Artisan Jian Shui Purple Clay Carved Orchid Teapot

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. Iron is the richest element in this clay, so a lot of Jian Shui teapots have a black color or are mixed tones, featuring reddish or copper tints.

This beautiful teapot represents the modern style of Jian Shui purple clay teapots. This artists applies the traditional technique of clay-filling an inscribed carving to display artwork on the teapot, but with more vivid imagery and eye-popping color. The beads and thread add a touch of fun and connection between the lid and pot. 

Your purchase includes a beautiful case to protect the teapot when traveling or when not in use.

Capacity:  Small

White orchid:  140ml / 4.7oz

Brown flower:  150ml / 5.0oz