[Not suitable in dishwasher and microwave]
[Not suitable in dishwasher and microwave]
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This is a collectible old red clay (hong ni) Yixing teapot, made in 1989 as indicated by the rare dated seal on the base: "中國宜興己巳年製" (Made in Yixing, China, Year of Ji Si – 1989). This type of dated mark is far less common than the standard "中國宜興" seal, making this piece a treasure for seasoned collectors.
The teapot has been well seasoned by its previous owner, acquiring a gentle patina and aged charm that adds to its character. While teapots from this era may not meet today’s precision standards—such as the relatively looser lid fit due to higher production throughput—they often make up for it with their clay quality. Same for this vintage teapot.
This teapot was made with clay from a time when natural materials were still widely available—before the quality of clay declined and artificial materials took over. As a result, it performs beautifully in brewing, especially for high-aromatic teas like Taiwanese high mountain oolongs.
This is a collectible old red clay (hong ni) Yixing teapot, made in 1989 as indicated by the rare dated seal on the base: "中國宜興己巳年製" (Made in Yixing, China, Year of Ji Si – 1989). This type of dated mark is far less common than the standard "中國宜興" seal, making this piece a treasure for seasoned collectors.
The teapot has been well seasoned by its previous owner, acquiring a gentle patina and aged charm that adds to its character. While teapots from this era may not meet today’s precision standards—such as the relatively looser lid fit due to higher production throughput—they often make up for it with their clay quality. Same for this vintage teapot.
This teapot was made with clay from a time when natural materials were still widely available—before the quality of clay declined and artificial materials took over. As a result, it performs beautifully in brewing, especially for high-aromatic teas like Taiwanese high mountain oolongs.