{"product_id":"shipiao-teapot-yixing-purple-clay-dragon-carved","title":"Shipiao Teapot Yixing Purple Clay Dragon Carved 240ml Gift","description":"\u003ch2\u003eShipiao Teapot – Yixing Purple Clay Dragon Carved\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eOne of the most iconic silhouettes in Yixing teapot history, the \u003cstrong\u003eShipiao (stone ladle) form\u003c\/strong\u003e is celebrated for its stable, grounded presence and timeless proportions. This piece elevates the classic shape with a hand-carved dragon — scales, whiskers, and claws rendered in vivid detail, as if the dragon is soaring through clouds. Deep red and lustrous, it is equally at home on a tea tray or in a collector’s cabinet.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eClassic Shipiao Form:\u003c\/strong\u003e One of Yixing’s most revered teapot shapes — solid, stable, and beautifully proportioned for daily gongfu brewing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHand-Carved Dragon:\u003c\/strong\u003e Traditional carving technique brings the dragon to life with fluid, natural lines — a symbol of auspiciousness and power.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDeep Red Finish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rich, lustrous tone that deepens and brightens with regular use and tea seasoning.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSmooth Pouring:\u003c\/strong\u003e Short upright spout delivers clean, drip-free flow; built-in filter holes catch tea residue.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCollectible \u0026amp; Functional:\u003c\/strong\u003e Suitable for daily brewing and long-term collection — a piece that gains character over time.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCare:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rinse with water only. Avoid detergent or chemical cleaners. The clay naturally seasons and becomes more lustrous with each brew.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eMaterial \u0026amp; Craftsmanship\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOre Zi Ni (Purple Clay):\u003c\/strong\u003e Authentic Yixing ore purple clay — fine in texture, mineral-rich, with excellent air permeability and heat retention.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFired at 1200°C:\u003c\/strong\u003e High-temperature firing produces a solid, stable structure that enhances tea aroma and locks in fragrance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFully Handmade\u003c\/strong\u003e using traditional Yixing techniques by master artisan Han Chuanjie.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eArtisan\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eCrafted by \u003cstrong\u003eHan Chuanjie\u003c\/strong\u003e, born in Yixing, Jiangsu in 1985. A graduate of Yixing Dingshu Senior Vocational School (industrial art) and further trained at the China Academy of Arts and Crafts in 1999, Han has studied under multiple renowned masters. His works are known for their precise craftsmanship and lifelike sculptural quality.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Han Chuanjie - Yixing Teapot Artisan\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0581\/5104\/3221\/files\/8c9190ef0234ca4f8bd2a0eae96afe6d.jpg?v=1741598409\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDiameter:\u003c\/strong\u003e 13.8 cm (5.43\")\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCaliber:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5.3 cm (2.09\")\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 7.4 cm (2.91\")\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCapacity:\u003c\/strong\u003e 240 ml (8.12 oz)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIncludes:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1 Teapot, Gift Box, Certificate of Authenticity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003ePerfect Gift\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003ePresented in a premium gift box with authenticity certificate — an ideal gift for tea enthusiasts, collectors, and anyone who appreciates the art of Yixing purple clay.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Kiriko House","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47882826023133,"sku":"EWXZ014","price":89.98,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0802\/2409\/2381\/files\/EWXZ014_1.jpg?v=1777992781","url":"https:\/\/cupshome.com\/products\/shipiao-teapot-yixing-purple-clay-dragon-carved","provider":"Edo Kiriko House","version":"1.0","type":"link"}