{"product_id":"zisha-teapot-by-artist-level-3-yu-zhen-l3-2018-zi-ni","title":"Zisha teapot Han Wa, handmade by artist Level 3, YU Zhen（L3-2018）Zi Ni","description":"\u003cp\u003e🫖 Hanwa Teapot (汉瓦壶) – 220ml\u003cbr\u003eClay: Zi Ni (紫泥)\u003cbr\u003eCapacity: 220ml\u003cbr\u003eCraftsmanship: Fully Handmade\u003cbr\u003eEngraving: Excerpt from Shui Diao Ge Tou 《水调歌头》by Su Shi\u003cbr\u003eArtist: Yu Zhen 俞震 (Level 3 National Arts \u0026amp; Crafts Artist, 2018)\u003cbr\u003eIncludes: Certificate of authenticity + gift box\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHanwa — A Roof of Elegance, A Vessel of Culture\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Hanwa (汉瓦) Teapot draws inspiration from the curved eaves tiles of Han Dynasty architecture — gentle arcs, solemn structures, and a sense of enduring shelter. The name “Hanwa” (literally \"Han Tile\") evokes ancient roofs that bore witness to centuries of wind, rain, moonlight, and human stories. In the world of Yixing teapots, this form has come to symbolize solidity, simplicity, and timeless elegance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis teapot’s structure is rounded and slightly arched, resembling the upward curvature of traditional Han tiles. The shoulders are broad, the belly full, and the lines are harmonious yet commanding, like the rhythm of ancient poetry carved into clay. It carries a sense of stability and strength, but never loses grace.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEngraving -\u003c\/strong\u003eIt is further elevated by engraving a verse from the Song Dynasty poet Su Shi’s masterpiece 《水调歌头》“Shui Diao Ge Tou”:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e“When will the bright moon appear? With a cup of wine in hand, I ask the sky…”\u003cbr\u003eThese immortal lines evoke both longing and transcendence, adding layers of cultural depth to the already meaningful vessel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eClay – Authentic Yixing Zi Ni (Purple Clay)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis teapot is made from original ore Zi Ni, sourced from Huanglong Mountain in Yixing. Zi Ni is a classic clay prized for its balanced porosity and heat retention, making it suitable for all tea types.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eColor: Deep purple-brown, modest and rich\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTexture: Smooth, fine-grained, elegant without being flashy\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBrewing Characteristics: Excellent heat preservation and aroma retention\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMicrostructure: Dual-porosity system allows for ideal air circulation within the pot, enhancing flavor development during brewing\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eZi Ni teapots are often compared to a fine jade maiden — understated yet beautiful, subtle in presence, but powerful in function.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the Artist – Yu Zhen (俞震)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBorn in 1969 in the ceramics capital of Yixing, Yu Zhen is a Level 3 National Arts \u0026amp; Crafts Artist (awarded in 2018) and a respected member of Zisha Factory No. 1.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith over 20 years of experience in Yixing ceramic carving and teapot making, Yu Zhen’s works are known for their bold forms, refined carving, and masculine grace. Trained under multiple senior masters and immersed in a family of ceramic artists, Yu brings together the essence of traditional Chinese art and his own unique design sensibilities.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHis style is characterized by:\u003cbr\u003e✔ Structural confidence with dynamic flow\u003cbr\u003e✔ Deep cultural references in shape and decoration\u003cbr\u003e✔ Powerful lines, dignified proportions, and authentic workmanship\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis Hanwa teapot is a testament to his deep technical skills and his poetic interpretation of form and function.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended Teas: Suitable for all types – Pu-erh, Oolong, Black, Green, etc.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA roof for the soul, a home for the tea. Classic, composed, and culturally profound.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"OVP","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39797896806458,"sku":"","price":480.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1587\/1309\/products\/9_1024x1024_2x_75ef8846-bdf8-47c4-9c26-779023782ee7.jpg?v=1670311393","url":"https:\/\/ovp.mom\/products\/zisha-teapot-by-artist-level-3-yu-zhen-l3-2018-zi-ni","provider":"OVP Tea","version":"1.0","type":"link"}