The Yixing Green Clay Elephant Teapot is handmade from raw ore purple clay sourced from Huanglongshan. The clay contains relatively large particles with a loose structure, forming a clearly visible double-pore system that allows smooth air and pore convection. With long-term use, the teapot continues to improve in texture and character. The upward spout pours water smoothly and powerfully with a natural connection. A clear and complete seal on the base reflects authentic craftsmanship. The square handle features a distinctive design, while the spout and elephant-shaped lid knob add a fresh and playful charm to the overall form.

Many tea connoisseurs regard the Yixing Green Clay Elephant Teapot as an indispensable piece for a tea enthusiast’s collection. Its unique qualities are closely linked to Yixing purple clay (ZiSha), found only in Yixing, Jiangsu Province, China, and the skill of experienced artisans. Yixing teapots are widely considered one of the best vessels for steeping tea.

Features:
• Unique Adsorption: Excellent ventilation gives the teapot strong adsorption properties. With continued use, it absorbs tea aroma and gradually develops its own fragrance. To avoid flavor mixing, it is recommended to use the teapot for one type of tea only.
• The More Nourished, the More Spiritual: Unlike ordinary utensils, the more this teapot is used and cleaned, the smoother, shinier, and more refined it becomes over time.
• Resistance to Hot and Cold: The sandy texture of green clay transfers heat slowly, providing excellent stability under hot and cold conditions and reducing the risk of cracking.
• Elephant Motif Design: Elephant-shaped lid knob, upward spout, and square handle combine symbolic meaning with a lively and distinctive appearance.
• Smooth Pouring: Naturally connected spout ensures steady, clean water flow.

Materials & Contents:
• Yixing Green Clay (原矿绿泥)

Size & Capacity:
• Size: Length 15 cm (5.9 inches), Width 5.8 cm (2.28 inches), Height 9.2 cm (3.62 inches), 300 ml (10.15 oz)
• Made in: Yixing, Jiangsu, China

Teapot Maker:
Wang Zhaochun, male, born in January 1978, a national arts and crafts worker, his works famous for profound connotation, elegant and excellent, fine craft. Deeply loved by domestic and foreign collectors and purple clay lovers.