Zisha teapot Stone Ladle (Jing Zhou Shi Piao), handmade by artist Level 3, WANG Jun-Feng（L3-2018）Shi Hong,Zhu Ni

🫖 Jing Zhou Shi Piao ( 景洲石瓢) Stone Ladle

Clay: Shi Hong (石红, variant of Zhu Ni)
Capacity: 440ml
Craftsmanship: Fully Handmade
Artist: WANG Jun-Feng 王俊峰（L3-2018）
Level: National Arts & Crafts Artist (Level 3 – awarded in 2015)
Includes: Certificate of authenticity + gift box

Timeless Elegance, Rooted in Philosophy – Jing Zhou Shi Piao

The Shi Piao (Stone Ladle) teapot is one of the most iconic and versatile forms in Yixing Zisha heritage. This version is inspired by the legendary Yixing master Gu Jingzhou (顾景舟) — considered a milestone figure in modern Zisha history. 

This “Jingzhou Shi Piao” variation features the master's distinctive structural design: a flattened oval body, narrow at the top and fuller at the base. Its shape radiates quiet strength, balance, and refinement — geometrically bold yet soft and flexible in its curves. 

Shape Legacy – About “Jingzhou Shi Piao”

The name “Jingzhou Shi Piao” pays tribute to Gu Jingzhou (顾景舟, 1915–1996) — one of the most revered Zisha masters in modern history. 

Born in Yixing’s Shuping region, Gu devoted his life to the art of Zisha teapots. He was known for blending technical excellence with spiritual aesthetics, turning function into philosophy.

His works are now housed in museums and elite collections worldwide. 

Shi Piao was one of his signature shapes — praised for its balance between geometric structure and lyrical form. 

Gu’s version of Shi Piao is less angular, more rounded, and full of life in each curve — a timeless design that combines usability, beauty, and meaning.

About the Clay – Shi Hong (Stone Red)
Shi Hong, also known as "Stone Red," is a rare and highly prized subtype of Yixing Zhu Ni. With high mineral content, particularly iron and zinc, this clay is known for its:

Deep reddish-brown color, sometimes bordering on purplish-black after firing

Metallic luster that develops with use (hence nicknamed “iron pot clay”)

Very low plasticity, making it extremely hard to shape and fire

Strong tea-enhancing properties, especially for Shou Pu-erh, Liu Bao, and dark teas

Shi Hong clay is notoriously difficult to work with, and only master-level artisans attempt to use it for full-handmade teapots. This adds immense collectible value and rarity to the piece.