Na Piao teapot (纳瓢壶)

The exact term "纳瓢壶" is not widely documented in standard teapot lexicons and may be a regional, studio, or maker-specific name for a variant of the well-known 瓢 (piao) or "ladle/scoop" teapot form. With that caveat, this form can be placed in the broader historical context of Chinese small teapots: forms like the piao and many other lively, nature- or utensil-inspired shapes were developed and refined from the late Ming into the Qing dynasty, especially by Yixing potters, and became popular among tea connoisseurs and literati for gongfu brewing.

Shape note
The piao-type teapot typically evokes a dipper or gourd: an asymmetrical, slightly elongated or bulbous body that leans or tapers like a scoop, a short, well-centered spout, and a tight-fitting lid. Handles are usually simple and ergonomic. These teapots are often modest in size (suited to gongfu tea), emphasize tactile clay surfaces (commonly Yixing zisha), and prioritize balanced pouring and heat retention. Individual examples labeled "纳瓢壶" may vary in proportions, decoration, or finishing, so the precise silhouette can differ between makers.
Wood-fired handmade Yixing teapot made from Duanni clay sourced from the original Huanglongshan mine. Xu Shun Wei.