Bao Zun Teapot 鮑尊壺
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Bao Zun Teapot 鮑尊壺
Features & Benefits
Classic Bao Zun Form
Inspired by the elegant silhouette of ancient Chinese ceremonial wine vessels, the Bao Zun teapot features a rounded body, broad shoulders, and a refined, upright profile. Its balanced proportions encourage even leaf expansion while delivering a smooth, controlled pour, making it an excellent choice for Gong Fu tea brewing.
Zi Jia Ni Clay
Crafted from Zi Jia Ni, a distinguished variety of Yixing purple clay, this teapot is appreciated for its fine texture, elegant deep plum hue, and natural breathability. The clay gently enhances the aroma and body of tea while gradually developing a rich patina with continued use.
Balanced Heat Retention
With a wall thickness of 5, this teapot offers an ideal balance between heat retention and responsiveness. It maintains a consistent brewing temperature while allowing the unique characteristics of every tea to unfold naturally.
Handcrafted Craftsmanship
Carefully handmade using traditional Yixing pottery techniques, every detail reflects meticulous attention to proportion, symmetry, and finishing. The result is a teapot that combines timeless beauty with exceptional brewing performance.
Ideal Gong Fu Brewing Capacity
The 140 ml capacity is perfectly suited for personal tea sessions or sharing with one companion. Its compact size allows precise control over each infusion while fully expressing the complexity of fine loose-leaf teas.
Design Concept
The Bao Zun form draws inspiration from the graceful shape of ancient Chinese ritual vessels, representing dignity, refinement, and cultural heritage. Its rounded body and balanced silhouette embody harmony between tradition and function, creating a teapot that is both elegant to display and exceptional to brew with.
About the Artist – Li Jian 李健
Li Jian is a Yixing ceramic artist dedicated to preserving the traditions of handcrafted purple clay teaware. His works emphasize balanced proportions, clean lines, and practical brewing performance. Through careful craftsmanship and respect for classical forms, he creates teapots that appeal to both collectors and everyday tea enthusiasts.
- Name: Bao Zun Teapot 鮑尊壺
- Artist: Li Jian 李健
- Type of Terracotta: Zi Jia Ni (紫茄泥)
- Capacity: 140 ml
- Thickness: 5 (scale 1 thin to 9 thick)
- Product Code: APR6246
- Ideal for: All varieties of fine tea
We ship to North America through Canada Post & UPS regular parcel services. Regular shipping fees for an average size parcel 10"x 10" x10" weighing 1.5 lb is outlined below.
For local customers there is also a free convenient option for Pick up In Store - 227 East Georgia Street, Vancouver B.C. V6A 1Z6. Kindly wait for ready for pick up email before coming to the shop for pick up.
All orders will be packaged and ready to ship or pick up within 48 hours of ordering.
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up to 7 business days |
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VANCOUVER |
$6 |
$10 |
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BC |
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CANADA |
$15 |
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4 to 9 days USA |
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US |
$19 |
$19 |
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ALASKA |
$29 |
$29 |
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HAWAII |
$29 |
$29 |
Orders outside of Canada may be assessed an additional duty fee upon import by the customs services of the destination country. Unfortunately, we have no control over these charges, and we cannot refund or reimburse import fees.
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Congratulations on your new teapot! We are pleased to offer complimentary seasoning for it.
Simply specify your preferred tea type in the section before to take advantage of this service. Thank you.