Vintage Chinese Yixing Zisha Clay Teapot Phoenix and Dragon Marked 6.5"

Vintage Chinese Yixing Zisha Clay Teapot Phoenix and Dragon Marked Embrace the auspicious elegance of Chinese tea culture with this vintage Yixing Zisha clay teapot, a magnificent piece adorned with the iconic Dragon and Phoenix design. Crafted from the famed Zisha (Purple Clay) of Yixing, Jiangsu Province, this teapot is not just a vessel for brewing tea, but a piece of functional art. Yixing clay is prized by tea connoisseurs for its unique porous quality, which is said to "season" the pot over time, enhancing the flavor and aroma of the tea it brews (especially Puerh, Oolong, or Black Tea). Key Features & Details: * Authentic Zisha Clay: Made from unglazed purple clay (Zi Ni) from the Yixing region, known for its high iron content and exceptional heat retention. * Auspicious Motif: Beautifully decorated with the traditional Chinese symbols of the Dragon (symbol of power, fortune, and the Emperor) and the Phoenix (symbol of grace, harmony, and the Empress) in a 3D, raised relief design. When paired together, they represent a perfect, blissful relationship, often associated with weddings and good fortune. Features a maker's seal/stamp mark on the base and on the inside of the lid, a key characteristic of Yixing teapots. Measures approx. 6 1/2" L x 4 1/2" W x 4 1/2" H to top of lid handle. In very good vintage condition. Please see pictures for more details.