Purple Clay Teapot Yixing Sky Blue Xi Shi Stripe 335ml

Purple Clay Teapot – Yixing Sky Blue Clay Xi Shi Stripe Design

A masterpiece of traditional Chinese ceramic art, this Yixing teapot is crafted from rare Sky Blue Clay (Tian Qing Ni) — one of the most prized raw ores in the Yixing Zisha family. The elegant Xi Shi silhouette, adorned with refined stripe detailing, reflects the artisan’s pursuit of beauty in both form and function. With a generous 335ml capacity, it is ideal for sharing tea in gongfu style.

Why Yixing Sky Blue Clay?

Tian Qing Ni (Sky Blue Clay) is a rare variety of Yixing purple clay, prized for its fine texture, excellent porosity, and distinctive cool-toned finish. Like all Yixing clay, its double-porous structure absorbs tea aroma over time, gradually developing a natural patina and personal fragrance unique to your brewing ritual. Dedicate this teapot to one type of tea for the richest flavor development.

Key Features

• Rare Tian Qing Ni (Sky Blue Clay) — premium Yixing ore with fine texture and cool tone
• Xi Shi classic form — timeless silhouette with elegant stripe detailing
• 335ml capacity — ideal for gongfu tea sharing sessions
• Strong adsorption — absorbs and develops tea aroma with every use
• Excellent thermal stability — slow heat transfer, crack-resistant, direct-heat safe
• Develops with use — becomes smoother, shinier, and more refined over time

Specifications

• Material: Yixing Sky Blue Clay (Tian Qing Ni)
• Capacity: 335 ml (11.33 oz)
• Dimensions: L 13.3 cm × W 8.6 cm × H 6.4 cm (5.24" × 1.69" × 3.23")
• Technique: Traditional handmade
• SKU: XZ22040

About the Maker

Wu Wencai, born in Dingshu Town, Yixing City, has been captivated by the art of pottery since childhood. Since entering the purple clay industry, she has dedicated herself to learning, exploring, and innovating — absorbing the essence of traditional craftsmanship while infusing modern ingenuity. Her works are celebrated for their fresh, elegant forms full of vitality and imagination, exhibited and awarded both domestically and internationally, and highly sought after by collectors and Zisha enthusiasts worldwide.

Gift & Packaging

Arrives in protective packaging. An exceptional gift for tea connoisseurs, collectors, and anyone who appreciates fine Chinese artisan craftsmanship.