Many tea connoisseurs consider the Yixing Red Clay Dragon Shi Piao Teapot an indispensable item for a tea enthusiast’s collection. Its distinctive qualities come from the rare Yixing purple clay (ZiSha), found only in Yixing, Jiangsu Province, China, and the exceptional craftsmanship of skilled artisans. Yixing teapots are regarded by many connoisseurs as one of the best vessels for steeping tea.

The following natural characteristics demonstrate the unique properties of the Yixing Red Clay Dragon Shi Piao Teapot and its raw material.

Features:
• Unique Adsorption: The excellent ventilation of Yixing red clay creates strong adsorption. During use, the teapot continuously absorbs tea aroma and gradually develops its own fragrance. To avoid flavor mixing, it is recommended to brew only one type of tea in the teapot.
• The More Nourished, the More Spiritual: Unlike ordinary utensils, the more this teapot is used and cleaned, the smoother, shinier, and more refined it becomes over time.
• Resistance to Hot and Cold: The sandy structure of Yixing red clay transfers heat slowly, providing excellent stability under hot and cold conditions. Even when heated directly, it is not prone to cracking.

Materials & Contents:
• Yixing Dahongpao Red Clay (大红袍泥)

Size & Capacity:
• Size: Width 13.4 cm (5.27 inches), Height 6 cm (2.36 inches), 220 ml (7.43 oz)

Teapot Maker:

Chen Mengjun, male, Yixing ceramic artist, member of Jiangsu Ceramics Association, member of China Arts and Crafts Association, director of Jiangsu Collectors Association, former deputy director of China Yixing Zisha Museum, former deputy director of Jiangsu Yixing Arts and Crafts Ceramics Factory, China Ceramic Industry Association Member of the Display Art Ceramics Committee. Speaking of Chen Mengjun, he is also a very famous name in Yixing. The Xishi pot he created has been admired by many senior pot making seniors, and is respected by the locals as the king of Xishi". His works have won many awards in the exhibition of purple clay pots. They are widely recognized by collectors.