What is Yixing Clay Teapot with Blessing Meaning?
The yixing clay teapot is made by using zi ni and qing shui ni. Zi ni clay is for making body of the yixing teapot. Zi ni or purple clay is the most popular type of yixing zisha clay. The yixing teapot made from zi ni has the features of good plasticity, high green strength, desiccation and low elasticity. Qing shui ni clay is for making handle and spout, and handle of lid, here mainly to show the different image to express the blessing meaning.
What does the Pattern meaning?
The whole body of this yixing clay teapot is decorated with bamboo painting and Chinese Handwriting “知足常乐" which means "Happiness consists in contentment". Lid of of this yixing teapot is designed with a bat, in Chinese it has the same pronunciation as the word "福(pronounced as [fu])", handle and spout bamboo shape, bamboo in Chinese 竹(pronounced as [zhu]) with the same pronunciation as the word "祝", so it forms the meaning “祝福” in English blessings, best wishes. Also, bamboo itsself in Chinese culture is symbol of virtue.
How to clean a Yixing clay teapot?
Hand wash only using hot water and gentle scrubbing without soap (Yixing clay absorbs aromas easily). Keep lid off until thoroughly dry. Do not microwave.
How is it packaged?
Safely packed in a gift box with foam protection.
Weight | 0.300000 |
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