Handmade Yixing Zisha Teapot "Ru Yi Shi Yuan" (Auspicious Round Persimmon) | 如意柿圆 - 160ml
$239.00
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Handmade Yixing Zisha Teapot "Ru Yi Shi Yuan" (Auspicious Round Persimmon) | 如意柿圆 - 160ml
$239.00
✓ Signed & sealed certificate from the artisan
✓ Handmade in Yixing, China
✓ Handmade in Yixing, China
About the Artisan
Every teapot from Chen Qun Studio is made by Yao Chuanyong. Born in 1986, he has spent fifteen years mastering guang qi (光器), the plain traditional forms with no carving or decoration to hide behind, where every curve, spout and lid must be exactly right.
- Teapot Style: "Ru Yi Shi Yuan" (Auspicious Round Persimmon) | 如意柿圆
- Material: Original Ore Zhuni (Vermilion Clay) | 原矿朱泥
- Craftsmanship: Fully Handmade | 全手工
- Origin: Yixing, Jiangsu Province, China | 中国江苏宜兴
- Capacity: 160 ml
Product Story & Description
The Name: "Ru Yi Shi Yuan" (Auspicious Round Persimmon)
In Chinese culture, the persimmon shares the same pronunciation as the word for "matter" or "affair" (Shi). The name "Shi Yuan" combined with the concept of "Ru Yi" symbolizes the famous idiom "Shi Shi Ru Yi"—meaning "may everything go smoothly and exactly according to your wishes." The round shape (Yuan) further signifies life's completeness, harmony, and reunion.
Design & Craftsmanship
This teapot showcases a beautifully plump and minimalist profile inspired by the shape of a ripe persimmon. The elegant bridge-shaped lid knob, combined with a gracefully curved short spout and an ergonomic ear-shaped handle, creates a perfectly balanced and harmonious silhouette.
Zhu 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.
Zhu 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.
Recommended Users
Due to its exceptional ability to preserve fragrance, Zhu Ni is perfectly suited for highly aromatic teas. We especially recommend it for light oolongs (such as Tieguanyin and Dancong) and Pu'er. Learn more about Zhu Ni and other clays in our guide to Zisha clay types.