Handmade Yixing Zisha Teapot "Zi Zai Ye Ju"(Freedom Tangerine) | 自在野桔壶 - 91ml

Teapot Style: "Zi Zai Ye Ju"(Freedom Tangerine) | 自在野桔壶 

Material: Original Ore Zini with Jiangponi & Zhuni Slip-coating | 原矿紫泥（底胚）· 粉浆降坡朱泥

Craftsmanship: Fully Handmade

Origin: Yixing, Jiangsu Province, China

Capacity: 91 ml

Product Story & Description

The Name: "Freedom Tangerine"

The name of this teapot combines natural beauty with a philosophical state of mind. "Ye Ju" refers to a wild tangerine, growing freely in nature, while "Zi Zai" means to be at ease, free, and comfortable. In Chinese culture, the word for tangerine ("Ju") sounds very similar to the word for luck ("Ji"). Therefore, this teapot is not just a vessel; it is a symbol of great fortune ("Da Ji") and the blessing of a life lived with freedom and ease.

Design & Craftsmanship 

This exquisite 91ml teapot is a masterpiece of biomimetic art, perfectly mimicking the shape and texture of a ripe wild tangerine. The craftsman has utilized a complex "Fen Jiang" technique—layering Jiangpo and Zhuni clay slips over a Purple Clay base—to recreate the pitted, tactile surface of citrus skin. The spout, handle, and lid knob are sculpted to resemble natural tree branches. Adding a beautiful finishing touch, the Chinese characters "自在" (Zi Zai) are delicately carved into the teapot, serving as a visual echo of its carefree theme. Its petite size makes it perfect for solo Gongfu tea sessions.

Who is this for?

Ideal for collectors who appreciate nature-inspired designs and tea drinkers looking for a playful yet culturally significant piece to add joy and luck to their tea table.