子冶石瓢 全手工 原矿沉香泥 240CC

Zi Ye Shi Piao Teapot · Original Ore Chen Xiang Clay · Fully Handmade Yixing Zisha | 240cc

The Zi Ye Shi Piao (子冶石瓢) is one of the most celebrated forms in Yixing Zisha history, named after Qu Yingshao — the Qing Dynasty scholar and artist known by the pen name “Zi Ye” — who refined the classic Shi Piao (Stone Ladle) form into the elegant, triangular silhouette beloved by collectors today. This piece is crafted from original ore Chen Xiang (沉香泥) clay — a rare and deeply aromatic Zisha clay named for its resemblance to the precious agarwood (chen xiang) prized in Chinese culture — and shaped entirely by hand, embodying a tradition recognized as a National Intangible Cultural Heritage of China.

Imagine settling into a quiet afternoon with this teapot in your hands — its warm, dark surface carrying a subtle earthy depth, its precise triangular form a study in scholarly restraint. The Chen Xiang clay seems to breathe with the tea, drawing out its fragrance and deepening its character with every pour.

Clay & Craftsmanship

• Clay: Original ore Chen Xiang (沉香泥) — rare and distinctive, with a deep, warm brown tone and a subtle mineral complexity that enhances tea fragrance
• Technique: Fully handmade (全手工) using traditional Yixing slab-building methods
• Capacity: 240cc — ideal for focused gongfu tea sessions

The Zi Ye Shi Piao Form — Scholar's Perfection

The Zi Ye interpretation of the Shi Piao is distinguished by its refined, elongated proportions and its elegant triangular profile. Its flat trapezoidal lid, straight angled spout, and loop handle are in perfect harmony — a form that rewards close attention and reveals new beauty from every angle. It is a teapot that speaks of patience, precision, and the quiet pursuit of excellence.

Chen Xiang Clay — Fragrance in Every Pour

Chen Xiang clay is named for its deep, warm, resinous character — a quality that makes it particularly prized for brewing aromatic teas. Its mineral-rich structure enhances floral and woody notes, making it an exceptional companion for high-mountain oolongs, aged white teas, and fragrant rock teas. With regular use, its surface develops a warm, deep luster that deepens its agarwood-like character.

A Teapot of Depth & Refinement

The Zi Ye Shi Piao in Chen Xiang clay is a teapot for those who seek depth in both their tea and their craft — a vessel that rewards patience, attention, and the willingness to slow down and truly taste.