{"product_id":"handmade-yixing-zisha-teapot-seng-mao-180ml-zhu-ni","title":"Handmade Yixing Zisha Teapot \"Seng Mao\" (Monk's Cap) Zhu Ni | 僧帽 - 180ml","description":"\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTeapot Style:\u003c\/strong\u003e \"Seng Mao\" (Monk's Cap) | 僧帽\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Zhu Ni (Vermilion Clay) | 朱泥\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCraftsmanship:\u003c\/strong\u003e Handmade | 手工\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yixing, Jiangsu Province, China | 中国江苏宜兴\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCapacity:\u003c\/strong\u003e 180 ml\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eProduct Story \u0026amp; Description\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eThe Name: \"Seng Mao\"\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \"Seng Mao\" or \"Monk's Cap\" form traces back to the Yuan and Ming dynasties, when ewers shaped like the layered caps worn by Tibetan Buddhist monks were made in porcelain and metal for imperial and temple use. Yixing potters later adopted the form, and it became a symbol of calm, contemplation and the meeting of tea and Zen. Its tall, poised profile has made it a lasting favorite among collectors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eDesign \u0026amp; Craftsmanship\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe tall body rises from a narrow foot to broad shoulders, topped with a stepped, domed lid and a small round knob. A long, gracefully curved spout and a tall loop handle give the pot an elegant, upright stance. One side is incised with slender bamboo stalks and leaves, signed with the maker's inscription and seal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eThe Clay: Zhu Ni\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\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\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\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\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDue 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLearn more about Zhu Ni and other Yixing clays in our \u003ca href=\"\/zh-hant\/blogs\/zisha-teapot-knowledges\/the-soul-of-the-teapot-a-guide-to-zisha-clay-types\"\u003eguide to Zisha clay types\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"隐庐居 Hidden Brews Teahouse","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46400719061127,"sku":null,"price":249.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0708\/4798\/7847\/files\/lht24-DSC09528.jpg?v=1793595124","url":"https:\/\/www.hiddenbrews.com\/zh-hant\/products\/handmade-yixing-zisha-teapot-seng-mao-180ml-zhu-ni","provider":"隐庐居 Hidden Brews Authentic Yixing Zisha Teapots","version":"1.0","type":"link"}