{"product_id":"handmade-yixing-zisha-teapot-xu-bian-虚扁-180ml","title":"Handmade Yixing Zisha Teapot \"Xu Bian\" | 虚扁 - 180ml","description":"\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10.0pt; line-height: 115%;\"\u003eTeapot Style:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10.0pt; line-height: 115%;\"\u003e \"Xu Bian\" | \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虚扁\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\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10.0pt; line-height: 115%;\"\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10.0pt; line-height: 115%;\"\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\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10.0pt; line-height: 115%;\"\u003eCraftsmanship:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10.0pt; line-height: 115%;\"\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\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10.0pt; line-height: 115%;\"\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10.0pt; line-height: 115%;\"\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\n\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10.0pt; line-height: 115%;\"\u003eCapacity:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10.0pt; line-height: 115%;\"\u003e 180 ml\u003c\/span\u003e\n\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: \"Xu Bian\" \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10.0pt; line-height: 115%;\"\u003e\"Xu Bian\" (\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虚扁\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10.0pt; line-height: 115%;\"\u003e) is one of the most classic and highly revered shapes in Yixing pottery. The name translates to \"Hollow Flat\" or \"Illusionary Flat.\" In Chinese culture, the concept of \"Xu\" (emptiness) reflects the Daoist philosophy of \"Xu Huai Ruo Gu\" (having a mind as open as a valley). It symbolizes humility, openness, and a peaceful state of mind.\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%;\"\u003eCrafting a \"Xu Bian\" teapot requires exceptional skill. Its signature extremely flattened body is notoriously difficult to shape and prone to collapsing or warping during the high-temperature firing process. This is especially true when using high-shrinkage Zhuni clay. This piece is fully handmade, showcasing masterful control. The teapot features a sleek, elegant profile with a seamlessly integrated spout and a graceful ear-shaped handle that ensures a comfortable grip and a crisp, smooth pour. \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\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10.0pt; line-height: 115%;\"\u003eRecommended For:\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%;\"\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 Hidden Brews Yixing Zisha Teapots","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44544214204551,"sku":null,"price":259.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0708\/4798\/7847\/files\/JY1A7824_1.jpg?v=1777409999","url":"https:\/\/www.hiddenbrews.com\/products\/handmade-yixing-zisha-teapot-xu-bian-%e8%99%9a%e6%89%81-180ml","provider":"隐庐居 Hidden Brews Authentic Yixing Zisha Teapots","version":"1.0","type":"link"}