「止水壶 · Heartstill」 — 190ml Handmade Yixing Purple Clay Teapot (Raw Ore Purple Mud · Large-Caliber Form · Inscribed Panel)
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🏺 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
「止水壶 · Heartstill」 — 190ml Handmade Yixing Purple Clay Teapot (Raw Ore Purple Mud · Large-Caliber Form · Inscribed Panel)
The Heartstill 止水壶 is a 190ml Gongfu teapot crafted from raw ore Yixing purple clay, featuring a wide rectangular body, flat lid, and a large-caliber mouth for expressive brewing. The inscription 水止如心—“As still water reflects the heart”—is carved into a framed panel on the teapot’s side, evoking the meditative clarity of tea practice.
With its architectural silhouette and balanced proportions, this vessel bridges the strength of form with the softness of intention. Ideal for daily Gongfu sessions or contemplative tea moments, it offers both visual gravitas and brewing precision.
Design Highlight: The inscribed panel is seamlessly integrated into the clay body, offering a poetic focal point that invites stillness and reflection.
✨ Product Overview
| Attribute | Details |
|---|---|
| Product Name | 止水壶 · Heartstill |
| Type | Gongfu Teapot |
| Material | Yixing Zisha (Original Ore Purple Mud) |
| Capacity | 190ml |
| Dimensions | Approx. 14.5 × 7.8 cm |
| Craftsmanship | Handmade · Kiln-Fired · Inscribed Panel |
| Style | Rectangular Body · Large-Caliber Mouth · Loop Lid Handle |
| Best Suited For | Pu’er · Dahongpao · Tie Guanyin · Oolong · Fragrant Black Tea |
| Brewing Occasion | Daily Gongfu · Tea Study · Gifting · Cultural Display |
| Packaging | Safety Packaging · Gift-Ready Option |
| Origin | Yixing, Jiangsu Province, China |
| Condition | 100% Brand New · Studio Handmade |
| Customization | Not Available |
🧘 Cultural & Craft Legacy
止水之意 | Still Water, Still Heart
The inscription 水止如心 (“As still water reflects the heart”) is drawn from classical Chinese philosophy, where water symbolizes clarity, humility, and adaptability. In Daoist and Confucian thought, a still surface reflects truth without distortion—just as a calm mind reveals inner wisdom. This teapot becomes a vessel not only for tea, but for introspection.
方正之形 | The Rectilinear Tradition
The rectangular body of the Heartstill teapot is a nod to Ming dynasty literati aesthetics, where angular forms were favored for their architectural strength and symbolic stability. The wide mouth and flat lid enhance usability while preserving the visual harmony of the piece.
紫泥之本 | The Essence of Purple Mud
This teapot is made from raw ore purple mud (紫泥), a classic Yixing clay known for its fine grain, rich color, and excellent thermal properties. It is unglazed, allowing the clay to interact with tea oils and develop a deepening patina over time.
🔮 Material, Firing & Form Geometry
Material · Original Ore Purple Mud (Zini)
- Symbolism: Stillness · Reflection · Inner Clarity
- Emotional Resonance: Evokes the quiet strength of stone and the serenity of water
- Affirmation: “When I pour from this vessel, I return to stillness.”
Clay Composition
- High iron and mineral content
- Smooth, breathable surface ideal for tea aging
- Deepens in color and texture with regular use
Firing Process
- Kiln-fired at 1150–1200°C in a reduction atmosphere
- Inscription and panel sealed into the clay during firing
- Natural shrinkage ensures a tight lid fit and durable body
Form Geometry
- Body: Rectangular silhouette with wide base and vertical walls
- Mouth: Large-caliber opening for easy rinsing and leaf expansion
- Lid: Flat with looped handle and central steam hole
- Spout: Curved and direct for smooth, balanced pouring
- Filter: Built-in multi-hole strainer for clean Gongfu infusions
🍵 Brewing Character & Tea Pairing
Best Suited For
- Pu’er (Shou & Sheng)
- Dahongpao
- Tie Guanyin
- Roasted Oolongs
- Fragrant Black Teas
Brewing Performance
- Heat Retention: Thick walls maintain stable temperature for multiple infusions
- Aroma Enhancement: Clay breathes with the tea, releasing fragrance gradually
- Mouthfeel: Softens tannins, enhances clarity and depth
Tasting Notes
- Pu’er: Earthy, mellow, and grounding
- Dahongpao: Roasted, mineral-rich, and warming
- Tie Guanyin: Floral, creamy, and lingering
🏡 Styling, Space & Use Cases
Daily Use
- Ideal for 1–3 person Gongfu sessions
- Wide mouth and stable base make it easy to handle and clean
Ritual Moments
- A poetic companion for tea meditation, calligraphy, or quiet mornings
- Invites reflection through its inscription and form
Interior Styling
- Complements scholar’s desk, stone trays, or minimalist tea tables
- A sculptural centerpiece for cultural or contemplative spaces
Gifting Potential
- A meaningful gift for tea lovers, philosophers, or collectors of cultural teaware
- Suitable for birthdays, milestones, or ceremonial offerings
🧴 Care, Patina & Aging
- Exclusive Use: Dedicate to one tea type to cultivate a consistent patina
- Cleaning: Rinse with warm water only; avoid soaps or abrasives
- Drying: Air dry naturally, inverted on a wooden rack
- Patina Development: Over time, the surface will develop a soft, warm sheen—each brew adding to its quiet history
💬 FAQ
- What does the inscription mean?
“As still water reflects the heart”—a phrase from classical Chinese philosophy. - Is the inscription painted or carved?
It’s hand-carved and sealed into the clay during firing. - What teas are best suited for this teapot?
Pu’er, Dahongpao, Tie Guanyin, and other medium to high oxidation teas. - Can I use this teapot for green or white teas?
You can, though it’s optimized for teas that benefit from heat retention. - Is this teapot beginner-friendly?
Yes. Its wide mouth and stable form make it easy to use and clean. - Does it have a built-in filter?
Yes, a multi-hole strainer is integrated at the spout base. - Can I use this teapot for multiple tea types?
It’s best to dedicate it to one tea type for optimal flavor and patina. - Does the teapot come with a certificate or seal?
Some editions may include a seal; check with the vendor for details. - Is it dishwasher-safe?
No. Please rinse by hand with warm water only. - How long does it take to develop a patina?
With regular use, a soft sheen will appear in a few weeks to months. - Is this teapot suitable for gifting?
Absolutely. It’s elegant, meaningful, and rich in cultural value. - What makes purple mud different from other Zisha clays?
Purple mud (Zini) is the most classic Yixing clay—dense, smooth, and ideal for aging tea.
- High-concerned chemical: None
- Capacity: 151-200ml
- Material: Purple Clay
- Origin: Mainland China
Item Information:
Condition:100% Brand New
Type:Teaware (If you want to buy other items shown in the picture, please contact us)
Material: Porcelain/Ceramic/Purple Clay/Glass
Specifications: As your choose
Colour:As the picture shows
Craft: handmade
Packaging:Safety Packaging
Suitable for: tea/ black tea/fragrant tea /Oolong/puer/dahongpao/Tie Guanyin/juice brewing and recommended family tea or daily professional use.
Features: Easy to use and convenient. Family use, travel and gift options.
Note:
–About the parcel:
If You Receive The Package Broken, Please Don’t Open Dispute and Leave Negative Feedback, Please Contact Us Firstly, We Will Deal With It, Don’t Worry !
–About the product:
The product may have certain differences from the photos due to ambient light, camera parameters, screen color, etc. Please refer to the physical object you receive.
The product size and capacity are manually measured, and there may be certain errors. It is for reference only. Since the batches of fired are different and accompanied by thermal expansion and contraction, please refer to the physical object received.
–About ceramics:
The porcelain you bought has black spots/pinholes because the raw materials contain iron and other minerals naturally formed after high temperature firing. The qualified products selected after quality inspection will not affect the use. However, if you remove the black spot pinholes, you must use chemical raw materials to remove them, which will greatly harm the good porcelain itself.
–About texture:
The textures formed by high-temperature daily tea utensils are naturally randomly formed in a kiln that passes through more than 1,000 degrees, and cannot be controlled or avoided. Although the nodes or textures naturally formed by bamboo and wood products during the growth of trees are avoided as much as possible during the processing process, they cannot be manually screened and removed. This situation is not a product defect.
The package contains: 1 x Teaware
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