Wood Fired Side-Handle Teapot / Xiao Ping Fan Handmade

🔥 Ash Glazed Side-Handle Teapot 🔥 This side-handle teapot showcases rich kiln fire marks, a testament to the intense transformation it underwent amidst the flames and smoke. Its deep, ancient bronze hue exudes a subtle yet mysterious charm, reminiscent of the ancient verse: "Its color is like the ancient moon, free from dust," conveying a sense of grounded elegance. The teapot body, with a capacity of approximately 220cc, is designed to be round and full, offering a comfortable grip and a smooth pour. A distinctive teapot is undoubtedly a touch of tranquility and elegance in life, making every sip of tea filled with the taste of happiness ❤️ # Teapot Capacity: Approx. 220cc # Smooth Pour # Round and Full Body # No Drips When Pouring Life's beauty begins with a beautiful teapot. In 2023, both artists from Xiao Ping Fan Pottery Studio, Chen Shiping and Wang Yufan, had their works selected for excellence at the 5th Shanghai International Wood Fired Ceramics Competition. Your support fuels our continued creativity. https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53341561855_249c0591a6_c.jpg https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53341437984_c608c50771_c.jpg 2023 Media Interview: The Lean Startup Journey of Xiao Ping Fan Art https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53341329978_bb6984d457_c.jpg https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53341561785_f553253a82_c.jpg https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53341329968_8834731df8_c.jpg The works from Xiao Ping Fan Pottery Studio do not pursue mass production. Each creation possesses a unique concept and design, imbuing the process of pure hand-pinching or wheel-throwing with life. Every piece is one-of-a-kind. Our studio's works are created together by my husband and I, hence the signatures "Ping" or "Fan." Some pieces also bear the "Xiao Ping Fan Pottery Studio" seal, making them truly unique!! https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/51567264550_68d52fdae8_b.jpg **1. What is the origin of the works?** We primarily use American clay, Japanese clay, and Taiwanese Miaoli clay for our creations. https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/51567015014_0b15931da0_c.jpg https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/51565549942_7663197885_h.jpg https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/51567015039_4c2a9b80e3_c.jpg **2. What is the wood-firing process?** American, Japanese, and Miaoli clays are kneaded in different proportions. The creation process involves pure hand-pinching (not a potter's wheel) to slowly form the shape. After basic shaping, the body's lines are refined, followed by polishing to complete the greenware. Once placed in the kiln, it undergoes a continuous five-day, four-night wood-firing process using natural longan and acacia wood. The temperature reaches over 1200 degrees Celsius. During this time, natural ash deposits adhere to the works, forming a unique ash glaze. Simultaneously, the kiln's fire marks flow among the pieces, creating beautiful orange-red or blue-purple patterns. After five days and four nights of ash and fire mark interplay, a week of cooling is required before a piece achieves its beautiful form! Because the kiln atmosphere differs with each wood firing, the ash glaze and fire marks on each piece are never the same, ensuring that every work is unique! https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/51567015104_1eec785177_b.jpg https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/51567264535_7bd0037e60_c.jpg https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/51565533012_fdce6d65a3_h.jpg https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/51566346721_2b98f539f8_c.jpg **3. What should guests be aware of?** Product colors may vary slightly due to photographic lighting. As the works are purely handmade, they will inevitably bear traces of the crafting process. Minor variations may also occur due to the firing process, such as slight imperfections in the rim or minor production scratches; these are normal and do not affect usability. We appreciate your understanding! https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/51565533097_13ea71a377_c.jpg https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/51565533012_219eca4133_c.jpg **4. Xiao Ping Fan Art's Recent Competition and Exhibition History** 2023 Media Interview: The Lean Startup Journey of Xiao Ping Fan Art 2023 Nominated for two pieces, "Antelope Pair" and "White Monkey Censer," at the 5th Shanghai International Wood Fired Ceramics Competition 2023 "Ceramic Sculpture · Tracing Ceramics" Member Exhibition, Chinese Ceramic Association 2022 Excellence Award for New Ceramic Studios, "Xin Tao Award" 2022 Outstanding Personnel Award for Ceramic Innovation, "Xin Tao Award" 2022 Brilliant Joint Exhibition, Chinese Ceramic Association 2022 Photography Category Selection, "Great Roc Spreads Its Wings," Yilan Fine Arts Exhibition 2022 Radiant Joint Exhibition, Chinese Ceramic Association 2021 Honorable Mention for Wood Fired Category, "Cattle Collide," Miaoli Pottery Art Festival Ceramic Competition 2021 Nominated for three pieces, "Extreme Joy," "Dancing with Sheep," and "Sheeply Pleased," at the 4th Shanghai International Wood Fired Ceramics Competition 2021 Joint Exhibition, Miaoli Pottery Association and Cultural Affairs Bureau 2020 "Yi Yun" Joint Exhibition, Miaoli Pottery Museum 2020 Exhibition, Miaoli Pottery Art Festival Ceramic Museum **Artists: Chen Shiping, Wang Yufan**