Handmade Yixing Zisha Teapot Artist Signed

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Handmade Yixing Zisha Teapot Artist Signed
Up for sale is is this lovely handmade teapot. Each zisha teapot is wrapped in a canvas pouch and put inside a Chinese style gift box. It measures approximately 5” long and approximately 3” tall.
About Yixing and its history:
Yixing is well-known for its scenic bamboo forest, water-eroded caves and natural landscapes earning 5 positions in the national heritage list of China. It was established in 221 B.C. during the Qin Dynasty (at that time called Yangxian). Later on it was renamed to renamed to Yixing which means 'loyalty and prosperity'.
About Zisha Clay and how it is processed:
Zisha is a type of clay consisting of a mixture of kaolin, quartz and mica with high contents of iron oxide. The clay as a slighly sandy texture. The processing of this clay is complicated and it used to be kept a secret. Here's a summary:
* Winning the clay from mines.
* Sun-drying.
* Pulverize the clay into fine substance
* Isolate the finest particles by air screening.
* The separated fine clay is mixed with water resulting in a thick paste.
* This paste is piled and vacuum processed to remove bubbles.
* The clay is now ready to be moulded in varies shapes and then baked in a 1100-1200 degree oven.
This will be packed securely and mailed Priority Mail that includes tracking and insurance.
Please see photos as they are part of the description. Please ask questions before buying, all sales final. USA sales only. My home is smoke and pet free. When paying by PayPal, will ship to confirmed addresses only. When buying multiple items will be happy to combine shipping. Thank you! Also, please checkout my other items. Happy shopping!!!😁