{"product_id":"handmade-yixing-zisha-teapot-ming-style-de-zhong-bell-of-virtue-明式德钟-140ml","title":"Handmade Yixing Zisha Teapot \"Ming-Style De Zhong\" | 明式德钟 - 140ml","description":"\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10.0pt; line-height: 115%;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTeapot Style\u003c\/strong\u003e: Ming-Style \"De Zhong\" | \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"ZH-CN\" style=\"font-size: 10.0pt; line-height: 115%; font-family: DengXian; mso-ascii-font-family: Aptos; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-fareast-theme-font: minor-fareast; mso-hansi-font-family: Aptos; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e明式德钟\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10.0pt; line-height: 115%;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10.0pt; line-height: 115%;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial\u003c\/strong\u003e: Original Ore Zhuni (Vermilion Clay) | \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"ZH-CN\" style=\"font-size: 10.0pt; line-height: 115%; font-family: DengXian; mso-ascii-font-family: Aptos; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-fareast-theme-font: minor-fareast; mso-hansi-font-family: Aptos; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e原矿朱泥\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10.0pt; line-height: 115%;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10.0pt; line-height: 115%;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCraftsmanship\u003c\/strong\u003e: Fully Handmade | \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"ZH-CN\" style=\"font-size: 10.0pt; line-height: 115%; font-family: DengXian; mso-ascii-font-family: Aptos; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-fareast-theme-font: minor-fareast; mso-hansi-font-family: Aptos; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e全手工\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10.0pt; line-height: 115%;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10.0pt; line-height: 115%;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin\u003c\/strong\u003e: Yixing, Jiangsu Province, China | \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"ZH-CN\" style=\"font-size: 10.0pt; line-height: 115%; font-family: DengXian; mso-ascii-font-family: Aptos; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-fareast-theme-font: minor-fareast; mso-hansi-font-family: Aptos; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e中国江苏宜兴\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10.0pt; line-height: 115%;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10.0pt; line-height: 115%;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCapacity\u003c\/strong\u003e: 140 ml\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10.0pt; line-height: 115%;\"\u003eProduct Story \u0026amp; Description\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10.0pt; line-height: 115%;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10.0pt; line-height: 115%;\"\u003eThe Name:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10.0pt; line-height: 115%;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10.0pt; line-height: 115%;\"\u003e\"De Zhong\" translates to the \"Bell of Virtue.\" It is one of the most classic and revered traditional shapes in Yixing teapot history. Inspired by the minimalist and elegant aesthetics of the Ming Dynasty, the shape resembles an ancient bronze bell, representing uprightness, inner peace, and a noble character.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10.0pt; line-height: 115%;\"\u003eDesign \u0026amp; Craftsmanship:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10.0pt; line-height: 115%;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10.0pt; line-height: 115%;\"\u003eThis 140ml teapot showcases a dignified, steady, and minimalist profile. It features a broad, stable base, a classic straight spout for a powerful and smooth water flow, and a perfectly proportioned ear-shaped handle. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003ca name=\"OLE_LINK7\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca name=\"OLE_LINK8\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bookmark: OLE_LINK7;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10.0pt; line-height: 115%;\"\u003eZhu Ni (along with the broader Hong Ni family) is known for its delicate texture and striking appearance. After firing, it features a beautiful color that ranges from bright orange to deep red. When showered with hot water, the clay beautifully comes alive, quickly flushing to a vibrant, bright red that sometimes exhibits a subtle, wandering purple glow.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bookmark: OLE_LINK8;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bookmark: OLE_LINK7;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10.0pt; line-height: 115%;\"\u003eZhu Ni is characterized by its high density and low porosity. Because of this dense structure, the clay does not absorb the tea's fragrance. Instead, it acts to lock in and retain the delicate aromas of the tea leaves.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10.0pt; line-height: 115%;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10.0pt; line-height: 115%;\"\u003eCultural Meaning \u0026amp; Recommendation:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10.0pt; line-height: 115%;\"\u003eThe De Zhong teapot symbolizes moral integrity, stability, and clarity of mind. It is highly recommended for tea enthusiasts who appreciate minimalist aesthetics, traditional Yixing purists, and collectors of classic shapes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10.0pt; line-height: 115%;\"\u003eDue to its exceptional ability to preserve fragrance, Zhu Ni is perfectly suited for highly aromatic teas. The article highly recommends pairing Zhu Ni teapots with: Light Oolongs (such as Tieguanyin and Dancong). \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"隐庐居 Authentic Yixing Zisha Teapots","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44565744648327,"sku":null,"price":259.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0708\/4798\/7847\/files\/JY1A7886_1.jpg?v=1778019272","url":"https:\/\/www.hiddenbrews.com\/products\/handmade-yixing-zisha-teapot-ming-style-de-zhong-bell-of-virtue-%e6%98%8e%e5%bc%8f%e5%be%b7%e9%92%9f-140ml","provider":"隐庐居 Hidden Brews Authentic Yixing Zisha Teapots","version":"1.0","type":"link"}