【Siting】Yanhuang Dadi Art - Longshan Ancient Style - Traditional Handmade - Yucheng Kiln Tuan Clay - 195cc

【Local Taiwanese Shop with Comprehensive After-Sales Service】 【Each Piece Comes with a Certificate of Authenticity】 【Yucheng Kiln Tuan Clay】 In the Yixing dialect, "Tuan" (團) sounds the same as "Duan" (段), which is why it later became known as "Duan Clay." The ore is often a natural symbiosis of green clay and purple clay, inheriting characteristics from both. After firing, its color is elegant and mellow, with common variations in ivory yellow, golden yellow, green Duan, and old Duan, earning it the reputation of having a "pure heart and plain appearance." Zhou Gaoqi's "Yangxian Teapot Chronicle" from the Ming Dynasty records: "As pottery, white sand is like scattered pearls." The surface of Duan Clay often has a natural granular texture and fine particles, which is one of its classic features. Duan Clay has a high quartz content and lower iron content, moderate plasticity, and is more challenging to fire. After firing, its texture is rustic and elegant, with a pure and refined aura, exuding a unique scholarly charm. The Tuan Clay used by Yucheng Kiln is significantly different from the traditional Yixing Zisha produced in Huanglong Mountain: 🏺 Looser Texture: Compared to the Zisha from Huanglong Mountain in Yixing, Yucheng Kiln's Tuan Clay has a lower density and a relatively looser structure, possessing excellent micro-porosity. 🎨 Mellow and Warm Yellow Hue: The fired color often presents a warm yellow, with a texture as mellow as jade, frequently featuring coarse sand particles, giving it a visually rustic and aged appeal. 【Vessel Shape Etymology】 Created by the renowned Qing Dynasty artist Lu Siting, this is a classic variation of the pear-shaped pot. It was deeply favored by scholars and literati, earning the praise: "Siting – before you see the person, you first see the pot." The name is derived from the meaning of "sitting quietly in contemplation, enjoying tea in a pavilion." 【Frequently Asked Questions QA】 1. How to "awaken" the pot before use? Clean the inside and outside thoroughly. A dishcloth is recommended; avoid chemical agents. Simply rinse with water, and it's ready for normal use. 2. How to season the pot? After each use, keep it clean and dry to prevent tea stains. Store it in a well-ventilated area after use. For long-term storage in its box, allow it to air dry naturally for 1-2 months to ensure sufficient moisture evaporation from the pores, otherwise mold may develop. 3. How to clean tea stains or mold? Soak with an enzyme cleaner. 4. Correctly warming the pot? During cold weather or after a long period of disuse, pour 40°C warm water over the inside and outside of the pot, then fill it with water. This allows the Zisha pores to absorb moisture fully. 5. How to care for pieces with carvings? For pots with carvings, a soft brush is recommended for cleaning. 6. What if the item is damaged during shipping? Yanhuang Dadi Art fully assumes responsibility for shipping safety. If any damage occurs, please contact customer service immediately. 7. Our shop's products are also sold through physical channels. Handmade items are produced in limited quantities. Please inquire about availability before purchasing. 8. All product images are of the actual item. Due to variations in computer monitor colors, photographic lighting, and other factors, there may be slight differences between the photos and the actual product. The actual product is the standard.