Hailing from Yixing, the pottery capital, in 1971, Li Juan Wang was deeply influenced by the purple sand tradition from an early age. She began her career at the Zisha Craft Factory in 1989 and, in 2012, advanced her expertise as an apprentice to master Xu Yanchun at Jiangsu College. Her artistry centers on refining the internal design to enhance tea infusion while faithfully preserving classic forms. She has earned multiple awards at prominent exhibitions, and her work has been frequently featured in leading art journals by esteemed critics.
Yuan Kuang Da Hong Pao is a premium variety of Zisha clay, classified under the Zhuni (朱泥) category. Named for its vivid vermilion hue resembling the robes of imperial officials, it is scarce and sourced mainly from Huanglong Mountain and Zhaozhuang in Yixing, Jiangsu. Over time, it develops a beautiful bronze tone that is impossible to replicate.
There is an artistic and functional standard for evaluating Yixing teapots, which refines the tea-making process based solely on appearance. After considering the quality of the material, a balance exists between beauty and function. As tea lovers, our propensity is for shape and style, which enhances the flavor of tea. These classic, refined shapes provide a perfect canvas for creating a deep luster and patina over time.
Artist:
Li Juan Wang
Clay:
Yuan Kuang Da Hong Pao 原礦大紅袍
Shape:
Ting Ting Yuli 亭亭玉立
Production:
Pure Handmade
Origin:
Made in Yixing, China
Notes:
Decorative, padded box with artist's certification and attestation. Please note the liquid and capacity details below before making a purchase. Items are smaller than they appear.
Capacity:
140ml
Size:
12x7x9cm
Preparation For Use:
We recommend rinsing the teapot under purified or bottled warm water twice, the same quality water used for making the tea, then filling it with boiling water and emptying it two to three times. After this preparation, the teapot is ready for use.
