Wood-Fired Teapot with Heavy Ash Glaze / P & F Ceramic Designs

The plump, rounded shape of this small teapot is particularly endearing. The natural ash glaze on its surface, with subtle speckles, resembles the gentle play of sunlight and shadow. A friend once shared that their most cherished moments are spent brewing tea first thing in the morning, before fully waking. As the hot water is poured, the aroma of tea instantly fills the air, and they slowly come alive 😃😃 Holding such a small teapot, one feels that life doesn't need to be overly complicated; with tea and a pot, life is beautiful. Simple objects, in fact, add more flavor to life ❤️ Capacity: 200cc #WoodFiredTeapot #PureClay #HeavyAshGlaze #BeautyOfWoodFiring #PFCeramicDesigns #HandmadeLife #NaturalAshGlaze #BeautyOfCraftsmanship ————— P & F Ceramic Designs does not pursue mass production. Each creation possesses a unique concept and design, breathing life into the pieces through pure hand-building or wheel-throwing processes. Every piece is one-of-a-kind. Our works are created by my husband and me, hence the "P" or "F" signature. Larger pieces will bear the "P & F Ceramic Designs" kiln mark. Truly unique!! https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/51567264550_68d52fdae8_b.jpg **1. What is the origin of the materials?** We primarily use American clay, Japanese clay, and Taiwanese Miaoli clay for our creations. https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/51565549867_2d00e9c5fb_b.jpg **2. What is the wood-firing process?** American clay, Japanese clay, and Miaoli clay are kneaded in different proportions. The creation process involves pure hand-building (no pottery wheel) to slowly form the shape. After basic shaping, the body lines are refined, followed by polishing to complete the greenware. Once loaded into the kiln, the pieces undergo a five-day, four-night continuous 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 flame patterns flow between the pieces, creating beautiful orange-red or blue-purple fire marks. After five days and four nights of ash and flame interplay, a week of cooling is required before each piece achieves its beautiful form! Each piece is unique and inimitable! The high-temperature firing of the traditional wood-firing method imbues the pottery with far-infrared properties, making it exceptionally suitable for brewing tea. https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/51566330016_d46035182e_b.jpg **3. What should customers be aware of?** Product colors may vary slightly due to photographic lighting. As the works are purely handmade, they will bear traces of the hand-building process. Minor variations may also occur due to the firing process; slight imperfections in the rim or small scratches from the making process are normal and do not affect usability. Your understanding is appreciated! P & F Ceramic Designs Recent Competition and Exhibition Experience 2022 Yilan Art Exhibition, Photography Category, Selected 2022 ROC Pottery Association Dazzling Joint Exhibition 2021 Miaoli Pottery Art Festival Pottery Competition, Wood-Fired Category, Honorable Mention 2021 4th Shanghai International Wood-Fired Pottery Competition, Three Entries Shortlisted 2021 Miaoli Pottery Association & Cultural Affairs Bureau Joint Exhibition 2020 Miaoli Pottery Museum Radiant Harmony Joint Exhibition 2020 Miaoli Pottery Art Festival, Museum of Pottery Exhibition