{"product_id":"hongni-daohonglianzi-yixing-teapot","title":"Dao Hong Lian Zi Yixing Zisha Teapot | Shi Hong Ore Clay | Jiang Aiying | 330cc","description":"\u003ch4\u003eLotus‑Inspired Form Rooted in Chinese Craft\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe lotus has symbolized purity and grace in Chinese culture for millennia. The \u003cstrong\u003eDao Hong Lian Zi (道洪莲子)\u003c\/strong\u003e teapot captures that spirit in clay — each petal hand‑sculpted with patient craftsmanship, each curve flowing naturally from the artist's fingertips. Holding it feels like cradling a blooming lotus form.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eCrafted by Artisan\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eArtist:\u003c\/strong\u003e Jiang Aiying (蒋爱英)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eConstruction:\u003c\/strong\u003e 100% fully handmade — every petal shaped by hand\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yixing, Jiangsu, China\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch4\u003eClay \u0026amp; Specifications\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eClay:\u003c\/strong\u003e Natural Shi Hong Ore (石红原石) Zisha, valued for its vivid natural red hue and exceptional density\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCapacity:\u003c\/strong\u003e 330cc — versatile for solo sessions or sharing with one guest\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eColor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rich cinnabar red that deepens gradually with repeated use\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch4\u003eWhy Shi Hong Ore Clay Stands Out\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eShi Hong (stone red) ore clay is iron‑rich Yixing material delivering bright natural red tone with no added pigment. Its surface grows more luminous through regular tea use, well‑regarded among zisha enthusiasts.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eBest Teas for This Pot\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eShi Hong clay's fine, dense structure works well with \u003cstrong\u003ered tea (hong cha)\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eaged white tea\u003c\/strong\u003e, and \u003cstrong\u003elight pu‑erh\u003c\/strong\u003e. The lotus‑shaped wide belly retains heat beautifully, bringing forward floral and honey‑sweet notes from tea leaves.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eCare Instructions\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSeason with boiling water before first use\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDedicate to one tea type for best flavor results\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClean with hot water only — no soap\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDisplay or store in a dry, ventilated space\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch4\u003eCollector's Note\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eEach piece includes a certificate of authenticity signed by Jiang Aiying. A functional hand‑crafted teapot for tea lovers and handmade‑ware admirers.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"ZishaArts","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52305614930237,"sku":null,"price":359.1,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1008\/5918\/3421\/files\/image_cf5497ea-37eb-41d1-a7c8-917442fc8cc1.png?v=1785380017","url":"https:\/\/www.zishaarts.com\/products\/hongni-daohonglianzi-yixing-teapot","provider":"ZishaArts","version":"1.0","type":"link"}