Description

Xishi Zisha pots are a classic Yixing Zisha pot type, widely loved for its elegant rounded shape and practicality.
As the name suggests, the Xishi pot is inspired by Xishi, one of the four great beauties of ancient China. The shape of the pot is small, rounded and full, with smooth lines, and has a gentle and soft temperament, just like Xishi’s “sinking fish and falling geese” posture. It is one of the most common and classic types of Zisha pots, suitable for both beginners and experienced potters.
Characteristics
– Body: rounded and bulbous, like a complete sphere, signifying perfection and good fortune.
– Spout: short and slightly curved, with a smooth and powerful spout.
– Handle: small and symmetrical, easy to hold.
– Lid: hemispherical in shape, usually with a rounded knob at the top, the lid and the body of the pot are tightly fitted.
– Overall style: simple but elegant, delicate with gentle beauty.
Xishi pots are suitable for brewing green tea, oolong tea, pu-erh, etc., and are the preferred tool for tea tasting. Its small size is also convenient for carrying and daily use.
The Xishi pot is not only a practical vessel, but also a representative of Zisha culture that emphasizes both aesthetics and utility. It symbolizes the subtlety and elegance of oriental women, and is one of the preferred types of pots for many pot lovers to collect and play with.