{"product_id":"xiangyun-tea-pot","title":"Xiangyun Tea Pot","description":"\u003cp class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eXiangyun Tea Pot\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eXiangyun Tea Pot\u003c\/strong\u003e is a fully handmade tea vessel shaped from raw ancient clay, combining a deeply textured mineral surface with sculpted Buddhist figures and a naturally woven suspended handle.\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts compact body features three arched niches, each enclosing a seated Buddha surrounded by stylized cloud scrolls. The relief work gives the surface a distinctly sculptural character, while the unglazed clay preserves the natural depth, grain and irregularity of the material.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe suspended handle is crafted from braided bamboo and natural cord, creating a warm organic contrast against the dark, earthy clay. A simple ring shaped knob completes the lid and echoes the restrained character of the raw material.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHandcrafted in Dehua, every Xiangyun is individually formed and fired. Small variations in shape, dimensions, weight and clay thickness are therefore inherent to the making process, giving each tea pot its own character rather than the uniformity of factory production.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHand Sculpted Buddha Relief\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eThree seated Buddha figures are integrated directly into the body, each framed by an arched niche and surrounded by flowing cloud motifs. The relief creates depth and texture that can be appreciated both visually and by touch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRaw Ancient Clay\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eThe tea pot is crafted from 老岩泥, an ancient raw clay traditionally presented without a decorative glaze. Its unglazed surface reveals the natural mineral character of the material.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWoven Suspended Handle\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eThe 提梁 handle combines braided bamboo and natural cord, introducing a handcrafted element that contrasts with the substantial clay body.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHandmade in Dehua\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eXiangyun is entirely handmade, meaning that subtle differences in size, shape, weight and wall thickness are natural characteristics of each individual piece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGenerous 780 ml Capacity\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eThe 780 ml capacity makes Xiangyun particularly suited to longer tea sessions and shared preparation, while its sculptural form allows it to remain a distinctive display object between uses.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Raw Ancient Clay\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Unglazed\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCraftsmanship:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fully Handmade\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProvenance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dehua\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLength:\u003c\/strong\u003e 15.5 cm\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWidth:\u003c\/strong\u003e 12.5 cm\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 13.5 cm\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCapacity:\u003c\/strong\u003e 780 ml\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 0.5 kg\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHandle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Braided Bamboo and Natural Cord\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Chadao","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":63236359389514,"sku":null,"price":142.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1068\/9839\/1370\/files\/hf_20260822_195959_2fec1c00-b2ce-4648-a9c3-dff00429ac21.png?v=1787429396","url":"https:\/\/chadao.co.uk\/products\/xiangyun-tea-pot","provider":"Chadao","version":"1.0","type":"link"}