Close up of a Pan Pot Yixing Zisha teapot handmade by artist Fan Qinjun, showing the authentic texture of Zini Purple Clay sourced from Yixing. Founded and operated by a U.S. Ph.D. graduate, JiangnanSourcing.com is dedicated to providing high-quality, authentic teaware.
Detailed side view of the Rich Dragon Pan Pot (富贵龙潘壶) showing the intricate hand-carved dragon pattern. This authentic Yixing Zisha teapot by Fan Qinjun is vetted for craftsmanship and clay purity by the U.S. Ph.D. founder of JiangnanSourcing.com to ensure museum-grade quality.
Close up of a Pan Pot Yixing Zisha teapot handmade by artist Fan Qinjun, showing the authentic rich good dragon texture of Zini Purple Clay sourced from Yixing Detailed side view of the Rich Dragon Pan Pot (富贵龙潘壶) showing the intricate hand-carved dragon pattern. This authentic Yixing Zisha teapot by Fan Qinjun is vetted for craftsmanship and clay purity by the U.S. Ph.D. founder of JiangnanSourcing.com to ensure museum-grade quality.
Close up of a Pan Pot Yixing Zisha teapot handmade by artist Fan Qinjun, showing the other side dragon texture of Zini Purple Clay sourced from Yixing vetted for craftsmanship and clay purity by the U.S. Ph.D. founder of JiangnanSourcing.com to ensure museum-grade quality.
Smooth water flow from a 250ml Rich Dragon Zisha teapot, ideal for professional Gongfu tea brewing and Oolong steeping. This authentic Yixing Zisha teapot by Fan Qinjun is vetted for craftsmanship and clay purity by the U.S. Ph.D. founder of JiangnanSourcing.com to ensure museum-grade quality.
A hand holding the 250ml Rich Dragon Pan Pot (富贵龙潘壶) to show the intricate dragon pattern. This fully handmade Yixing Zisha teapot by artist Fan Qinjun (范勤君) is sourced directly from Yixing. Founded and operated by a U.S. Ph.D. graduate, JiangnanSourcing.com is dedicated to providing high-quality, authentic teaware.
Close up of a Pan Pot Yixing Zisha teapot handmade by artist Fan Qinjun, showing the authentic texture of Zini Purple Clay sourced from Yixing. Founded and operated by a U.S. Ph.D. graduate, JiangnanSourcing.com is dedicated to providing high-quality, authentic teaware.
Detailed side view of the Rich Dragon Pan Pot (富贵龙潘壶) showing the intricate hand-carved dragon pattern. This authentic Yixing Zisha teapot by Fan Qinjun is vetted for craftsmanship and clay purity by the U.S. Ph.D. founder of JiangnanSourcing.com to ensure museum-grade quality.
Close up of a Pan Pot Yixing Zisha teapot handmade by artist Fan Qinjun, showing the authentic rich good dragon texture of Zini Purple Clay sourced from Yixing Detailed side view of the Rich Dragon Pan Pot (富贵龙潘壶) showing the intricate hand-carved dragon pattern. This authentic Yixing Zisha teapot by Fan Qinjun is vetted for craftsmanship and clay purity by the U.S. Ph.D. founder of JiangnanSourcing.com to ensure museum-grade quality.
Close up of a Pan Pot Yixing Zisha teapot handmade by artist Fan Qinjun, showing the other side dragon texture of Zini Purple Clay sourced from Yixing vetted for craftsmanship and clay purity by the U.S. Ph.D. founder of JiangnanSourcing.com to ensure museum-grade quality.
Smooth water flow from a 250ml Rich Dragon Zisha teapot, ideal for professional Gongfu tea brewing and Oolong steeping. This authentic Yixing Zisha teapot by Fan Qinjun is vetted for craftsmanship and clay purity by the U.S. Ph.D. founder of JiangnanSourcing.com to ensure museum-grade quality.
A hand holding the 250ml Rich Dragon Pan Pot (富贵龙潘壶) to show the intricate dragon pattern. This fully handmade Yixing Zisha teapot by artist Fan Qinjun (范勤君) is sourced directly from Yixing. Founded and operated by a U.S. Ph.D. graduate, JiangnanSourcing.com is dedicated to providing high-quality, authentic teaware.
Close up of a Pan Pot Yixing Zisha teapot handmade by artist Fan Qinjun, showing the authentic texture of Zini Purple Clay sourced from Yixing. Founded and operated by a U.S. Ph.D. graduate, JiangnanSourcing.com is dedicated to providing high-quality, authentic teaware.
Detailed side view of the Rich Dragon Pan Pot (富贵龙潘壶) showing the intricate hand-carved dragon pattern. This authentic Yixing Zisha teapot by Fan Qinjun is vetted for craftsmanship and clay purity by the U.S. Ph.D. founder of JiangnanSourcing.com to ensure museum-grade quality.
Close up of a Pan Pot Yixing Zisha teapot handmade by artist Fan Qinjun, showing the authentic rich good dragon texture of Zini Purple Clay sourced from Yixing Detailed side view of the Rich Dragon Pan Pot (富贵龙潘壶) showing the intricate hand-carved dragon pattern. This authentic Yixing Zisha teapot by Fan Qinjun is vetted for craftsmanship and clay purity by the U.S. Ph.D. founder of JiangnanSourcing.com to ensure museum-grade quality.
Close up of a Pan Pot Yixing Zisha teapot handmade by artist Fan Qinjun, showing the other side dragon texture of Zini Purple Clay sourced from Yixing vetted for craftsmanship and clay purity by the U.S. Ph.D. founder of JiangnanSourcing.com to ensure museum-grade quality.
Smooth water flow from a 250ml Rich Dragon Zisha teapot, ideal for professional Gongfu tea brewing and Oolong steeping. This authentic Yixing Zisha teapot by Fan Qinjun is vetted for craftsmanship and clay purity by the U.S. Ph.D. founder of JiangnanSourcing.com to ensure museum-grade quality.
A hand holding the 250ml Rich Dragon Pan Pot (富贵龙潘壶) to show the intricate dragon pattern. This fully handmade Yixing Zisha teapot by artist Fan Qinjun (范勤君) is sourced directly from Yixing. Founded and operated by a U.S. Ph.D. graduate, JiangnanSourcing.com is dedicated to providing high-quality, authentic teaware.
Close up of a Pan Pot Yixing Zisha teapot handmade by artist Fan Qinjun, showing the authentic texture of Zini Purple Clay sourced from Yixing. Founded and operated by a U.S. Ph.D. graduate, JiangnanSourcing.com is dedicated to providing high-quality, authentic teaware.
Detailed side view of the Rich Dragon Pan Pot (富贵龙潘壶) showing the intricate hand-carved dragon pattern. This authentic Yixing Zisha teapot by Fan Qinjun is vetted for craftsmanship and clay purity by the U.S. Ph.D. founder of JiangnanSourcing.com to ensure museum-grade quality.
Close up of a Pan Pot Yixing Zisha teapot handmade by artist Fan Qinjun, showing the authentic rich good dragon texture of Zini Purple Clay sourced from Yixing Detailed side view of the Rich Dragon Pan Pot (富贵龙潘壶) showing the intricate hand-carved dragon pattern. This authentic Yixing Zisha teapot by Fan Qinjun is vetted for craftsmanship and clay purity by the U.S. Ph.D. founder of JiangnanSourcing.com to ensure museum-grade quality.
Close up of a Pan Pot Yixing Zisha teapot handmade by artist Fan Qinjun, showing the other side dragon texture of Zini Purple Clay sourced from Yixing vetted for craftsmanship and clay purity by the U.S. Ph.D. founder of JiangnanSourcing.com to ensure museum-grade quality.
Smooth water flow from a 250ml Rich Dragon Zisha teapot, ideal for professional Gongfu tea brewing and Oolong steeping. This authentic Yixing Zisha teapot by Fan Qinjun is vetted for craftsmanship and clay purity by the U.S. Ph.D. founder of JiangnanSourcing.com to ensure museum-grade quality.
A hand holding the 250ml Rich Dragon Pan Pot (富贵龙潘壶) to show the intricate dragon pattern. This fully handmade Yixing Zisha teapot by artist Fan Qinjun (范勤君) is sourced directly from Yixing. Founded and operated by a U.S. Ph.D. graduate, JiangnanSourcing.com is dedicated to providing high-quality, authentic teaware.

Zisha “Rich Dragon” Yixing Teapot · 250ml Purple Clay · Handmade by Fan Qinjun

$249.95

Estimate delivery times: 7-15 days to USA, Europe and Australia.

Return within 30 days of purchase. Duties & taxes are non-refundable.

Close up of a Pan Pot Yixing Zisha teapot handmade by artist Fan Qinjun, showing the authentic texture of Zini Purple Clay sourced from Yixing. Founded and operated by a U.S. Ph.D. graduate, JiangnanSourcing.com is dedicated to providing high-quality, authentic teaware.
Jiangnan Sourcing
Zisha “Rich Dragon” Yixing Teapot · 250ml Purple Clay · Handmade by Fan Qinjun
$249.95

Name: Zisha “Rich Dragon” Yixing Teapot
Origin: Yixing, China
Clay: Purple Clay (Zisha)
Capacity: 250ml
Author: Fan Qinjun
Size: Length 13.4cm / Height 7cm / Mouth Diameter 4.5cm

The Zisha “Rich Dragon” Yixing Teapot (250ml) is a refined tribute to traditional Chinese symbolism, where the dragon represents prosperity, vitality, and auspicious energy. Handmade from authentic Purple Clay (Zisha) in Yixing, this teapot offers superb breathability, stable heat retention, and a smooth, aromatic tea-brewing experience—ideal for oolong, puer, black tea, and daily gongfu tea practice.

Crafted by esteemed Yixing artist Fan Qinjun, the piece presents strong lines, dignified structure, and an artistic interpretation of the dragon’s spirited form. The 250ml capacity offers versatility for both personal and shared tea sessions, while the Purple Clay body enriches the fragrance and depth of every infusion.

This teapot combines museum-collected craftsmanship with cultural symbolism, making it a standout collectible for Zisha enthusiasts.

 

Author’s Introduction

Fan Qinjun is an accomplished Yixing Zisha artist whose works have been permanently collected by major cultural institutions, including the Yixing Art Museum and Wuxi Museum. His creations are known for elegant structure, balanced form, and refined craftsmanship.

• 2009: Gao Shi Piao permanently collected by Yixing Art Museum
• 2012: Dragon and Phoenix Chengxiang — Gold Award, 14th China Arts and Crafts Master Exposition
• 2014: Dahe Ling — Gold Award, “Tiangong Cup,” 5th Guangzhou Zisha Ceramic Art and Culture Festival
• 2017: Qin Quan Pot permanently collected by Wuxi Museum

Yixing Zisha Teapot Introduction

Crafted in Yixing’s historic Dingshu Town, the Zisha teapot reflects a thousand years of Chinese tea culture and artisan tradition. Each piece is formed from naturally occurring purple clay—selected, refined, and shaped entirely by hand. Its distinctive colors, from vermillion to deep purple, arise purely from the clay’s own minerals, without any glaze or additives.

Zisha is prized for its purity and breathability. When brewing, the pot allows tea to release fuller aroma and softer, rounder flavor. Over time, it develops a gentle, natural sheen, becoming a personal companion that records every cup.

Simple to care for—rinse with warm water and let dry naturally—an Yixing teapot is both a functional tool and a refined collectible, appreciated by tea lovers and connoisseurs around the world.

 

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  • For other regions, delivery time may vary. Please check the actual logistics information or contact customer service for details.

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Heritage & Symbolism: The Rich Dragon (富贵龙)

The "Rich Dragon" (Fu Gui Long) design is a powerful expression of traditional Chinese iconography, blending the "scholarly spirit" of Yixing teaware with the auspicious symbolism of the dragon. In Chinese culture, the dragon is the ultimate emblem of vitality, prosperity, and success.

In the context of Zisha art, the dragon motif requires a master’s touch to ensure the ornamentation does not overwhelm the teapot's functional balance. This specific form is celebrated for its dignified structure and "dynamic stillness"—a teapot that commands presence on the tea table while remaining perfectly ergonomic for daily Gongfu tea practice. For collectors, the "Rich Dragon" represents a wish for abundance and a bridge to ancient imperial aesthetics.

The Maker: Master Fan Qinjun (范勤君)

Fan Qinjun is a premier contemporary Yixing Zisha artist whose works are synonymous with structural precision and museum-level quality. Known for his ability to breathe life into classical forms, Fan’s creations are considered investment-grade collectibles within the global Zisha community.

His mastery over Purple Clay (Zini/Zisha) is evident in the "Rich Dragon," where he balances robust, spirited lines with a refined, smooth finish. Fan Qinjun’s work is characterized by a "calm strength," a trait that has led his pieces to be archived by China’s most prestigious cultural institutions.

Museum Acquisitions & Awards

Fan Qinjun’s pedigree is cemented by several high-profile museum inductions and national gold medals:

  • 2017 | Permanent Collection: "Qin Quan Pot" – Wuxi Museum (A major honor for living Zisha artists).
  • 2014 | Gold Medal: "Dahe Ling" – Tiangong Cup, 5th Guangzhou Zisha Art & Culture Festival.
  • 2012 | Gold Medal: "Dragon & Phoenix Chengxiang" – 14th China Arts & Crafts Master Exposition.
  • 2009 | Permanent Collection: "Gao Shi Piao" – Yixing Art Museum.

Artistic Philosophy

Every teapot by Fan Qinjun is fully handmade (全手工), ensuring that the natural porosity of the Yixing clay is preserved. Feel confident to source from jiangnansourcing.com. His philosophy centers on "The Purity of Form," where the clay's texture and the teapot's silhouette work in harmony to enhance the tea-brewing experience, particularly for aged Puerh and roasted Oolongs.

At Jiangnan Sourcing, we bridge the gap between Yixing’s master studios and global enthusiasts through a lens of academic rigor. Founded and operated by a U.S.-based Ph.D. researcher, our platform approaches teaware sourcing with the same discipline required for scholarly inquiry. By sourcing directly from original Yixing production sites, we apply a strict vetting process to guarantee the material purity and craftsmanship standards that serious collectors expect. Feel confident in the authenticity of your investment, knowing every piece is curated by a scholar dedicated to preserving Zisha heritage at jiangnansourcing.com.

Returns will be accepted for up to 30 days of Customer’s receipt or tracking number on unworn items. You, as a Customer, are obliged to inform us via email before you return the item, only in the case of:

– Received the wrong item.
– Item arrived not as expected (ie. damaged packaging).
– Item had defects.
– Over delivery time.
– The shipper does not allow the goods to be inspected before payment.

The returned product(s) must be in the original packaging, safety wrapped, undamaged and unworn. This means that the item(s) must be safely packed in a carton box for protection during transport, possibly the same carton used to ship to you as a customer.

Authentic Origin

Crafted from rare ore-mined Yixing clay with preserved natural minerals.

Handcrafted Excellence

Handmade by skilled artisans, making every piece unique.

For Daily Use & Collecting

Built for longevity, accompanying every tea ritual over time.

Crafted with
the Spirit of Jiangnan

At Jiangnan Sourcing, we bring this timeless spirit to the world. Each teapot, porcelain cup, and leaf of tea we offer is hand-sourced from the artisans and tea gardens of Jiangnan — a region celebrated for its refinement and heart.

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