shows the atmosphere. Each one is a work of art with ingenuity. At the same time, the color and texture of the purple clay teapot are also unique. The purple-red color is deep, and the surface is free of blemishes and spots. When knocked, the sound is simple and pure. If there is a sound, it may be a cracking phenomenon.

Purple clay teapots not only have artistic value, but also practical value. For brewing green tea, it is appropriate to choose a flat-shaped pot with a large mouth, which dissipates heat quickly and is not easy to change color; for brewing black tea, it is appropriate to choose a tall pot with a small mouth. After brewing with boiling water, the tea soup is fragrant. At the same time, the purple clay teapot has a moderate capacity, is easy to hold by the handle, has smooth water flow, and has a tight lid, which is very convenient to use.

The price of Yixing purple clay teapots is mainly determined by the clay, shape, workmanship, and style. Among them, the price of clay materials ranges from dozens to hundreds, and craftsmen with good workmanship will not use cheap clay materials. The shape of the pot is also a reflection of its value, and finely crafted purple clay teapots are even more expensive.

In general, Yixing purple clay teapots are tea sets that combine artistic beauty and practical functions, and are the product of the combination of tea culture and ceramic culture. Whether it is collected or used, purple clay teapots can bring people unique aesthetic experience and practical value.