西施壶 全手工 原矿沉香泥 220CC

Xi Shi Teapot · Original Ore Chen Xiang Clay · Fully Handmade Yixing Zisha | 220cc

The Xi Shi (西施) teapot is named after Xi Shi — one of the Four Great Beauties of ancient China, celebrated for a grace so natural and effortless that even her simplest gestures were said to be beautiful. The Xi Shi teapot embodies that same quality: a form so perfectly proportioned, so softly rounded, that it needs no ornament. It is beauty distilled to its essence.

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 precious agarwood — and shaped entirely by hand, embodying a tradition recognized as a National Intangible Cultural Heritage of China.

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: 220cc — intimate and focused, perfect for solo gongfu tea sessions

The Xi Shi Form — Beauty Without Effort

The Xi Shi silhouette is immediately recognizable — its plump, rounded body swells gently like a breath held in quiet contentment, its short curved spout and loop handle in perfect harmony. The lid sits flush and precise, its small button finial the only accent in a form that needs none. It is a teapot that feels as good in the hand as it looks on the table — warm, smooth, and perfectly balanced.

Chen Xiang Clay — Fragrance & Depth

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 Timeless Feminine Grace

The Xi Shi in Chen Xiang clay is a teapot of quiet, enduring beauty — a meaningful gift for those who appreciate elegance without excess, and a daily companion that makes every tea session feel like a moment of grace.