Famous for pottery for 5000 years.
It is said that the people of Yi Xing China have been producing pottery for 5000 years.
Of that 5000, for the past 2500 they have been making teapots.
Approaching Yi Xing, you will see signs touting Yi Xing as the Chinese capital of pottery.
It is not just the extraordinary skill of the villagers surrounding YiXing that has been handed-down one generation after the next…it is in the earth as well.
Purple Sand Clay. Mined from the mountains surrounding Yi Xing yields material perfect for the creation of teaware.
Combining the age-old artisan skills of the local people with the refined Purple Sand Clay yields beauty and quality ideal for steeping Artisan Leaves.
As incredible as it seems, in addition to the technique and material used, is the practice of employing Cottage Industry model for producing these wonderful pots.
Taking time to savor the moment and enjoy the tradition of the tea is enhanced when preparing your tea in a Yi Xing Pot. The simple act of holding and using a vessel with such culture and history transcends one thoughts of tea being steeped in Ancient China.
While not practical for our hectic daily lives, stepping back and appreciating your tea in this time-honored way is an enriching experience that you can enjoy often.
Visit our Tea Pot Shop to see our full line of Yi Xing teaware.
