Xi Shi Teapot in Yixing Zisha Clay, 110 ml

The Xi Shi shape is one of the golden classics among Yixing teapots. It is named after one of the four legendary beauties of ancient China, and its soft, rounded lines really do carry that sense of grace.

Why collectors pick this pot

• Rich carved pattern. The whole body is covered with skilled carving — floral motifs plus a geometric border along the top and bottom. It is less a vessel than a piece of applied art, a pleasure to look at through every infusion.
• Yixing zisha clay. The porous clay breathes, letting the tea open up fully; over time it takes in the tea oils, seasons, and makes the cup deeper still.
• Size and shape. The 110 ml capacity suits solo brewing or tea for two; the short, neat spout pours precisely and the round handle sits well between the fingers.
• Gift packaging. The pot comes in a refined green box trimmed with traditional Chinese silk in a wave pattern and finished with a gold tassel.