Name: Yixing Old Zhuni Clay “Jing Lan” Teapot
SKU: teaware-yixing-Jinglan
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Description

Jing Lan Teapot

This Jing Lan-style (井栏壶） yixing teapot was made by hand in Yixing in the year 2000, from Zhu Ni (red clay). Its has a cylinder shape, inspired by well fence from the potter in Qing dynasty. It reminds people about their daily life, and when one draws water, one should never forget where it comes from.

The Fang Gu teapot is ideal for the following tea types:

Carved Design

The teapot is decorated on one side with a poem in calligraphy translates as: dragon and crane play in the sky and with wind happily.

On the opposite side is a delicate plum blossom design.

About Yixing Clay

Jiangsu province, China, is renowned for its “Zhuni”, which means red clay, from Yixing county. The region has been the home of countless artisans for over 500 years.

This teapot’s thick walls and the high iron content of the clay (9.2%) provide excellent insulation, protecting your tea from temperature variations. In addition, the porous structure of Yixing clay allows the teapot to breathe, keeping the tea dry. This prevents mold in your teapot. The clay itself is found in Jiangsu’s craggy cliffs, after which it is crushed, sieved, and only the finest clay is selected to produce a smooth texture. Over years of use, the clay will take on a rich hue.

Additional information

Weight	14.2 oz
Dimensions	4 × 4 × 3.5 in
Origin	Yixing, Jiangsu, China
Year	2000
Clay	Red clay, Zhuni
Artist/Potter	Zhou, Yi Hua
Kiln	Yixing Purple Clay No.1 Facility
Weight	403 grams
Capacity	400 ml
Tea Suggestion	Pu-erh Tea, Rock Tea, Red/Black Tea
Filter Type	Clay, 9 holes

Preparing Your New Teapot

Certain steps must be followed to insure that the best results are obtained from your teapot. Each new teapot will have some fine clay residue.

1. Place your teapot in a lidded pot. Fill the pot with water, being sure to immerse the teapot in the water. Add 15 grams of tea and simmer for 15 minutes. Do not allow the water to boil.

2. Allow to cool and rinse thoroughly.

3. Repeat step one using pure water, no tea. This will clean out the pores of the teapot, enabling it to “breathe” in the flavor of the tea chosen for that particular teapot. It is recommended that only one type of tea is used in your teapot, since the teapot will take on characteristics of the original tea stored in it.

4. Allow your teapot to dry completely, for approximately 1 day, before storing. Clean with tools such as bamboo tea tools and warm water. Do not use soap or dishwasher.

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