Wood-Fired Rustic Golden Glaze Teapot / Classic Teapot / Xiaopingfan Handmade

Lately, work has been quite fulfilling, and a quick glance at my phone reveals over thirty unread messages. But each time I return to the wooden cabin, take out my beloved Japanese iron teapot, heat the water, wait for it to boil, and watch the steam rise from the spout, my heart gradually calms down. Next, I select a teapot that matches my mood for the day, much like an emperor choosing concubines 🤣🤣 And this teapot is the kind that instantly makes you feel relaxed. Its rounded form, with a natural wood-fired glaze that resembles ancient bronze under the sun, is warm and lustrous. The knob on the lid is charming, elegant, and stable. "True leisure is finding ten minutes in your busy schedule to pour yourself a cup of tea." The water flows out and stops without hesitation, neither rushed nor slow, offering a comfortable fluidity when pouring tea. This is a teapot that can accompany you through life. #Teapot Capacity: Approx. 200cc #Round and Full Body #Smooth Pour, No Drips The beauty of life begins with a beautiful teapot. In the 2023 5th Shanghai International Wood Firing Ceramic Competition, two artists from Xiaopingfan Pottery Studio, Chen Shiping and Wang Yufan, had their works selected for the Excellence Award. Your support is our motivation to continue creating. https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53341561855_249c0591a6_c.jpg https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53341437984_c608c50771_c.jpg 2023 Media Interview: The Lean Startup Journey of Xiaopingfan Art https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53341329978_bb6984d457_c.jpg https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53341561785_f553253a82_c.jpg https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53341329968_8834731df8_c.jpg Xiaopingfan Pottery Studio's works do not pursue mass production. Each creation possesses a unique concept and design, imbuing the process of pure hand-pinching or wheel-throwing with life. Every piece is one-of-a-kind. Our studio's works are created by my husband and me, hence the signatures "Ping" or "Fan." Some pieces will bear the "Xiaopingfan Pottery Studio" seal, making them truly unique!! https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/51567264550_68d52fdae8_b.jpg **1. What is the origin of the works?** We primarily use American clay, Japanese clay, and Taiwanese Miaoli clay for our creations. https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/51567015014_0b15931da0_c.jpg https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/51565549942_7663197885_h.jpg https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/51567015039_4c2a9b80e3_c.jpg **2. What is the wood-firing process?** American clay, Japanese clay, and Miaoli clay are kneaded in different proportions. The creation process involves pure hand-pinching (not a potter's wheel) to slowly form the shape. After basic shaping, the body lines are refined, and then polished to complete the greenware. Once placed in the kiln, it undergoes a five-day, four-night continuous wood-firing process using natural longan and acacia wood. The temperature reaches over 1200 degrees Celsius. During this time, natural ash deposits adhere to the work, forming a special ash glaze. Simultaneously, the kiln's fire patterns flow among the pieces, creating beautiful orange-red or blue-purple fire marks. After five days and four nights of ash and fire pattern interplay, a week of cooling is required before a piece achieves its beautiful form! Because the kiln atmosphere differs with each wood firing, the ash deposits and fire patterns on each piece are never the same, making every work unique! https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/51567015104_1eec785177_b.jpg https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/51567264535_7bd0037e60_c.jpg https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/51565533012_fdce6d65a3_h.jpg https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/51566346721_2b98f539f8_c.jpg **3. What should guests be aware of?** Product colors may vary slightly due to photographic lighting. The works are purely handmade, and will inevitably bear traces of the hand-crafting process. Minor variations may also occur due to the firing process; slight imperfections in the rim or minor scratches from creation are normal and do not affect usability. Your understanding is appreciated! https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/51565533097_13ea71a377_c.jpg https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/51565533012_219eca4133_c.jpg **4. Xiaopingfan Art's Recent Competition and Exhibition History** 2023 Media Interview: The Lean Startup Journey of Xiaopingfan Art 2023 5th Shanghai International Wood Firing Ceramic Competition: Two pieces shortlisted, "Antelope Pair" and "White Monkey Censer" 2023 ROC Pottery Association "Ceramic Sculpture · Tracing Pottery" Member Joint Exhibition 2022 "Xin Tao Award": Excellence Award for New Ceramic Studios 2022 "Xin Tao Award": Outstanding Personnel Award for Innovative Ceramics 2022 ROC Pottery Association "Radiant" Joint Exhibition 2022 Yilan Fine Arts Exhibition: Photography category shortlisted, "Peng Soaring" 2022 ROC Pottery Association "Brilliant" Joint Exhibition 2021 Miaoli Pottery Art Festival Ceramic Competition: Wood Firing Category, Honorable Mention, "Cattle Colliding" 2021 4th Shanghai International Wood Firing Ceramic Competition: Three pieces shortlisted, "Tears of Joy," "Dancing with Sheep," and "Sheepishly Happy" 2021 Miaoli Pottery Association Cultural and Tourism Bureau Joint Exhibition 2020 Miaoli Pottery Museum "Yi Yun" Joint Exhibition 2020 Miaoli Pottery Art Festival Ceramic Museum Exhibition **Artists: Chen Shiping, Wang Yufan**