Zisha teapot Jiang Po Ni, Zi Ye Shi Piao, handmade by Studio Craftsmanship LIU Hai-Xia, Jiang Po Ni

🔍 Overview:
A beautifully hand-crafted Zi Ye Shi Piao (子冶石瓢) teapot made from rare Aged Jiang Po Ni, a legendary clay with deep collector appeal and excellent tea-enhancing properties. Fully handmade by veteran potter Liu Hai-Xia, part of our Studio Craftsmanship collection.

🌋 Clay Information – What Is Jiang Po Ni?
Jiang Po Ni (降坡泥) is a naturally occurring co-mineral blend of Zi Ni (purple clay), Zhu Ni (vermillion clay), and Duan Ni (yellow clay). It was accidentally discovered in the early 1990s during road construction near Yixing’s Dingshan region — hence the name “Jiang Po,” meaning “excavated from a slope.”

This teapot uses a refined Red Jiang variant (红降) with an aged character and excellent structure for tea brewing.

🔥 Firing Temp: ~1180°C

📉 Shrinkage: ~12%

ARTIST: LIU HAI-XIA 

刘海霞 老降坡泥 （红降）子冶石瓢

🪨 Ore Origin: Erlong Bridge section, Huanglong Mountain (Yixing)

🧪 Clay Traits: Naturally speckled with red and yellow mineral dots over an orange-red base; warm, rustic, and full of depth.

🏺 Brewing Performance: Excellent heat retention, smooth pour, and breathability. Enhances sweetness, roundness, and mouthfeel.

🍵 Recommended For:
Oolong (Tie Guan Yin, Dan Cong)

Sheng PuEr & Shu PuEr

Black Tea (Hong Cha)

This clay offers smooth mouthfeel and rich aroma release, making it ideal for both fermented and partially oxidized teas. It is easy to control infusion time and develops beautiful patina ("包浆") with regular use.

🧑🎨 About the Artist:
Liu Hai-Xia 刘海霞
A respected Studio Craftsmanship potter with over 30 years of experience, Liu’s work is known for its structural harmony, hand-tool precision, and authenticity of clay.

While not nationally certified, her pieces are fully handmade, artist-stamped, and well-loved by seasoned tea drinkers for daily use and private collection.

✨ Why You'll Love It:
✅ Made from rare Aged Jiang Po Ni (Red Jiang)

✅ Iconic and balanced Zi Ye Shi Piao shape

✅ Handmade by experienced Studio Craftsmanship potter

✅ Exceptional tea performance + beautiful aging potential

✅ Only a limited number available