供春壶 - 老段泥 全手工紫砂茶壶 260cc

Gong Chun Teapot · Aged Duan Clay · Fully Handmade Yixing Zisha | 260cc

The Gong Chun teapot holds a singular place in the history of Chinese tea culture — it is named after Gong Chun, a servant boy who, in the 16th century, secretly observed a monk shaping clay and taught himself the art of Zisha pottery, becoming the legendary founder of Yixing teapot craft. To own a Gong Chun teapot is to hold the very origin story of this tradition in your hands.

This piece is crafted from Aged Duan (老段泥) clay — a mature, well-seasoned variant of the classic Duan Ni clay — and shaped entirely by hand, embodying a tradition recognized as a National Intangible Cultural Heritage of China.

Clay & Craftsmanship

• Clay: Aged Duan Ni (老段泥) — warm beige-yellow tones, coarse yet refined texture, excellent breathability and heat retention
• Technique: Fully handmade (全手工) using traditional Yixing slab-building methods
• Capacity: 260cc — ideal for sharing a quiet tea session with a close friend

The Gong Chun Form — Born from Legend

The Gong Chun teapot is traditionally modeled after the gnarled, organic form of a tree burl — a biomorphic design that celebrates nature's imperfect beauty. Its irregular, textured surface and asymmetric character make each piece utterly unique, a direct echo of the spontaneous creativity of its legendary creator.

Aged Duan Clay — Warmth in Every Pour

Aged Duan Ni clay is prized for its warm, sandy texture and its ability to enhance the sweetness and clarity of tea. Its open pore structure allows the teapot to breathe with your tea over time, developing a rich, honeyed patina that grows more beautiful with every brew. It pairs exceptionally well with aged pu-erh, roasted oolongs, and white teas.

A Living Piece of History

The Gong Chun teapot is more than a vessel — it is a tribute to curiosity, craftsmanship, and the enduring human desire to create beauty from the earth. Every pour is a quiet conversation with five centuries of Chinese tea culture.