Jian Shui Purple Clay Pottery is one of the four famous classes of Chinese pottery. Jian Shui clay is extracted from the local "five color" mountain, as the soil has abundant deposits of red, yellow, purple, white, and brownish clay content, referred to by the locals as "Wu Se Tu", meaning five color soil. Due to abundant iron deposit in the soil, most Jian Shui clay teapots turn to black or brown color after firing. 

This teapot applies the traditional technique of color clay-filling to display the vivid imagery of flowers and butterflies. A beautiful piece of art that is pleasing to the eye, adding to the enjoyment of brewing your favorite tea. A truly worthy addition to your teaware collection.