{"product_id":"zisha-teapot-by-artist-level-4-zhu-li-ping-l4-2020","title":"Zisha teapot Huai Xiang, handmade by artist Level 5, ZHU Li-Ping 朱丽萍（L5-2012）原矿粗砂朱泥 怀香","description":"\u003cp\u003e🫖 HUAI XIANG Zisha Teapot (怀香壶 \/ \"The Graceful Muse\")\u003cbr\u003eClay: Zhuni (Xiao Mei Yao) 朱泥\u003cbr\u003eCapacity: 160ml\u003cbr\u003eArtist: Zhu Li-Ping 朱丽萍（L5-2012）\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA Teapot with Feminine Poise \u0026amp; Classical Elegance\u003cbr\u003eAlso known as the \"Meiren Hu\" (美人壶, Beauty Teapot), the Huai Xiang teapot is a design that radiates gentle charm and poetic grace, inspired by classical femininity and elegant restraint. Specially designed with literati aesthetics in mind, it is often associated with a refined, quiet beauty — subtle, yet undeniably moving.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRefined Form – Delicate Balance, Expressive Curves\u003cbr\u003eThe body of the Huai Xiang teapot is rounded and full, with a form that is wider at the top and gently tapers toward the base, reflecting traditional Ming-style harmony in design. Its proportions echo the grace of a well-poised woman, with smooth flowing lines that suggest vitality beneath stillness — a form that’s at once gentle, structured, and full of tension.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe short, upward-turned spout adds a touch of playfulness, while ensuring a strong and smooth pour. The droplet-shaped handle (垂耳高圈把) rises elegantly and balances visually with the spout, offering a comfortable grip that fits naturally in the hand.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTogether, the elements create a sense of visual rhythm, making this not only a functional teapot but also an object of emotional resonance and aesthetic pleasure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eArtistic Interpretation – Poetry in Form\u003cbr\u003eThe name “Huai Xiang” literally means “Embracing Fragrance”, and the shape evokes a poetic verse:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e“A graceful lady, with eyes like clear ripples, carries a fragrance across ten miles. Her jade-like form sways in the breeze — in the palm of your hand, your heart stirs.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a teapot that doesn’t just serve tea — it tells a story, sings a melody, and carries the charm of ancient beauty into the present moment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eClay: Genuine Yixing Zhuni – fine, responsive, and develops beautiful patina\u003cbr\u003eCapacity: 160ml – ideal for solo sessions or small gatherings\u003cbr\u003eArtist: Zhu Li-Ping 朱丽萍（L5-2012）\u003cbr\u003eRecommended Teas: Aromatic Oolongs, Dancong, Black Tea, or aged Sheng Puerh\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"OVP","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39747388899386,"sku":"","price":220.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1587\/1309\/products\/5_1024x1024_2x_c09bb7dd-6445-4ba3-8b30-4dc569887e92.png?v=1665714972","url":"https:\/\/ovp.mom\/products\/zisha-teapot-by-artist-level-4-zhu-li-ping-l4-2020","provider":"OVP Tea","version":"1.0","type":"link"}