「金段素韵 · Golden Still」 — 260ml Master Handmade Yixing Purple Clay Teapot | Simple Classic Form with Raw Mineral Gold Section Mud · Zisha Gongfu Tea Set

🧭 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

「金段素韵 · Golden Still」 — 260ml Master Handmade Yixing Purple Clay Teapot | Simple Classic Form with Raw Mineral Gold Section Mud · Zisha Gongfu Tea Set

A teapot of understated elegance and mineral warmth, this 260ml vessel—crafted from rare Gold Section Mud clay—offers a refined, high-fired brewing experience. Designed for Gongfu rituals and daily use, it blends classic simplicity with master-level craftsmanship.

✨ Product Overview

🧘 Cultural & Craft Legacy

Gold Section Mud (Jin Duan Ni) is a rare and visually striking variant of Yixing Zisha, known for its warm yellow-brown tone and excellent breathability. It is prized for its ability to soften tannins and enhance aroma, making it ideal for roasted oolongs and aged teas.

This teapot’s form is intentionally restrained—emphasizing balance, proportion, and tactile simplicity. Its smooth surface and looped lid handle reflect the quiet elegance of traditional Gongfu design, while the mineral-rich clay deepens the brewing experience over time.

This vessel honors both material purity and cultural continuity, offering a tactile bridge between tradition and contemporary tea practice.

🔮 Material, Firing & Form Geometry

Material · Raw Mineral Gold Section Mud (Jin Duan Ni)

• Symbolism: Grounded · Elemental · Warm
• Emotional Resonance: Supports clarity, depth, and meditative brewing
• Affirmation: “When I hold this vessel, I feel the breath of earth and the stillness of form.”

Gold Section Mud is rich in iron and mineral particles, producing a dense, heat-retentive body that seasons beautifully over time.

Firing & Surface

• Firing: High-fired at approx. 1150–1200°C in a reduction atmosphere
• Surface Texture: Smooth matte finish with subtle mineral sheen; develops a soft glow with regular use

Form Geometry

• Shape: Rounded body with short spout and looped handle; lid features a central oval knob with steam hole
• Lid & Handle: Ergonomic and balanced for stable pouring
• Pouring Dynamics: Ball-hole filter ensures smooth, leaf-free flow; ideal for Gongfu-style brewing and repeated infusions

🍵 Brewing Character & Tea Pairing

Best Suited For
Shou & Sheng Pu’er · Dahongpao · Tie Guanyin · Roasted Oolongs · Fragrant Black Teas

Brewing Performance
The breathable clay body retains heat while allowing subtle oxygen exchange, enhancing aroma and softening tannins. The generous volume supports extended steeping and shared tasting sessions.

Tasting Experience
Expect a liquor that is mellow, earthy, and well-structured. The clay rounds bitterness and deepens flavor, while the vessel’s form encourages a meditative brewing rhythm.

🏡 Styling, Space & Use Cases

Daily Use
Perfect for solo or shared Gongfu sessions, family brewing, or hosting guests. Its warm tone and minimalist form suit wooden tea tables, ceramic trays, or rustic interiors.

Ritual Moments
Ideal for seasonal ceremonies, storytelling sessions, or gifting occasions. The golden clay evokes serenity and timelessness—symbolizing wisdom, reflection, and elemental harmony.

Gifting Potential
A meaningful gift for tea lovers, scholars, or collectors. Symbolizes craftsmanship, vitality, and the beauty of transformation—perfect for birthdays, housewarmings, or ceremonial milestones.

🧴 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
• Surface will retain its natural texture; patina develops as a soft glow over time
• Mineral speckles and pinholes are natural and do not affect performance

The patina is a quiet archive—each infusion a trace, each trace a story.

💬 FAQ

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

Q: How many people does the 260ml capacity serve?
A: Suitable for 2–4 people in Gongfu style, or 5–6 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: Are the black spots or pinholes defects?
A: No. They are natural results of high-temperature firing and mineral content in the clay.

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: Yes, especially for those who appreciate classic forms and want to deepen their Gongfu practice.

Q: Is it good for photography or content creation?
A: Absolutely. The golden tone and minimalist form photograph beautifully—perfect for editorial shoots and tea table storytelling.