「沙心映月 · Moonlit Duanni」 — 320ml Handcrafted Yixing Duan Ni Teapot | Shi Piao Form with Reduction-Fired Finish · Gongfu Brewing for Pu’er & Oolong · Studio Edition

🧭 Table of Contents

• 💎 Name & Description
• ✨ Product Overview
• 🧘 Cultural & Craft Legacy
• 🔮 Material, Firing & Form Geometry
• 🍵 Brewing Character & Tea Pairing
• 🏡 Styling, Space & Use Cases
• 🧴 Care, Patina & Aging
• 💬 FAQ

💎 Name & Description

「沙心映月 · Moonlit Duanni」 — 320ml Handcrafted Yixing Duan Ni Teapot | Shi Piao Form with Reduction-Fired Finish · Gongfu Brewing for Pu’er & Oolong · Studio Edition

A vessel of quiet strength and luminous texture, this Shi Piao-style teapot—formed from Duan Ni clay and reduction-fired—offers a grounded yet radiant brewing experience. Its speckled surface and angular stance evoke the stillness of moonlight over sand, ideal for aged teas and contemplative rituals.

✨ Product Overview

🧘 Cultural & Craft Legacy

The Shi Piao teapot form is one of Yixing’s most iconic silhouettes, known for its triangular base, upright lid finial, and balanced geometry. It symbolizes stability, clarity, and scholarly refinement—often chosen by tea practitioners who value both function and form.

This piece is crafted from Duan Ni, a yellowish Zisha clay prized for its mineral richness and moderate porosity. The clay is reduction-fired to deepen its tone and enhance its breathability, resulting in a speckled, sand-like surface that feels both ancient and elemental.

Duan Ni teapots are especially valued for their ability to soften bitterness and round out the flavor of aged teas. This vessel continues that tradition, offering a tactile, responsive brewing experience that evolves with use. It is a teapot that honors the quiet alchemy of clay, fire, and leaf.

🔮 Material, Firing & Form Geometry

Material · Duan Ni (Yellow Zisha Clay)

• Symbolism: Grounded · Luminous · Textural
• Emotional Resonance: Supports warmth, clarity, and meditative depth
• Affirmation: “When I hold this vessel, I feel the stillness of sand and the glow of moonlight.”

Duan Ni is known for its moderate porosity and mineral complexity, making it ideal for teas that benefit from gentle heat retention and flavor refinement.

Firing & Surface

• Firing: Reduction-fired at approx. 1150–1200°C, enhancing clay density and surface depth
• Surface Texture: Speckled matte finish with natural sand-like granularity; develops a warm patina with regular use

Form Geometry

• Shape: Shi Piao form with triangular base, compact body, and short spout
• Lid & Handle: Upright lid finial with central vent hole; looped handle for ergonomic grip
• Pouring Dynamics: Mesh-hole filter ensures smooth, clean flow; ideal for multiple infusions and whole-leaf teas

🍵 Brewing Character & Tea Pairing

Best Suited For
Sheng & Shou Pu’er · Medium to Heavy Oolongs · Fragrant Black Teas · Tie Guanyin

Brewing Performance
The Duan Ni clay body retains heat while allowing subtle oxygen exchange, enhancing aroma and softening tannins. The Shi Piao form promotes even extraction and stable pouring, making it ideal for teas that require precision and patience.

Tasting Experience
Expect a liquor that is mellow, aromatic, and well-structured. The clay rounds bitterness and deepens flavor, while the vessel’s geometry supports clarity and balance in every infusion.

🏡 Styling, Space & Use Cases

Daily Use
Perfect for solo or paired Gongfu sessions. Its angular form and warm tones suit minimalist tea tables, wooden trays, or contemplative corners.

Ritual Moments
Ideal for seasonal transitions, first-brew ceremonies, or quiet evening sessions. The speckled Duan Ni surface evokes natural textures and elemental calm.

Gifting Potential
A meaningful gift for tea lovers, scholars, or those beginning their Gongfu journey. Symbolizes clarity, transformation, and grounded elegance—perfect for birthdays, cultural milestones, or spiritual occasions.

🧴 Care, Patina & Aging

• Use exclusively with one tea type to cultivate a consistent patina
• Rinse with warm water only; avoid soaps or abrasive cloths
• Air dry naturally in a well-ventilated space
• Over time, the clay will darken and develop a soft sheen, reflecting your brewing habits and tea preferences

The patina is a quiet companion—each session leaves a trace, each trace deepens the story.

💬 FAQ

Q: What teas is this teapot best for?
A: It is ideal for Pu’er, Tie Guanyin, medium oolongs, and fragrant black teas.

Q: How many people does the 320ml capacity serve?
A: Suitable for 2–3 people in Gongfu style, or 4–5 guests using small tasting cups.

Q: Is each piece handmade? Will there be variations?
A: Yes. Each teapot is handcrafted, with natural variation in clay tone, texture, and lid fit.

Q: Is it dishwasher or microwave safe?
A: No. Hand rinse only. Avoid sudden temperature changes and prolonged soaking.

Q: Does the teapot get hot to the touch?
A: The Duan Ni clay insulates well. The handle remains comfortable during normal use.

Q: Is gift packaging available?
A: Yes. Safety packaging is included; gift-ready options may be available upon request.

Q: Can I request engraving or customization?
A: Not available for this edition.

Q: Is this suitable for beginners?
A: Absolutely. The Shi Piao form is intuitive and stable, making it ideal for both newcomers and seasoned tea drinkers.

Q: Is it good for photography or content creation?
A: Yes. The speckled surface and geometric form photograph beautifully—perfect for editorial shoots and tea table styling.