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Yixing Teapot Crafting Process
Seven steps of traditional craftsmanship passed down for centuries
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Step 1
Material Selection
Selecting the finest purple clay from Huanglong Mountain. Ore undergoes natural weathering and manual screening to ensure high purity and plasticity.
- Ore depth ≥5 meters
- 3-stage screening
- 72 hours weathering
- Clay purity >98%
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Step 2
Clay Refining
Traditional stone grinding techniques transform raw clay into workable material. The process ensures optimal plasticity for shaping.
- 12 hours grinding
- Manual pounding
- 48 hours sedimentation
- Precise moisture control
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Step 3
Hand Shaping
Artisans use paddle forming methods to create the teapot body. Continuous work ensures uniform thickness and smooth lines.
- Precise paddlings
- Thickness ≤0.5mm
- Unique fingerprint
- Spout/handle alignment
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Step 4
Intricate Carving
Master craftsmen carve patterns into the teapot surface. Each stroke reflects artistic vision and technical skill.
- Hand-carved details
- Traditional motifs
- Uniform 0.3mm depth
- Custom designs
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Step 5
Natural Drying
Teapots dry in controlled environments to prevent warping or cracking. Temperature and humidity are precisely maintained.
- 25±2℃ temperature
- 60±5% humidity
- 48-hour period
- Regular rotation
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Step 6
Traditional Firing
Traditional kilns fire teapots at 1180°C±10°C for 12 hours. Pine wood firing imparts unique mineral effects.
- Precise temperature
- 12-hour duration
- 48-hour cooling
- Pine wood effects
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Step 7
Fine Polishing
Artisans hand-polish teapots using natural materials. The process enhances luster and creates a protective layer.
- 3-stage process
- Natural beeswax
- Gloss inspection
- Quality control
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Floral & Bird Clay-Painting Fully Handmade Tianqing-Purple Clay 'Archaic' Yixing Teapot
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Dragon Pattern Fully Handmade Zhu Ni 'Duo Zhi' Yixing Teapot
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Phoenix Carving Fully Handmade Zhu Ni 'Beauty's Shoulder' Yixing Teapot
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Lotus & Leaf Carving Fully Handmade Zhu Ni 'Flat-lid Hanwa' Yixing Teapot
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Bamboo Joint Design Fully Handmade Zhu Ni 'Yizhi Bamboo' Yixing Teapot
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Plum Blossom Herald Spring Fully Handmade Zhu Ni Yixing Teapot
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Peony Carving Fully Handmade Zhu Ni 'Dao Hong' Yixing Teapot
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Han Yun Shape Handmade Imperial Dragon Red Clay Zhu Ni Yixing Teapot
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Plum Stump Teapot Fully Handcrafted With Red Clay
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Pumpkin Shape with Overhead Handle Handcrafted Duanni Clay Yixing Teapot
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Persimmon-Shaped and Painted with Flowers and Birds Teapot Fully Handcrafted With Yixing Golden Duanni Clay
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