Zisha teapot Han Wa, handmade by artist Level 3, YU Zhen（L3-2018）Zi Ni

🫖 Hanwa Teapot (汉瓦壶) – 220ml
Clay: Zi Ni (紫泥)
Capacity: 220ml
Craftsmanship: Fully Handmade
Engraving: Excerpt from Shui Diao Ge Tou 《水调歌头》by Su Shi
Artist: Yu Zhen 俞震 (Level 3 National Arts & Crafts Artist, 2018)
Includes: Certificate of authenticity + gift box

Hanwa — A Roof of Elegance, A Vessel of Culture
The Hanwa (汉瓦) Teapot draws inspiration from the curved eaves tiles of Han Dynasty architecture — gentle arcs, solemn structures, and a sense of enduring shelter. The name “Hanwa” (literally "Han Tile") evokes ancient roofs that bore witness to centuries of wind, rain, moonlight, and human stories. In the world of Yixing teapots, this form has come to symbolize solidity, simplicity, and timeless elegance.

This teapot’s structure is rounded and slightly arched, resembling the upward curvature of traditional Han tiles. The shoulders are broad, the belly full, and the lines are harmonious yet commanding, like the rhythm of ancient poetry carved into clay. It carries a sense of stability and strength, but never loses grace.

Engraving -It is further elevated by engraving a verse from the Song Dynasty poet Su Shi’s masterpiece 《水调歌头》“Shui Diao Ge Tou”:

“When will the bright moon appear? With a cup of wine in hand, I ask the sky…”
These immortal lines evoke both longing and transcendence, adding layers of cultural depth to the already meaningful vessel.

Clay – Authentic Yixing Zi Ni (Purple Clay)
This teapot is made from original ore Zi Ni, sourced from Huanglong Mountain in Yixing. Zi Ni is a classic clay prized for its balanced porosity and heat retention, making it suitable for all tea types.

Color: Deep purple-brown, modest and rich

Texture: Smooth, fine-grained, elegant without being flashy

Brewing Characteristics: Excellent heat preservation and aroma retention

Microstructure: Dual-porosity system allows for ideal air circulation within the pot, enhancing flavor development during brewing

Zi Ni teapots are often compared to a fine jade maiden — understated yet beautiful, subtle in presence, but powerful in function.

About the Artist – Yu Zhen (俞震)
Born in 1969 in the ceramics capital of Yixing, Yu Zhen is a Level 3 National Arts & Crafts Artist (awarded in 2018) and a respected member of Zisha Factory No. 1.

With over 20 years of experience in Yixing ceramic carving and teapot making, Yu Zhen’s works are known for their bold forms, refined carving, and masculine grace. Trained under multiple senior masters and immersed in a family of ceramic artists, Yu brings together the essence of traditional Chinese art and his own unique design sensibilities.

His style is characterized by:
✔ Structural confidence with dynamic flow
✔ Deep cultural references in shape and decoration
✔ Powerful lines, dignified proportions, and authentic workmanship

This Hanwa teapot is a testament to his deep technical skills and his poetic interpretation of form and function.

Recommended Teas: Suitable for all types – Pu-erh, Oolong, Black, Green, etc.

A roof for the soul, a home for the tea. Classic, composed, and culturally profound.