Name: Yuan Gu – Aged Zini Yixing Teapot
中文名:元古老紫泥壶
Origin: Yixing, Jiangsu, China
Material: Aged Zini (老紫泥)
Craftsmanship: Half-Handmade (半手工)
Capacity: 100ml
Studio: Zhang Yicheng Studio
Highlights:
• Crafted with matured Aged Zini clay
• Excellent heat retention and breathability
• Compact 100ml capacity for refined gongfu brewing
• Balanced form and traditional proportions
The Yuan Gu Aged Zini Teapot (100ml) is a refined small-capacity gongfu pot created by Zhang Yicheng Studio, known for its precise form, clean lines, and balanced brewing performance.
Crafted using Aged Zini (老紫泥) — a traditional Yixing clay rested and matured over years — this teapot offers excellent porosity, heat retention, and aroma-enhancing properties. The clay’s deep, earthy tone and subtle grain reflect both its age and its quality.
Shaped with a half-handmade process, the body is formed with traditional techniques while key structural elements are hand-finished by the artist, ensuring accuracy, spirit, and artisanal character.
With its compact 100ml size, the Yuan Gu teapot is ideal for solo gongfu sessions, high-end oolong, dancong, puerh, and collectors who appreciate authentic Yixing workmanship.