bian yun teapot pop Lao Cong Shui Xian

Lao Cong Shui Xian

The yellowish Duanni (缎泥) ore is the lightest of the typical Yixing ores

and depending on the exact composition and firing can range from from green to grey

a rounded design by the same artist that beautifully complements this cup

giving a deep sense of comfort that takes one back to a lounge with shelves of books lining its walls

bian yun teapot pop Lao Cong Shui XianThis exclusive teapot design was commissioned by us directly from the artist. We visited Master Ren Yi Xin in his Yixing studio, showed him the profile we wanted, and selected the clay together, specifically requesting a small volume with a proper spout for quick brewing. At first glance, the shape of this teapot, called Bian Yun, looks as if our iconic Original Teapot was pressed together with the flat of the hand before firing, but closer inspection