Pumpkin Teapot 南瓜壺

Pumpkin Teapot 南瓜壺

Features & Benefits

Natural Pumpkin Form
Inspired by the organic beauty of a ripened pumpkin, this teapot captures the warmth and abundance found in nature. The sculpted body, textured ridges, and hand-shaped stem finial create a lifelike appearance while providing excellent balance and a smooth, controlled pour for Gong Fu tea brewing.

Old Purple Clay
Crafted from Old Purple Clay, this teapot is valued for its mature mineral composition, fine texture, and exceptional breathability. The clay gently enhances the aroma, body, and smoothness of tea while developing a rich natural patina through years of dedicated use.

Exceptional Heat Retention
With a substantial wall thickness of 6.5, this teapot offers outstanding heat stability. The thicker body maintains a consistent brewing temperature, making it particularly well suited for teas that benefit from longer heat retention and fuller flavor development.

Handcrafted Craftsmanship
Each teapot is individually handmade using traditional Yixing techniques. The realistic pumpkin contours, naturally flowing stem, and carved vine details demonstrate the artisan's ability to transform clay into a beautiful representation of nature while preserving excellent brewing performance.

Generous Gong Fu Brewing Capacity
The 180 ml capacity is ideal for both personal tea sessions and sharing with guests. Its generous interior allows tea leaves to unfurl fully, making it suitable for all varieties of fine tea.

Design Concept

The pumpkin has long symbolized abundance, prosperity, longevity, and a bountiful harvest in Chinese culture. Rather than simply imitating nature, this design celebrates its beauty through carefully sculpted organic forms and subtle detailing. Combining symbolic meaning with exceptional craftsmanship, the Pumpkin Teapot brings warmth, good fortune, and timeless elegance to every tea session.

About the Artist – Sun Yong Shi 孫永式

Sun Yong Shi is a Yixing ceramic artist known for creating expressive teaware inspired by nature. His work combines traditional Yixing craftsmanship with sculptural artistry, emphasizing harmonious proportions, functional brewing performance, and meticulous hand-finishing. His nature-inspired creations are appreciated by collectors and tea enthusiasts for their artistic character and timeless appeal.

• Name: Pumpkin Teapot 南瓜壺
• Artist: Sun Yong Shi 孫永式
• Type of Terracotta: Old Purple Clay (老紫泥)
• Capacity: 180 ml
• Thickness: 6.5 (scale 1 thin to 9 thick)
• Product Code: APR6257
• Ideal for: All varieties of fine tea