ChaoZhou ZhuNi Terracotta Teapots 朝洲朱泥茶壺

Chaozhou Fengxi is the birthplace of hand-pulled vermilion clay teapots, and the craft of making these teapots has been passed down through generations in various workshops, each with its own clay recipe and handcrafting techniques that are closely guarded secrets.

The production process involves numerous steps, all done by skilled artisans based on their experience, including pulling, shaping, trimming, applying water, applying slip, and firing, among nearly sixty steps. The final products are known for their elegant shapes, clean lines, rich colors, and high smoothness.