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Brown Ceramic Tea Pot with Strainer and Six Tea Cups
- Item Number
- 237
- Estimated Value
- 45 USD
- Sold
- 20 USD to lh4428604
- Number of Bids
- 2 - Bid History
Item Description
YIXING TEAPOT AND AROMA VESSEL CUPS
This sweet little teapot is from the Yixing teapots family of teapot styles. The six tiny vessel cups included are called aroma cups and used to absorb the aroma before drinking. What a lovely tradition! Made of purple clay this pot stands six inches tall and has a understated elegance to it.
Yixing teapots originate from the Yixing region in eastern China dating back to the Sung Dynasty (960-1279) when purple clay was first discovered. But it was not until the late Ming and Qing Dynasties (1573-1911) until the tradition matured and flourished. Artisans utilize purple clay which contains natural minerals to create beautiful products of various forms and colors. They have maintained their unique reputation both in china and abroad as the "best vessel for brewing" fine Chinese teas.
Care Instructions
Yixing teapots have the unique ability to absorb the tea flavor with continued usage. The fired clay contains tiny air pockets which provide insulation and enhanced the taste and aroma of fine tea.
Never use soap when washing Yixing clay. Once you have finished drinking your tea, take the leaves out, and rinse with hot water.
Item Special Note
This item may be picked up at BGHP within a few days after the close of the auction. If the highest bidder is out of area, we plan to ship the item. Bidder is responsible for any shipping costs. BGHP will contact the highest bidder to discuss shipping details.
Donated By:
Mary Flowers
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