{"title":"Craftsman Gao Xiang 高翔老师。","description":"","products":[{"product_id":"四方合瓢-si-fang-he-piao-108-9ml-tai-xi-duan-ni-gao-wen-high-fired-台西段泥-高温烧-with-colour-clay-sculpting-art-泥绘-by-craftsman-gao-xiang-高翔l","title":"《四方合瓢》\"Si Fang He Piao\", 108.9ml, *Tai Xi Duan Ni ~ Gao Wen (high-fired) 台西段泥~高温烧 with Colour Clay Sculpting Art 泥绘, by Craftsman Gao Xiang 高翔 ~!Congratulations to Prof Y.T.! 1038hrs 9th Feb 2026, Long Beach! CA!","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: rgb(0, 48, 120);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e《四方合瓢》\"Si Fang He Piao\"!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260210_020600.jpg?v=1770660664\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cb\u003eDearest Friends, announcing our new Craftsman, Gao Xiang 高翔!!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003eHim b\u003c\/span\u003eeing a very honest friend whom Zhang Huan, Zhu Shu and Yang Ping Ting respect a lot in their clay sculpting trainings several years ago, all of us managed to convince him to join us!\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eAnd yes here he is for all of you friends! \u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eWe are all very happy and over the moon!!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260209_155425.jpg?v=1770660661\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260209_171134.jpg?v=1770660661\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260209_163641.jpg?v=1770660661\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260209_163721.jpg?v=1770660661\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003eGao Xiang, at age of 31 now, has been particularly fond of small Polygonal class works since fifteen years ago when he picked up and trained hard in Fully-Handmaking works!\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eHe receives of course, the nod of quality by Senior Consummate Master Yuan Hui!\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eAll of the Craftsmen now in the group too are very happy that from now on, they can all complement one another!\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eSmall (100-160ml) Polygonal works are his area of focus and forte, and this is his love which he does best in!\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eWe really hope all of you friends and ZiSha aficionados will agree with our team here that his works are amazing in artistic direction, afforded at the most affordable price in the market, and of delicate savoir-faire and workmanship! \u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eVery happy that he will now be here permanently with all of you!\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eA lot of hard work from all of us, and we will continue fighting very hard against all odds, for all of you. \u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eWe love our Fully-Handmaking ZiSha Art and are very grateful and over the moon whenever each piece goes to your homes.\u003cbr\u003ePresenting here, proudly to all of you, by Craftsman Gao Xiang:\u003cbr\u003eHis Si Fang He Piao!\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003ePolygonal, small volume, with the 45-degree 1mm chamfering that Senior Master Yuan Hui approves of and smiles at!\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eNot content, we pass him our Cao Family’s Tai Xi Duan Ni we mined from Huang Long Shan (Tai Xi Quarry\/Mine pit is one of the famous and favourite mine locations at Huang Long Shan), and we high-fire them to manifest this beautiful beige-yellow-light brown colour.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eEven further, how can we not let Gao Xiang finish it with his coloured clay sculpting!\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eWe cheer for Craftsman Gao Xiang and thank him for his years of dedication to ZiSha and his love of delicate Polygonal works!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(18, 2, 156); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eCraftsman Gao Xiang 高翔, presents here, the\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(18, 2, 156); text-decoration: underline;\" class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e《四方合瓢》\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(18, 2, 156); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eSi Fang He Piao, \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(90, 1, 1); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eHigh-fired Tai Xi Duan Ni 台西段泥~高温烧\u003c\/span\u003e, with \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(2, 79, 22); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003ecoloured clay sculpting of the Plum Blossoms 梅花~彩色泥绘!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e~~~~~~~~~~~~~\u003cbr\u003eSavour BOTH of Craftsman's Gao Xiang's Pot Craftsmanship AND COLOURED Clay Sculpting 彩色泥绘!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260208_225108.jpg?v=1770660661\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260209_155314.jpg?v=1770660660\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260209_155349.jpg?v=1770660661\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260209_155353.jpg?v=1770660660\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260209_155408.jpg?v=1770660660\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eClay Sculpting with the applied embellishments, is challenging and raises the likelihood of failure at firing: through cracks at the thin ZiSha clay appliqué, which would be irreparable.  If the clay sculpting comes off, these are irreparable, and the whole pot has to be abandoned.  Zhu Shu needs to craft again.  Generally success rate is one in two.\u003cb\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eColor Clay Sculpting is more difficult and requires higher experience, as the colors pre-firing is different from the colors manifested post-firing, hence the Craftsman must be able to envision the final post-fired effect and color, as she applies fresh ZiSha paste during this Clay Sculpting process!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eHaving the skill of knowing what ZiSha paste to sculpt with is one thing, having the petals and all, having the 3-Dimensional Effect, varying thickness to beautifully bring up the aesthetic appreciation of the Orchids, is another forté which must be mastered together by Craftsman Zhu Shu.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e~~~~~~~~~~\u003cbr\u003e45-degree 1mm-chamfering:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260209_163853.jpg?v=1770660662\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260209_163922.jpg?v=1770660662\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260209_164021.jpg?v=1770660662\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe carefully, deftly and diligently crafted largest possible 3+3+3 holes hand-pushed in filter for amazing great pour from a small-volume 110ml work!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260209_233758.jpg?v=1770660660\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260209_155030.jpg?v=1770660662\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260209_155035.jpg?v=1770660660\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: rgb(0, 48, 120);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eOur Cao Family's Tai Xi Duan Ni, this time high-fired.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260209_154914.jpg?v=1770660660\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260209_154921.jpg?v=1770660660\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260209_154924.jpg?v=1770660660\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260209_155016.jpg?v=1770660660\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: rgb(0, 48, 120);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: rgb(0, 48, 120);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(87, 0, 0); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eZiSha Art is the most amazing carrier medium, housing various aspects of Chinese Cultural Arts!\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eHere in this Si Fang He Piao by Craftsman Gao Xiang,you enjoy the embodiment of\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(23, 0, 113); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e1.  Fully-Handmade ZiSha Art and Craft 紫砂美术与工艺,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(23, 0, 113); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e2.  Painting 绘画,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(23, 0, 113); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e3.  Clay Sculpting 泥绘.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(87, 0, 0); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eHold, Use and Keep relishing the delightful aspects of our Chinese Culture in your daily life, in solitude, in practice, during hospitality to family and friends alike!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(87, 0, 0); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eSavour the journey, dearest Friends :-D\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: rgb(125, 7, 7);\"\u003eWe wish all our dearest friends in you, to enjoy it, use it, savour it and feel the aura of our Chinese YiXing Art!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e~~~~~~~~~~~~\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCraftsman Gao Xiang is NOW proudly one of us and he will be featuring consistently, with Zhang Huan, Zhu Shu, Yang Pin Ting, Gu Xiao Ming, Chen Fa Chu, et al.  \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #b70000;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eCraftsman Gao Xiang's works are highly scrutinised and praised too!by our Senior Masters, and deemed to be ready for you, delectable for your use and a long lasting permanent ZiSha work in your collection.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e~~~\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCherish it as they do not come easy, with the firing kiln enabling only a 60-70% success rate for this detailed Polygonal + coloured Clay embellishment sculpting Art, i.e. fire 3, and two or less will be successful.  This is SPECIALLY crafted for all of you friends at ~110ml to suit the gungfu solo steeping practice!  Still good for steeping for two people at a sitting!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHold one, hold up one, swing his work around.  Carefully examine his Fully-Handmade work.  Look at it from afar, from near, and it will grow on you.  The whole piece grow on you because 1) he takes reference from what the Senior Masters chose for him, 2) and he amazingly crafts them up EXACTLY as to what the Senior Masters want from him: extreme fine detailing with MUCH THOUGHT on each part, with MUCH TIME spent on every part, section.  Because this is what Fully-Handmade ZiSha Art should be, and HOW FULLY-HANDMADE ZISHA ART is so different from and light years ahead of the ubiquitous jigger-machined pots and half-handmade pots masquerading under the sales tagline of \"fully-handmade zisha\" pots.\u003c\/strong\u003e  These latter JM\/HHM pots are made in what we call 流水线 a.k.a. 'Factory-Line operation' whereby the main pot body after being jigger-machined or coming off from the mould, is passed to the next worker who fits on the spout, and subsequently this second worker will pass the pot on to another worker who will in turn fit on the handle.  Continuing so, the pressed lid is likewise passed to another worker who fit on the lid knob.  \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEACH WORKER has NO IDEA what the other one is doing,\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e and they are always working on fixed time lines stated by the boss.  For example, the worker being \"passed the baton\" a pot with the spout just fixed onto the body by his colleague, will only focus on fixing on the handle, \u003cstrong\u003ewith nil to little regard to WHETHER THE HANDLE fixed on will be cohesive with the spout.  Each worker has NO idea of HOW THE FINAL POT WILL LOOK LIKE.\u003c\/strong\u003e  Beyond poor craftsmanship and clay, the result of such processes are ugly pots with poor cohesiveness which experienced Artists, Craftsmen and collectors will tell from a metre away.  Experienced people in us, do not need to pick up a pot to check whether it is fully-handmade or made of zisha, we can tell from a metre away just by looking at the pot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e~~~~~~~~~~~~\u003cbr\u003eThe keywords are: Detailing and Cohesiveness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA GOOD Fully-Handmade ZiSha Work combines great detailing and cohesiveness.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e~~~\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 27, 174);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eExplained, https:\/\/www.realzisha.com\/blogs\/news\/actual-zisha-landscape-at-yixing , the Craftsman by selling his hard-worked ZiSha craft at $190-$240, $45-$65 goes to the cost of the craft, inclusive of the fees for the firing for the kiln operator (three times per pot), the packaging boxes, and between $32 to $52 for the clay (Zi Ni Di Cao Qing, Duan Ni and upwards) used per pot.\u003c\/span\u003e   Craftsman takes 3 days (fastest 2.5days) to craft a pot.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 27, 174);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIf he works 30 days a month without a single day of rest (no family time), he will craft 10-12 pots.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eIf he crafts for 25 days (five days of rest a month), his output will be 8-10 pots.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe success rate for Zi Ni (e.g. Di Cao Qing, Lao Zi Ni, Da Shui Tan etc) and Duan Ni (e.g. Jiang Po Ni, Qing Hui Duan, etc) is 70% on average.  Some times the whole batch of 10 may fail.  We have seen our Craftsmen suffer like this very often.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe success rate for Zhu Ni (e.g. Xiao Mei Yao Zhu Ni) pots is 60%, or 70% with most optimism and at the very, very best.  Unfortunately.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eAll of us at RealZiSha of course, hope for one another, professional colleagues and all, that all the pots will survive firing at the kiln successfully.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e[For ZiSha models\/designs that are very challenging and more complicated to craft, the time taken to craft will be longer, and the failure rate will be higher as well.  Zi Sha by its virtue, have the highest shrinkage rate of all ceramic clay.  Zi Ni and Duan Ni thus have that 70% success rate, while Zhu Ni has even higher shrinkage rate and thus even lower success rate (the lowest of all ceramic clay.)]\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOur Craftsmen are wholeheartedly committed to the cause of Fully-Handmade ZiSha Art and their strictness with their craft and dedication earn our respect.  We give a big Thank You all of these Craftsmen, for they are saving what is our common precious tea culture: Tea + Fully-Handmade ZiSha Art and Craft.  Your support is critical to their livelihood and the existence of this craft for all of the tea fraternity.\u003cbr\u003eThank you Friends!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; 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Canada🇨🇦!","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: rgb(0, 48, 120);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e《四方合瓢》\"Si Fang He Piao\"!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260210_121749.jpg?v=1770704664\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cb\u003eDearest Friends, announcing our new Craftsman, Gao Xiang 高翔!!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003eHim b\u003c\/span\u003eeing a very honest friend whom Zhang Huan, Zhu Shu and Yang Ping Ting respect a lot in their clay sculpting trainings several years ago, all of us managed to convince him to join us!\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eAnd yes here he is for all of you friends! \u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eWe are all very happy and over the moon!!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260210_121928.jpg?v=1770704664\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260210_135356.jpg?v=1770704664\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260210_134440.jpg?v=1770704664\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260210_134521.jpg?v=1770704664\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003eGao Xiang, at age of 31 now, has been particularly fond of small Polygonal class works since fifteen years ago when he picked up and trained hard in Fully-Handmaking works!\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eHe receives of course, the nod of quality by Senior Consummate Master Yuan Hui!\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eAll of the Craftsmen now in the group too are very happy that from now on, they can all complement one another!\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eSmall (100-160ml) Polygonal works are his area of focus and forte, and this is his love which he does best in!\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eWe really hope all of you friends and ZiSha aficionados will agree with our team here that his works are amazing in artistic direction, afforded at the most affordable price in the market, and of delicate savoir-faire and workmanship! \u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eVery happy that he will now be here permanently with all of you!\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eA lot of hard work from all of us, and we will continue fighting very hard against all odds, for all of you. \u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eWe love our Fully-Handmaking ZiSha Art and are very grateful and over the moon whenever each piece goes to your homes.\u003cbr\u003ePresenting here, proudly to all of you, by Craftsman Gao Xiang:\u003cbr\u003eHis Si Fang He Piao!\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003ePolygonal, small volume, with the 45-degree 1mm chamfering that Senior Master Yuan Hui approves of and smiles at!\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eNot content, we pass him our Cao Family’s Tai Xi Duan Ni we mined from Huang Long Shan (Tai Xi Quarry\/Mine pit is one of the famous and favourite mine locations at Huang Long Shan), and we high-fire them to manifest this beautiful beige-yellow-light brown colour.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eEven further, how can we not let Gao Xiang finish it with his coloured clay sculpting!\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eWe cheer for Craftsman Gao Xiang and thank him for his years of dedication to ZiSha and his love of delicate Polygonal works!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(18, 2, 156); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eCraftsman Gao Xiang 高翔, presents here, the\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(18, 2, 156); text-decoration: underline;\" class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e《四方合瓢》\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(18, 2, 156); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eSi Fang He Piao, \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(90, 1, 1); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eHigh-fired Tai Xi Duan Ni 台西段泥~高温烧\u003c\/span\u003e, with \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(2, 79, 22); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003ecoloured clay sculpting of the Plum Blossoms 梅花~彩色泥绘!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e~~~~~~~~~~~~~\u003cbr\u003eSavour BOTH of Craftsman's Gao Xiang's Pot Craftsmanship AND COLOURED Clay Sculpting 彩色泥绘!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260210_131741.jpg?v=1770704665\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260210_131808.jpg?v=1770704665\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260210_131817.jpg?v=1770704664\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260210_131850.jpg?v=1770704664\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260210_131948.jpg?v=1770704664\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eClay Sculpting with the applied embellishments, is challenging and raises the likelihood of failure at firing: through cracks at the thin ZiSha clay appliqué, which would be irreparable.  If the clay sculpting comes off, these are irreparable, and the whole pot has to be abandoned.  Zhu Shu needs to craft again.  Generally success rate is one in two.\u003cb\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eColor Clay Sculpting is more difficult and requires higher experience, as the colors pre-firing is different from the colors manifested post-firing, hence the Craftsman must be able to envision the final post-fired effect and color, as she applies fresh ZiSha paste during this Clay Sculpting process!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eHaving the skill of knowing what ZiSha paste to sculpt with is one thing, having the petals and all, having the 3-Dimensional Effect, varying thickness to beautifully bring up the aesthetic appreciation of the Orchids, is another forté which must be mastered together by Craftsman Zhu Shu.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e~~~~~~~~~~\u003cbr\u003e45-degree 1mm-chamfering:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260210_141152.jpg?v=1770704665\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260210_141205.jpg?v=1770704665\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260210_141211.jpg?v=1770704665\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe carefully, deftly and diligently crafted largest possible 3+3+3 holes hand-pushed in filter for amazing great pour from a small-volume 110ml work!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260210_140548.jpg?v=1770704665\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260210_131537.jpg?v=1770704664\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260210_131556.jpg?v=1770704665\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: rgb(0, 48, 120);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eOur Cao Family's Tai Xi Duan Ni, this time high-fired.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260210_130506.jpg?v=1770704664\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260210_130528.jpg?v=1770704664\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260210_131410.jpg?v=1770704664\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260210_130605.jpg?v=1770704664\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: rgb(0, 48, 120);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: rgb(0, 48, 120);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(87, 0, 0); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eZiSha Art is the most amazing carrier medium, housing various aspects of Chinese Cultural Arts!\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eHere in this Si Fang He Piao by Craftsman Gao Xiang,you enjoy the embodiment of\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(23, 0, 113); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e1.  Fully-Handmade ZiSha Art and Craft 紫砂美术与工艺,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(23, 0, 113); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e2.  Painting 绘画,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(23, 0, 113); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e3.  Clay Sculpting 泥绘.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(87, 0, 0); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eHold, Use and Keep relishing the delightful aspects of our Chinese Culture in your daily life, in solitude, in practice, during hospitality to family and friends alike!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(87, 0, 0); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eSavour the journey, dearest Friends :-D\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: rgb(125, 7, 7);\"\u003eWe wish all our dearest friends in you, to enjoy it, use it, savour it and feel the aura of our Chinese YiXing Art!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e~~~~~~~~~~~~\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCraftsman Gao Xiang is NOW proudly one of us and he will be featuring consistently, with Zhang Huan, Zhu Shu, Yang Pin Ting, Gu Xiao Ming, Chen Fa Chu, et al.  \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #b70000;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eCraftsman Gao Xiang's works are highly scrutinised and praised too!by our Senior Masters, and deemed to be ready for you, delectable for your use and a long lasting permanent ZiSha work in your collection.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e~~~\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCherish it as they do not come easy, with the firing kiln enabling only a 60-70% success rate for this detailed Polygonal + coloured Clay embellishment sculpting Art, i.e. fire 3, and two or less will be successful.  This is SPECIALLY crafted for all of you friends at ~110ml to suit the gungfu solo steeping practice!  Still good for steeping for two people at a sitting!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHold one, hold up one, swing his work around.  Carefully examine his Fully-Handmade work.  Look at it from afar, from near, and it will grow on you.  The whole piece grow on you because 1) he takes reference from what the Senior Masters chose for him, 2) and he amazingly crafts them up EXACTLY as to what the Senior Masters want from him: extreme fine detailing with MUCH THOUGHT on each part, with MUCH TIME spent on every part, section.  Because this is what Fully-Handmade ZiSha Art should be, and HOW FULLY-HANDMADE ZISHA ART is so different from and light years ahead of the ubiquitous jigger-machined pots and half-handmade pots masquerading under the sales tagline of \"fully-handmade zisha\" pots.\u003c\/strong\u003e  These latter JM\/HHM pots are made in what we call 流水线 a.k.a. 'Factory-Line operation' whereby the main pot body after being jigger-machined or coming off from the mould, is passed to the next worker who fits on the spout, and subsequently this second worker will pass the pot on to another worker who will in turn fit on the handle.  Continuing so, the pressed lid is likewise passed to another worker who fit on the lid knob.  \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEACH WORKER has NO IDEA what the other one is doing,\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e and they are always working on fixed time lines stated by the boss.  For example, the worker being \"passed the baton\" a pot with the spout just fixed onto the body by his colleague, will only focus on fixing on the handle, \u003cstrong\u003ewith nil to little regard to WHETHER THE HANDLE fixed on will be cohesive with the spout.  Each worker has NO idea of HOW THE FINAL POT WILL LOOK LIKE.\u003c\/strong\u003e  Beyond poor craftsmanship and clay, the result of such processes are ugly pots with poor cohesiveness which experienced Artists, Craftsmen and collectors will tell from a metre away.  Experienced people in us, do not need to pick up a pot to check whether it is fully-handmade or made of zisha, we can tell from a metre away just by looking at the pot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e~~~~~~~~~~~~\u003cbr\u003eThe keywords are: Detailing and Cohesiveness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA GOOD Fully-Handmade ZiSha Work combines great detailing and cohesiveness.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e~~~\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 27, 174);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eExplained, https:\/\/www.realzisha.com\/blogs\/news\/actual-zisha-landscape-at-yixing , the Craftsman by selling his hard-worked ZiSha craft at $190-$240, $45-$65 goes to the cost of the craft, inclusive of the fees for the firing for the kiln operator (three times per pot), the packaging boxes, and between $32 to $52 for the clay (Zi Ni Di Cao Qing, Duan Ni and upwards) used per pot.\u003c\/span\u003e   Craftsman takes 3 days (fastest 2.5days) to craft a pot.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 27, 174);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIf he works 30 days a month without a single day of rest (no family time), he will craft 10-12 pots.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eIf he crafts for 25 days (five days of rest a month), his output will be 8-10 pots.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe success rate for Zi Ni (e.g. Di Cao Qing, Lao Zi Ni, Da Shui Tan etc) and Duan Ni (e.g. Jiang Po Ni, Qing Hui Duan, etc) is 70% on average.  Some times the whole batch of 10 may fail.  We have seen our Craftsmen suffer like this very often.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe success rate for Zhu Ni (e.g. Xiao Mei Yao Zhu Ni) pots is 60%, or 70% with most optimism and at the very, very best.  Unfortunately.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eAll of us at RealZiSha of course, hope for one another, professional colleagues and all, that all the pots will survive firing at the kiln successfully.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e[For ZiSha models\/designs that are very challenging and more complicated to craft, the time taken to craft will be longer, and the failure rate will be higher as well.  Zi Sha by its virtue, have the highest shrinkage rate of all ceramic clay.  Zi Ni and Duan Ni thus have that 70% success rate, while Zhu Ni has even higher shrinkage rate and thus even lower success rate (the lowest of all ceramic clay.)]\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOur Craftsmen are wholeheartedly committed to the cause of Fully-Handmade ZiSha Art and their strictness with their craft and dedication earn our respect.  We give a big Thank You all of these Craftsmen, for they are saving what is our common precious tea culture: Tea + Fully-Handmade ZiSha Art and Craft.  Your support is critical to their livelihood and the existence of this craft for all of the tea fraternity.\u003cbr\u003eThank you Friends!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; 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Belgium🇧🇪!","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: rgb(0, 48, 120);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e《四方合瓢》\"Si Fang He Piao\"!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260212_135355.jpg?v=1770917591\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cb\u003eDearest Friends, announcing our new Craftsman, Gao Xiang 高翔!!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003eHim b\u003c\/span\u003eeing a very honest friend whom Zhang Huan, Zhu Shu and Yang Ping Ting respect a lot in their clay sculpting trainings several years ago, all of us managed to convince him to join us!\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eAnd yes here he is for all of you friends! \u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eWe are all very happy and over the moon!!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260212_135426.jpg?v=1770917591\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260212_134957.jpg?v=1770917591\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260212_135921.jpg?v=1770917592\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260212_135949.jpg?v=1770917591\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003eGao Xiang, at age of 31 now, has been particularly fond of small Polygonal class works since fifteen years ago when he picked up and trained hard in Fully-Handmaking works!\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eHe receives of course, the nod of quality by Senior Consummate Master Yuan Hui!\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eAll of the Craftsmen now in the group too are very happy that from now on, they can all complement one another!\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eSmall (100-160ml) Polygonal works are his area of focus and forte, and this is his love which he does best in!\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eWe really hope all of you friends and ZiSha aficionados will agree with our team here that his works are amazing in artistic direction, afforded at the most affordable price in the market, and of delicate savoir-faire and workmanship! \u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eVery happy that he will now be here permanently with all of you!\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eA lot of hard work from all of us, and we will continue fighting very hard against all odds, for all of you. \u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eWe love our Fully-Handmaking ZiSha Art and are very grateful and over the moon whenever each piece goes to your homes.\u003cbr\u003ePresenting here, proudly to all of you, by Craftsman Gao Xiang:\u003cbr\u003eHis Si Fang He Piao!\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003ePolygonal, small volume, with the 45-degree 1mm chamfering that Senior Master Yuan Hui approves of and smiles at!\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eNot content, we pass him our Cao Family’s Tai Xi Duan Ni we mined from Huang Long Shan (Tai Xi Quarry\/Mine pit is one of the famous and favourite mine locations at Huang Long Shan), and we high-fire them to manifest this beautiful beige-yellow-light brown colour.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eEven further, how can we not let Gao Xiang finish it with his coloured clay sculpting!\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eWe cheer for Craftsman Gao Xiang and thank him for his years of dedication to ZiSha and his love of delicate Polygonal works!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(18, 2, 156); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eCraftsman Gao Xiang 高翔, presents here, the\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(18, 2, 156); text-decoration: underline;\" class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e《四方合瓢》\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(18, 2, 156); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eSi Fang He Piao, \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(90, 1, 1); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eHigh-fired Tai Xi Duan Ni 台西段泥~高温烧\u003c\/span\u003e, with \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(2, 79, 22); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003ecoloured clay sculpting of the Plum Blossoms 梅花~彩色泥绘!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e~~~~~~~~~~~~~\u003cbr\u003eSavour BOTH of Craftsman's Gao Xiang's Pot Craftsmanship AND COLOURED Clay Sculpting 彩色泥绘!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260212_170635.jpg?v=1770917592\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260212_170641.jpg?v=1770917591\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260212_170647.jpg?v=1770917591\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260212_170659.jpg?v=1770917591\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260212_170753.jpg?v=1770917592\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260212_170926.jpg?v=1770917591\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260212_170815.jpg?v=1770917591\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260212_170826.jpg?v=1770917591\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eClay Sculpting with the applied embellishments, is challenging and raises the likelihood of failure at firing: through cracks at the thin ZiSha clay appliqué, which would be irreparable.  If the clay sculpting comes off, these are irreparable, and the whole pot has to be abandoned.  Zhu Shu needs to craft again.  Generally success rate is one in two.\u003cb\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eColor Clay Sculpting is more difficult and requires higher experience, as the colors pre-firing is different from the colors manifested post-firing, hence the Craftsman must be able to envision the final post-fired effect and color, as she applies fresh ZiSha paste during this Clay Sculpting process!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eHaving the skill of knowing what ZiSha paste to sculpt with is one thing, having the petals and all, having the 3-Dimensional Effect, varying thickness to beautifully bring up the aesthetic appreciation of the Orchids, is another forté which must be mastered together by Craftsman Zhu Shu.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e~~~~~~~~~~\u003cbr\u003e45-degree 1mm-chamfering:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260212_174548.jpg?v=1770917591\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260212_174552.jpg?v=1770917590\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260212_174600.jpg?v=1770917591\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003eand also at the lid:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260212_174619.jpg?v=1770917591\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260212_174619.jpg?v=1770917591\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260212_174632.jpg?v=1770917591\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260212_174635.jpg?v=1770917591\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe carefully, deftly and diligently crafted largest possible 3+3+3 holes hand-pushed in filter for amazing great pour from a small-volume 110ml work!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260212_225257.jpg?v=1770917591\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260212_170603.jpg?v=1770917591\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260212_170618.jpg?v=1770917591\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: rgb(0, 48, 120);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eOur Cao Family's Tai Xi Duan Ni, this time high-fired.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260212_170456.jpg?v=1770917591\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260212_170516.jpg?v=1770917591\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260212_170520.jpg?v=1770917590\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260212_170535.jpg?v=1770917591\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: rgb(0, 48, 120);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: rgb(0, 48, 120);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(87, 0, 0); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eZiSha Art is the most amazing carrier medium, housing various aspects of Chinese Cultural Arts!\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eHere in this Si Fang He Piao by Craftsman Gao Xiang,you enjoy the embodiment of\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(23, 0, 113); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e1.  Fully-Handmade ZiSha Art and Craft 紫砂美术与工艺,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(23, 0, 113); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e2.  Painting 绘画,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(23, 0, 113); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e3.  Clay Sculpting 泥绘.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(87, 0, 0); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eHold, Use and Keep relishing the delightful aspects of our Chinese Culture in your daily life, in solitude, in practice, during hospitality to family and friends alike!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(87, 0, 0); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eSavour the journey, dearest Friends :-D\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: rgb(125, 7, 7);\"\u003eWe wish all our dearest friends in you, to enjoy it, use it, savour it and feel the aura of our Chinese YiXing Art!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e~~~~~~~~~~~~\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCraftsman Gao Xiang is NOW proudly one of us and he will be featuring consistently, with Zhang Huan, Zhu Shu, Yang Pin Ting, Gu Xiao Ming, Chen Fa Chu, et al.  \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #b70000;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eCraftsman Gao Xiang's works are highly scrutinised and praised too!by our Senior Masters, and deemed to be ready for you, delectable for your use and a long lasting permanent ZiSha work in your collection.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e~~~\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCherish it as they do not come easy, with the firing kiln enabling only a 60-70% success rate for this detailed Polygonal + coloured Clay embellishment sculpting Art, i.e. fire 3, and two or less will be successful.  This is SPECIALLY crafted for all of you friends at ~110ml to suit the gungfu solo steeping practice!  Still good for steeping for two people at a sitting!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHold one, hold up one, swing his work around.  Carefully examine his Fully-Handmade work.  Look at it from afar, from near, and it will grow on you.  The whole piece grow on you because 1) he takes reference from what the Senior Masters chose for him, 2) and he amazingly crafts them up EXACTLY as to what the Senior Masters want from him: extreme fine detailing with MUCH THOUGHT on each part, with MUCH TIME spent on every part, section.  Because this is what Fully-Handmade ZiSha Art should be, and HOW FULLY-HANDMADE ZISHA ART is so different from and light years ahead of the ubiquitous jigger-machined pots and half-handmade pots masquerading under the sales tagline of \"fully-handmade zisha\" pots.\u003c\/strong\u003e  These latter JM\/HHM pots are made in what we call 流水线 a.k.a. 'Factory-Line operation' whereby the main pot body after being jigger-machined or coming off from the mould, is passed to the next worker who fits on the spout, and subsequently this second worker will pass the pot on to another worker who will in turn fit on the handle.  Continuing so, the pressed lid is likewise passed to another worker who fit on the lid knob.  \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEACH WORKER has NO IDEA what the other one is doing,\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e and they are always working on fixed time lines stated by the boss.  For example, the worker being \"passed the baton\" a pot with the spout just fixed onto the body by his colleague, will only focus on fixing on the handle, \u003cstrong\u003ewith nil to little regard to WHETHER THE HANDLE fixed on will be cohesive with the spout.  Each worker has NO idea of HOW THE FINAL POT WILL LOOK LIKE.\u003c\/strong\u003e  Beyond poor craftsmanship and clay, the result of such processes are ugly pots with poor cohesiveness which experienced Artists, Craftsmen and collectors will tell from a metre away.  Experienced people in us, do not need to pick up a pot to check whether it is fully-handmade or made of zisha, we can tell from a metre away just by looking at the pot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e~~~~~~~~~~~~\u003cbr\u003eThe keywords are: Detailing and Cohesiveness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA GOOD Fully-Handmade ZiSha Work combines great detailing and cohesiveness.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e~~~\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 27, 174);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eExplained, https:\/\/www.realzisha.com\/blogs\/news\/actual-zisha-landscape-at-yixing , the Craftsman by selling his hard-worked ZiSha craft at $190-$240, $45-$65 goes to the cost of the craft, inclusive of the fees for the firing for the kiln operator (three times per pot), the packaging boxes, and between $32 to $52 for the clay (Zi Ni Di Cao Qing, Duan Ni and upwards) used per pot.\u003c\/span\u003e   Craftsman takes 3 days (fastest 2.5days) to craft a pot.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 27, 174);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIf he works 30 days a month without a single day of rest (no family time), he will craft 10-12 pots.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eIf he crafts for 25 days (five days of rest a month), his output will be 8-10 pots.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe success rate for Zi Ni (e.g. Di Cao Qing, Lao Zi Ni, Da Shui Tan etc) and Duan Ni (e.g. Jiang Po Ni, Qing Hui Duan, etc) is 70% on average.  Some times the whole batch of 10 may fail.  We have seen our Craftsmen suffer like this very often.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe success rate for Zhu Ni (e.g. Xiao Mei Yao Zhu Ni) pots is 60%, or 70% with most optimism and at the very, very best.  Unfortunately.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eAll of us at RealZiSha of course, hope for one another, professional colleagues and all, that all the pots will survive firing at the kiln successfully.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e[For ZiSha models\/designs that are very challenging and more complicated to craft, the time taken to craft will be longer, and the failure rate will be higher as well.  Zi Sha by its virtue, have the highest shrinkage rate of all ceramic clay.  Zi Ni and Duan Ni thus have that 70% success rate, while Zhu Ni has even higher shrinkage rate and thus even lower success rate (the lowest of all ceramic clay.)]\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOur Craftsmen are wholeheartedly committed to the cause of Fully-Handmade ZiSha Art and their strictness with their craft and dedication earn our respect.  We give a big Thank You all of these Craftsmen, for they are saving what is our common precious tea culture: Tea + Fully-Handmade ZiSha Art and Craft.  Your support is critical to their livelihood and the existence of this craft for all of the tea fraternity.\u003cbr\u003eThank you Friends!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"realzisha.com","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46240262062230,"sku":null,"price":412.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260212_135355.jpg?v=1770917591"},{"product_id":"四方合瓢-si-fang-he-piao-106-5ml-tai-xi-duan-ni-gao-wen-high-fired-台西段泥-高温烧-with-colour-clay-sculpting-art-泥绘-by-craftsman-gao-xiang-高翔","title":"《四方合瓢》\"Si Fang He Piao\", 106.5ml, *Tai Xi Duan Ni ~ Gao Wen (high-fired) 台西段泥~高温烧 with Colour Clay Sculpting Art 泥绘, by Craftsman Gao Xiang 高翔!~ Congratulations!to Mr P.E.! 2315hrs 12th Feb 2026, East Lawrencetown! NS Canada🇨🇦!","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: rgb(0, 48, 120);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e《四方合瓢》\"Si Fang He Piao\"!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260212_184037.jpg?v=1770923337\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cb\u003eDearest Friends, announcing our new Craftsman, Gao Xiang 高翔!!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003eHim b\u003c\/span\u003eeing a very honest friend whom Zhang Huan, Zhu Shu and Yang Ping Ting respect a lot in their clay sculpting trainings several years ago, all of us managed to convince him to join us!\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eAnd yes here he is for all of you friends! \u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eWe are all very happy and over the moon!!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260212_184104.jpg?v=1770951186\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260212_184921.jpg?v=1770951186\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260212_184948.jpg?v=1770951186\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003eGao Xiang, at age of 31 now, has been particularly fond of small Polygonal class works since fifteen years ago when he picked up and trained hard in Fully-Handmaking works!\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eHe receives of course, the nod of quality by Senior Consummate Master Yuan Hui!\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eAll of the Craftsmen now in the group too are very happy that from now on, they can all complement one another!\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eSmall (100-160ml) Polygonal works are his area of focus and forte, and this is his love which he does best in!\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eWe really hope all of you friends and ZiSha aficionados will agree with our team here that his works are amazing in artistic direction, afforded at the most affordable price in the market, and of delicate savoir-faire and workmanship! \u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eVery happy that he will now be here permanently with all of you!\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eA lot of hard work from all of us, and we will continue fighting very hard against all odds, for all of you. \u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eWe love our Fully-Handmaking ZiSha Art and are very grateful and over the moon whenever each piece goes to your homes.\u003cbr\u003ePresenting here, proudly to all of you, by Craftsman Gao Xiang:\u003cbr\u003eHis Si Fang He Piao!\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003ePolygonal, small volume, with the 45-degree 1mm chamfering that Senior Master Yuan Hui approves of and smiles at!\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eNot content, we pass him our Cao Family’s Tai Xi Duan Ni we mined from Huang Long Shan (Tai Xi Quarry\/Mine pit is one of the famous and favourite mine locations at Huang Long Shan), and we high-fire them to manifest this beautiful beige-yellow-light brown colour.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eEven further, how can we not let Gao Xiang finish it with his coloured clay sculpting!\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eWe cheer for Craftsman Gao Xiang and thank him for his years of dedication to ZiSha and his love of delicate Polygonal works!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(18, 2, 156); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eCraftsman Gao Xiang 高翔, presents here, the\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(18, 2, 156); text-decoration: underline;\" class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e《四方合瓢》\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(18, 2, 156); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eSi Fang He Piao, \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(90, 1, 1); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eHigh-fired Tai Xi Duan Ni 台西段泥~高温烧\u003c\/span\u003e, with \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(2, 79, 22); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003ecoloured clay sculpting of the Plum Blossoms 梅花~彩色泥绘!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e~~~~~~~~~~~~~\u003cbr\u003eSavour BOTH of Craftsman's Gao Xiang's Pot Craftsmanship AND COLOURED Clay Sculpting 彩色泥绘!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260213_091720.jpg?v=1770951186\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260213_091743.jpg?v=1770951186\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260213_091730.jpg?v=1770951186\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260213_091749.jpg?v=1770951186\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260213_091844.jpg?v=1770951186\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eClay Sculpting with the applied embellishments, is challenging and raises the likelihood of failure at firing: through cracks at the thin ZiSha clay appliqué, which would be irreparable.  If the clay sculpting comes off, these are irreparable, and the whole pot has to be abandoned.  Zhu Shu needs to craft again.  Generally success rate is one in two.\u003cb\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eColor Clay Sculpting is more difficult and requires higher experience, as the colors pre-firing is different from the colors manifested post-firing, hence the Craftsman must be able to envision the final post-fired effect and color, as she applies fresh ZiSha paste during this Clay Sculpting process!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eHaving the skill of knowing what ZiSha paste to sculpt with is one thing, having the petals and all, having the 3-Dimensional Effect, varying thickness to beautifully bring up the aesthetic appreciation of the Orchids, is another forté which must be mastered together by Craftsman Zhu Shu.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e~~~~~~~~~~\u003cbr\u003e45-degree 1mm-chamfering:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260210_141205.jpg?v=1770704665\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260210_141211.jpg?v=1770704665\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe carefully, deftly and diligently crafted largest possible 3+3+3 holes hand-pushed in filter for amazing great pour from a small-volume 110ml work!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260212_225849.jpg?v=1770951186\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260212_184434.jpg?v=1770951186\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260212_184438.jpg?v=1770951186\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: rgb(0, 48, 120);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eOur Cao Family's Tai Xi Duan Ni, this time high-fired.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260212_184353.jpg?v=1770951186\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260212_184402.jpg?v=1770951186\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260212_184407.jpg?v=1770951186\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260212_184412.jpg?v=1770951186\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: rgb(0, 48, 120);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: rgb(0, 48, 120);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(87, 0, 0); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eZiSha Art is the most amazing carrier medium, housing various aspects of Chinese Cultural Arts!\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eHere in this Si Fang He Piao by Craftsman Gao Xiang,you enjoy the embodiment of\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(23, 0, 113); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e1.  Fully-Handmade ZiSha Art and Craft 紫砂美术与工艺,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(23, 0, 113); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e2.  Painting 绘画,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(23, 0, 113); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e3.  Clay Sculpting 泥绘.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(87, 0, 0); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eHold, Use and Keep relishing the delightful aspects of our Chinese Culture in your daily life, in solitude, in practice, during hospitality to family and friends alike!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(87, 0, 0); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eSavour the journey, dearest Friends :-D\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: rgb(125, 7, 7);\"\u003eWe wish all our dearest friends in you, to enjoy it, use it, savour it and feel the aura of our Chinese YiXing Art!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e~~~~~~~~~~~~\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCraftsman Gao Xiang is NOW proudly one of us and he will be featuring consistently, with Zhang Huan, Zhu Shu, Yang Pin Ting, Gu Xiao Ming, Chen Fa Chu, et al.  \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #b70000;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eCraftsman Gao Xiang's works are highly scrutinised and praised too!by our Senior Masters, and deemed to be ready for you, delectable for your use and a long lasting permanent ZiSha work in your collection.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e~~~\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCherish it as they do not come easy, with the firing kiln enabling only a 60-70% success rate for this detailed Polygonal + coloured Clay embellishment sculpting Art, i.e. fire 3, and two or less will be successful.  This is SPECIALLY crafted for all of you friends at ~110ml to suit the gungfu solo steeping practice!  Still good for steeping for two people at a sitting!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHold one, hold up one, swing his work around.  Carefully examine his Fully-Handmade work.  Look at it from afar, from near, and it will grow on you.  The whole piece grow on you because 1) he takes reference from what the Senior Masters chose for him, 2) and he amazingly crafts them up EXACTLY as to what the Senior Masters want from him: extreme fine detailing with MUCH THOUGHT on each part, with MUCH TIME spent on every part, section.  Because this is what Fully-Handmade ZiSha Art should be, and HOW FULLY-HANDMADE ZISHA ART is so different from and light years ahead of the ubiquitous jigger-machined pots and half-handmade pots masquerading under the sales tagline of \"fully-handmade zisha\" pots.\u003c\/strong\u003e  These latter JM\/HHM pots are made in what we call 流水线 a.k.a. 'Factory-Line operation' whereby the main pot body after being jigger-machined or coming off from the mould, is passed to the next worker who fits on the spout, and subsequently this second worker will pass the pot on to another worker who will in turn fit on the handle.  Continuing so, the pressed lid is likewise passed to another worker who fit on the lid knob.  \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEACH WORKER has NO IDEA what the other one is doing,\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e and they are always working on fixed time lines stated by the boss.  For example, the worker being \"passed the baton\" a pot with the spout just fixed onto the body by his colleague, will only focus on fixing on the handle, \u003cstrong\u003ewith nil to little regard to WHETHER THE HANDLE fixed on will be cohesive with the spout.  Each worker has NO idea of HOW THE FINAL POT WILL LOOK LIKE.\u003c\/strong\u003e  Beyond poor craftsmanship and clay, the result of such processes are ugly pots with poor cohesiveness which experienced Artists, Craftsmen and collectors will tell from a metre away.  Experienced people in us, do not need to pick up a pot to check whether it is fully-handmade or made of zisha, we can tell from a metre away just by looking at the pot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e~~~~~~~~~~~~\u003cbr\u003eThe keywords are: Detailing and Cohesiveness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA GOOD Fully-Handmade ZiSha Work combines great detailing and cohesiveness.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e~~~\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 27, 174);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eExplained, https:\/\/www.realzisha.com\/blogs\/news\/actual-zisha-landscape-at-yixing , the Craftsman by selling his hard-worked ZiSha craft at $190-$240, $45-$65 goes to the cost of the craft, inclusive of the fees for the firing for the kiln operator (three times per pot), the packaging boxes, and between $32 to $52 for the clay (Zi Ni Di Cao Qing, Duan Ni and upwards) used per pot.\u003c\/span\u003e   Craftsman takes 3 days (fastest 2.5days) to craft a pot.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 27, 174);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIf he works 30 days a month without a single day of rest (no family time), he will craft 10-12 pots.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eIf he crafts for 25 days (five days of rest a month), his output will be 8-10 pots.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe success rate for Zi Ni (e.g. Di Cao Qing, Lao Zi Ni, Da Shui Tan etc) and Duan Ni (e.g. Jiang Po Ni, Qing Hui Duan, etc) is 70% on average.  Some times the whole batch of 10 may fail.  We have seen our Craftsmen suffer like this very often.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe success rate for Zhu Ni (e.g. Xiao Mei Yao Zhu Ni) pots is 60%, or 70% with most optimism and at the very, very best.  Unfortunately.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eAll of us at RealZiSha of course, hope for one another, professional colleagues and all, that all the pots will survive firing at the kiln successfully.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e[For ZiSha models\/designs that are very challenging and more complicated to craft, the time taken to craft will be longer, and the failure rate will be higher as well.  Zi Sha by its virtue, have the highest shrinkage rate of all ceramic clay.  Zi Ni and Duan Ni thus have that 70% success rate, while Zhu Ni has even higher shrinkage rate and thus even lower success rate (the lowest of all ceramic clay.)]\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOur Craftsmen are wholeheartedly committed to the cause of Fully-Handmade ZiSha Art and their strictness with their craft and dedication earn our respect.  We give a big Thank You all of these Craftsmen, for they are saving what is our common precious tea culture: Tea + Fully-Handmade ZiSha Art and Craft.  Your support is critical to their livelihood and the existence of this craft for all of the tea fraternity.\u003cbr\u003eThank you Friends!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; 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CA!","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: rgb(0, 48, 120);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e《四方宝鼎》\"Si Fang Bao Ding ~ Four-Sided Crown Jewel\"!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260213_143944.jpg?v=1770990725\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cb\u003eDearest Friends, announcing our new Craftsman, Gao Xiang 高翔!!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003eHim b\u003c\/span\u003eeing a very honest friend whom Zhang Huan, Zhu Shu and Yang Ping Ting respect a lot in their clay sculpting trainings several years ago, all of us managed to convince him to join us!\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eAnd yes here he is for all of you friends! \u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eWe are all very happy and over the moon!!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260213_144631.jpg?v=1770988611\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260213_144743.jpg?v=1770990725\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260213_165249.jpg?v=1770990725\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003eGao Xiang, at age of 31 now, has been particularly fond of small Polygonal class works since fifteen years ago when he picked up and trained hard in Fully-Handmaking works!\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eHe receives of course, the nod of quality by Senior Consummate Master Yuan Hui!\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eAll of the Craftsmen now in the group too are very happy that from now on, they can all complement one another!\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eSmall (100-160ml) Polygonal works are his area of focus and forte, and this is his love which he does best in!\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eWe really hope all of you friends and ZiSha aficionados will agree with our team here that his works are amazing in artistic direction, afforded at the most affordable price in the market, and of delicate savoir-faire and workmanship! \u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eVery happy that he will now be here permanently with all of you!\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eA lot of hard work from all of us, and we will continue fighting very hard against all odds, for all of you. \u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eWe love our Fully-Handmade ZiSha Art and are very grateful and over the moon whenever each piece goes to your homes.\u003cbr\u003ePresenting here, proudly to all of you, by Craftsman Gao Xiang:\u003cbr\u003eHis Si Fang Bao Ding!\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003ePolygonal, small volume, with the 45-degree 1mm chamfering that Senior Master Yuan Hui approves of and smiles at!\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eNot content, we pass him our Cao Family’s Tai Xi Duan Ni we mined from Huang Long Shan (Tai Xi Quarry\/Mine pit is one of the famous and favourite mine locations at Huang Long Shan), and we high-fire them to manifest this beautiful beige-yellow-light brown colour.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eEven further, how can we not let Gao Xiang finish it with his coloured clay sculpting!\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eWe cheer for Craftsman Gao Xiang and thank him for his years of dedication to ZiSha and his love of delicate Polygonal works!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(18, 2, 156); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eCraftsman Gao Xiang 高翔, presents here, the\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(18, 2, 156); text-decoration: underline;\" class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e《四方宝鼎》\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(18, 2, 156); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eSi Fang Bao Ding, \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(90, 1, 1); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eHigh-fired Tai Xi Duan Ni 台西段泥~高温烧\u003c\/span\u003e, with \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(2, 79, 22); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003ecoloured clay sculpting of the Plum Blossoms 梅花~彩色泥绘!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e~~~~~~~~~~~~~\u003cbr\u003eSavour BOTH of Craftsman's Gao Xiang's Pot Craftsmanship AND COLOURED Clay Sculpting 彩色泥绘!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260213_165115.jpg?v=1770990725\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260213_165130.jpg?v=1770990725\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260213_165154.jpg?v=1770990725\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260213_165221.jpg?v=1770990725\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260213_165227.jpg?v=1770990725\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eClay Sculpting with the applied embellishments, is challenging and raises the likelihood of failure at firing: through cracks at the thin ZiSha clay appliqué, which would be irreparable.  If the clay sculpting comes off, these are irreparable, and the whole pot has to be abandoned.  Zhu Shu needs to craft again.  Generally success rate is one in two.\u003cb\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eColor Clay Sculpting is more difficult and requires higher experience, as the colors pre-firing is different from the colors manifested post-firing, hence the Craftsman must be able to envision the final post-fired effect and color, as she applies fresh ZiSha paste during this Clay Sculpting process!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eHaving the skill of knowing what ZiSha paste to sculpt with is one thing, having the petals and all, having the 3-Dimensional Effect, varying thickness to beautifully bring up the aesthetic appreciation of the Orchids, is another forté which must be mastered together by Craftsman Zhu Shu.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e~~~~~~~~~~\u003cbr\u003e45-degree 1mm-chamfering, A) At Edge of Top Opening, and B) All around the Lid:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260213_165725.jpg?v=1770990725\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260213_165746.jpg?v=1770990725\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260213_165757.jpg?v=1770990725\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260213_165836.jpg?v=1770990725\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260213_165842.jpg?v=1770990725\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260213_165844.jpg?v=1770990725\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260213_165853.jpg?v=1770990725\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260213_165859.jpg?v=1770990725\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe carefully, deftly and diligently crafted largest possible 3+3+3 holes hand-pushed in filter for amazing great pour from a small-volume ~165ml work!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260213_203840.jpg?v=1770990725\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260213_165056.jpg?v=1770990725\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260213_165103.jpg?v=1770990725\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: rgb(0, 48, 120);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eOur Cao Family's Tai Xi Duan Ni, this time high-fired.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260213_165003.jpg?v=1770990725\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260213_165006.jpg?v=1770990725\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260213_165012.jpg?v=1770990725\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003eShrinkage of ZiSha:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260213_165041.jpg?v=1770990725\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: rgb(0, 48, 120);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: rgb(0, 48, 120);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(87, 0, 0); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eZiSha Art is the most amazing carrier medium, housing various aspects of Chinese Cultural Arts!\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eHere in this Si Fang He Piao by Craftsman Gao Xiang,you enjoy the embodiment of\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(23, 0, 113); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e1.  Fully-Handmade ZiSha Art and Craft 紫砂美术与工艺,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(23, 0, 113); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e2.  Painting 绘画,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(23, 0, 113); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e3.  Clay Sculpting 泥绘.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(87, 0, 0); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eHold, Use and Keep relishing the delightful aspects of our Chinese Culture in your daily life, in solitude, in practice, during hospitality to family and friends alike!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(87, 0, 0); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eSavour the journey, dearest Friends :-D\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: rgb(125, 7, 7);\"\u003eWe wish all our dearest friends in you, to enjoy it, use it, savour it and feel the aura of our Chinese YiXing Art!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e~~~~~~~~~~~~\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCraftsman Gao Xiang is NOW proudly one of us and he will be featuring consistently, with Zhang Huan, Zhu Shu, Yang Pin Ting, Gu Xiao Ming, Chen Fa Chu, et al.  \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #b70000;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eCraftsman Gao Xiang's works are highly scrutinised and praised too!by our Senior Masters, and deemed to be ready for you, delectable for your use and a long lasting permanent ZiSha work in your collection.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e~~~\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCherish it as they do not come easy, with the firing kiln enabling only a 60-70% success rate for this detailed Polygonal + coloured Clay embellishment sculpting Art, i.e. fire 3, and two or less will be successful.  This is SPECIALLY crafted for all of you friends at ~110ml to suit the gungfu solo steeping practice!  Still good for steeping for two people at a sitting!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHold one, hold up one, swing his work around.  Carefully examine his Fully-Handmade work.  Look at it from afar, from near, and it will grow on you.  The whole piece grow on you because 1) he takes reference from what the Senior Masters chose for him, 2) and he amazingly crafts them up EXACTLY as to what the Senior Masters want from him: extreme fine detailing with MUCH THOUGHT on each part, with MUCH TIME spent on every part, section.  Because this is what Fully-Handmade ZiSha Art should be, and HOW FULLY-HANDMADE ZISHA ART is so different from and light years ahead of the ubiquitous jigger-machined pots and half-handmade pots masquerading under the sales tagline of \"fully-handmade zisha\" pots.\u003c\/strong\u003e  These latter JM\/HHM pots are made in what we call 流水线 a.k.a. 'Factory-Line operation' whereby the main pot body after being jigger-machined or coming off from the mould, is passed to the next worker who fits on the spout, and subsequently this second worker will pass the pot on to another worker who will in turn fit on the handle.  Continuing so, the pressed lid is likewise passed to another worker who fit on the lid knob.  \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEACH WORKER has NO IDEA what the other one is doing,\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e and they are always working on fixed time lines stated by the boss.  For example, the worker being \"passed the baton\" a pot with the spout just fixed onto the body by his colleague, will only focus on fixing on the handle, \u003cstrong\u003ewith nil to little regard to WHETHER THE HANDLE fixed on will be cohesive with the spout.  Each worker has NO idea of HOW THE FINAL POT WILL LOOK LIKE.\u003c\/strong\u003e  Beyond poor craftsmanship and clay, the result of such processes are ugly pots with poor cohesiveness which experienced Artists, Craftsmen and collectors will tell from a metre away.  Experienced people in us, do not need to pick up a pot to check whether it is fully-handmade or made of zisha, we can tell from a metre away just by looking at the pot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e~~~~~~~~~~~~\u003cbr\u003eThe keywords are: Detailing and Cohesiveness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA GOOD Fully-Handmade ZiSha Work combines great detailing and cohesiveness.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e~~~\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 27, 174);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eExplained, https:\/\/www.realzisha.com\/blogs\/news\/actual-zisha-landscape-at-yixing , the Craftsman by selling his hard-worked ZiSha craft at $190-$240, $45-$65 goes to the cost of the craft, inclusive of the fees for the firing for the kiln operator (three times per pot), the packaging boxes, and between $32 to $52 for the clay (Zi Ni Di Cao Qing, Duan Ni and upwards) used per pot.\u003c\/span\u003e   Craftsman takes 3 days (fastest 2.5days) to craft a pot.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 27, 174);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIf he works 30 days a month without a single day of rest (no family time), he will craft 10-12 pots.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eIf he crafts for 25 days (five days of rest a month), his output will be 8-10 pots.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe success rate for Zi Ni (e.g. Di Cao Qing, Lao Zi Ni, Da Shui Tan etc) and Duan Ni (e.g. Jiang Po Ni, Qing Hui Duan, etc) is 70% on average.  Some times the whole batch of 10 may fail.  We have seen our Craftsmen suffer like this very often.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe success rate for Zhu Ni (e.g. Xiao Mei Yao Zhu Ni) pots is 60%, or 70% with most optimism and at the very, very best.  Unfortunately.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eAll of us at RealZiSha of course, hope for one another, professional colleagues and all, that all the pots will survive firing at the kiln successfully.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e[For ZiSha models\/designs that are very challenging and more complicated to craft, the time taken to craft will be longer, and the failure rate will be higher as well.  Zi Sha by its virtue, have the highest shrinkage rate of all ceramic clay.  Zi Ni and Duan Ni thus have that 70% success rate, while Zhu Ni has even higher shrinkage rate and thus even lower success rate (the lowest of all ceramic clay.)]\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOur Craftsmen are wholeheartedly committed to the cause of Fully-Handmade ZiSha Art and their strictness with their craft and dedication earn our respect.  We give a big Thank You all of these Craftsmen, for they are saving what is our common precious tea culture: Tea + Fully-Handmade ZiSha Art and Craft.  Your support is critical to their livelihood and the existence of this craft for all of the tea fraternity.\u003cbr\u003eThank you Friends!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"realzisha.com","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46243700211862,"sku":null,"price":423.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260213_144631.jpg?v=1770988611"},{"product_id":"四方宝鼎-si-fang-bao-ding-four-sided-crown-jewel-167-6ml-tai-xi-duan-ni-gao-wen-high-fired-台西段泥-高温烧-with-colour-clay-snow-bamboo-bird-sculpting-art-泥绘-by-craftsman-gao-xiang-高翔","title":"《四方宝鼎》\"Si Fang Bao Ding ~ Four-Sided Crown Jewel\", 167.6ml, *Tai Xi Duan Ni ~ Gao Wen (high-fired) 台西段泥~高温烧 with Colour Clay (Snow, Bamboo, Bird) Sculpting Art 泥绘, by Craftsman Gao Xiang 高翔!","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: rgb(0, 48, 120);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e《四方宝鼎》\"Si Fang Bao Ding ~ Four-Sided Crown Jewel\"!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260213_150819.jpg?v=1771027100\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cb\u003eDearest Friends, announcing our new Craftsman, Gao Xiang 高翔!!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003eHim b\u003c\/span\u003eeing a very honest friend whom Zhang Huan, Zhu Shu and Yang Ping Ting respect a lot in their clay sculpting trainings several years ago, all of us managed to convince him to join us!\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eAnd yes here he is for all of you friends! \u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eWe are all very happy and over the moon!!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260213_151202.jpg?v=1771027100\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260213_151246.jpg?v=1771027101\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260213_171812.jpg?v=1771027100\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003eGao Xiang, at age of 31 now, has been particularly fond of small Polygonal class works since fifteen years ago when he picked up and trained hard in Fully-Handmaking works!\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eHe receives of course, the nod of quality by Senior Consummate Master Yuan Hui!\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eAll of the Craftsmen now in the group too are very happy that from now on, they can all complement one another!\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eSmall (100-160ml) Polygonal works are his area of focus and forte, and this is his love which he does best in!\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eWe really hope all of you friends and ZiSha aficionados will agree with our team here that his works are amazing in artistic direction, afforded at the most affordable price in the market, and of delicate savoir-faire and workmanship! \u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eVery happy that he will now be here permanently with all of you!\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eA lot of hard work from all of us, and we will continue fighting very hard against all odds, for all of you. \u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eWe love our Fully-Handmade ZiSha Art and are very grateful and over the moon whenever each piece goes to your homes.\u003cbr\u003ePresenting here, proudly to all of you, by Craftsman Gao Xiang:\u003cbr\u003eHis Si Fang Bao Ding!\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003ePolygonal, small volume, with the 45-degree 1mm chamfering that Senior Master Yuan Hui approves of and smiles at!\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eNot content, we pass him our Cao Family’s Tai Xi Duan Ni we mined from Huang Long Shan (Tai Xi Quarry\/Mine pit is one of the famous and favourite mine locations at Huang Long Shan), and we high-fire them to manifest this beautiful beige-yellow-light brown colour.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eEven further, how can we not let Gao Xiang finish it with his coloured clay sculpting!\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eWe cheer for Craftsman Gao Xiang and thank him for his years of dedication to ZiSha and his love of delicate Polygonal works!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(18, 2, 156); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eCraftsman Gao Xiang 高翔, presents here, the\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(18, 2, 156); text-decoration: underline;\" class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e《四方宝鼎》\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(18, 2, 156); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eSi Fang Bao Ding, \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(90, 1, 1); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eHigh-fired Tai Xi Duan Ni 台西段泥~高温烧\u003c\/span\u003e, with \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(2, 79, 22); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003ecoloured clay sculpting of the Plum Blossoms 梅花~彩色泥绘!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e~~~~~~~~~~~~~\u003cbr\u003eSavour BOTH of Craftsman's Gao Xiang's Pot Craftsmanship AND COLOURED Clay Sculpting 彩色泥绘!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260213_171656.jpg?v=1771027100\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260213_171713.jpg?v=1771027100\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260213_171729.jpg?v=1771027100\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260213_171835.jpg?v=1771027101\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260213_171749.jpg?v=1771027100\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260213_171801.jpg?v=1771027100\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260213_171807.jpg?v=1771027100\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260213_171835.jpg?v=1771027101\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260213_171842.jpg?v=1771027100\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260213_171906.jpg?v=1771027101\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260213_171916.jpg?v=1771027101\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eClay Sculpting with the applied embellishments, is challenging and raises the likelihood of failure at firing: through cracks at the thin ZiSha clay appliqué, which would be irreparable.  If the clay sculpting comes off, these are irreparable, and the whole pot has to be abandoned.  Zhu Shu needs to craft again.  Generally success rate is one in two.\u003cb\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eColor Clay Sculpting is more difficult and requires higher experience, as the colors pre-firing is different from the colors manifested post-firing, hence the Craftsman must be able to envision the final post-fired effect and color, as she applies fresh ZiSha paste during this Clay Sculpting process!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eHaving the skill of knowing what ZiSha paste to sculpt with is one thing, having the petals and all, having the 3-Dimensional Effect, varying thickness to beautifully bring up the aesthetic appreciation of the Orchids, is another forté which must be mastered together by Craftsman Zhu Shu.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e~~~~~~~~~~\u003cbr\u003e45-degree 1mm-chamfering, A) At Edge of Top Opening, and B) All around the Lid:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260213_171945.jpg?v=1771027101\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260213_171957.jpg?v=1771027100\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260213_172004.jpg?v=1771027100\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260213_172036.jpg?v=1771027101\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260213_172053.jpg?v=1771027100\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260213_172055.jpg?v=1771027101\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260213_172121.jpg?v=1771027101\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260213_172123.jpg?v=1771027100\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe carefully, deftly and diligently crafted largest possible 3+3+3 holes hand-pushed in filter for amazing great pour from a small-volume ~165ml work!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260214_074542.jpg?v=1771027101\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260213_171630.jpg?v=1771027101\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260213_171639.jpg?v=1771027100\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: rgb(0, 48, 120);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eOur Cao Family's Tai Xi Duan Ni, this time high-fired.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260213_171531.jpg?v=1771027100\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260213_171542.jpg?v=1771027100\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260213_171548.jpg?v=1771027101\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003eShrinkage of ZiSha:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260213_171612.jpg?v=1771027101\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: rgb(0, 48, 120);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: rgb(0, 48, 120);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(87, 0, 0); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eZiSha Art is the most amazing carrier medium, housing various aspects of Chinese Cultural Arts!\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eHere in this Si Fang He Piao by Craftsman Gao Xiang,you enjoy the embodiment of\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(23, 0, 113); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e1.  Fully-Handmade ZiSha Art and Craft 紫砂美术与工艺,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(23, 0, 113); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e2.  Painting 绘画,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(23, 0, 113); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e3.  Clay Sculpting 泥绘.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(87, 0, 0); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eHold, Use and Keep relishing the delightful aspects of our Chinese Culture in your daily life, in solitude, in practice, during hospitality to family and friends alike!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(87, 0, 0); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eSavour the journey, dearest Friends :-D\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: rgb(125, 7, 7);\"\u003eWe wish all our dearest friends in you, to enjoy it, use it, savour it and feel the aura of our Chinese YiXing Art!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e~~~~~~~~~~~~\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCraftsman Gao Xiang is NOW proudly one of us and he will be featuring consistently, with Zhang Huan, Zhu Shu, Yang Pin Ting, Gu Xiao Ming, Chen Fa Chu, et al.  \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #b70000;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eCraftsman Gao Xiang's works are highly scrutinised and praised too!by our Senior Masters, and deemed to be ready for you, delectable for your use and a long lasting permanent ZiSha work in your collection.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e~~~\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCherish it as they do not come easy, with the firing kiln enabling only a 60-70% success rate for this detailed Polygonal + coloured Clay embellishment sculpting Art, i.e. fire 3, and two or less will be successful.  This is SPECIALLY crafted for all of you friends at ~110ml to suit the gungfu solo steeping practice!  Still good for steeping for two people at a sitting!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHold one, hold up one, swing his work around.  Carefully examine his Fully-Handmade work.  Look at it from afar, from near, and it will grow on you.  The whole piece grow on you because 1) he takes reference from what the Senior Masters chose for him, 2) and he amazingly crafts them up EXACTLY as to what the Senior Masters want from him: extreme fine detailing with MUCH THOUGHT on each part, with MUCH TIME spent on every part, section.  Because this is what Fully-Handmade ZiSha Art should be, and HOW FULLY-HANDMADE ZISHA ART is so different from and light years ahead of the ubiquitous jigger-machined pots and half-handmade pots masquerading under the sales tagline of \"fully-handmade zisha\" pots.\u003c\/strong\u003e  These latter JM\/HHM pots are made in what we call 流水线 a.k.a. 'Factory-Line operation' whereby the main pot body after being jigger-machined or coming off from the mould, is passed to the next worker who fits on the spout, and subsequently this second worker will pass the pot on to another worker who will in turn fit on the handle.  Continuing so, the pressed lid is likewise passed to another worker who fit on the lid knob.  \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEACH WORKER has NO IDEA what the other one is doing,\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e and they are always working on fixed time lines stated by the boss.  For example, the worker being \"passed the baton\" a pot with the spout just fixed onto the body by his colleague, will only focus on fixing on the handle, \u003cstrong\u003ewith nil to little regard to WHETHER THE HANDLE fixed on will be cohesive with the spout.  Each worker has NO idea of HOW THE FINAL POT WILL LOOK LIKE.\u003c\/strong\u003e  Beyond poor craftsmanship and clay, the result of such processes are ugly pots with poor cohesiveness which experienced Artists, Craftsmen and collectors will tell from a metre away.  Experienced people in us, do not need to pick up a pot to check whether it is fully-handmade or made of zisha, we can tell from a metre away just by looking at the pot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e~~~~~~~~~~~~\u003cbr\u003eThe keywords are: Detailing and Cohesiveness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA GOOD Fully-Handmade ZiSha Work combines great detailing and cohesiveness.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e~~~\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 27, 174);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eExplained, https:\/\/www.realzisha.com\/blogs\/news\/actual-zisha-landscape-at-yixing , the Craftsman by selling his hard-worked ZiSha craft at $190-$240, $45-$65 goes to the cost of the craft, inclusive of the fees for the firing for the kiln operator (three times per pot), the packaging boxes, and between $32 to $52 for the clay (Zi Ni Di Cao Qing, Duan Ni and upwards) used per pot.\u003c\/span\u003e   Craftsman takes 3 days (fastest 2.5days) to craft a pot.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 27, 174);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIf he works 30 days a month without a single day of rest (no family time), he will craft 10-12 pots.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eIf he crafts for 25 days (five days of rest a month), his output will be 8-10 pots.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe success rate for Zi Ni (e.g. Di Cao Qing, Lao Zi Ni, Da Shui Tan etc) and Duan Ni (e.g. Jiang Po Ni, Qing Hui Duan, etc) is 70% on average.  Some times the whole batch of 10 may fail.  We have seen our Craftsmen suffer like this very often.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe success rate for Zhu Ni (e.g. Xiao Mei Yao Zhu Ni) pots is 60%, or 70% with most optimism and at the very, very best.  Unfortunately.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eAll of us at RealZiSha of course, hope for one another, professional colleagues and all, that all the pots will survive firing at the kiln successfully.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e[For ZiSha models\/designs that are very challenging and more complicated to craft, the time taken to craft will be longer, and the failure rate will be higher as well.  Zi Sha by its virtue, have the highest shrinkage rate of all ceramic clay.  Zi Ni and Duan Ni thus have that 70% success rate, while Zhu Ni has even higher shrinkage rate and thus even lower success rate (the lowest of all ceramic clay.)]\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOur Craftsmen are wholeheartedly committed to the cause of Fully-Handmade ZiSha Art and their strictness with their craft and dedication earn our respect.  We give a big Thank You all of these Craftsmen, for they are saving what is our common precious tea culture: Tea + Fully-Handmade ZiSha Art and Craft.  Your support is critical to their livelihood and the existence of this craft for all of the tea fraternity.\u003cbr\u003eThank you Friends!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"realzisha.com","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46244278861974,"sku":null,"price":423.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260213_151202.jpg?v=1771027100"},{"product_id":"四方宝鼎-si-fang-bao-ding-four-sided-crown-jewel-166-8ml-tai-xi-duan-ni-gao-wen-high-fired-台西段泥-高温烧-with-colour-clay-snow-bamboo-bird-sculpting-art-泥绘-by-craftsman-gao-xiang-高翔","title":"《四方宝鼎》\"Si Fang Bao Ding ~ Four-Sided Crown Jewel\", 166.8ml, *Tai Xi Duan Ni ~ Gao Wen (high-fired) 台西段泥~高温烧 with Colour Clay (Snow, Bamboo, Bird) Sculpting Art, by Craftsman Gao Xiang 高翔!~!Congratulations to Ms E.A.! 2154hrs 13th Feb 2026, Vineland! NJ!","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: rgb(0, 48, 120);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e《四方宝鼎》\"Si Fang Bao Ding ~ Four-Sided Crown Jewel\"!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260213_145602_1.jpg?v=1771033282\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cb\u003eDearest Friends, announcing our new Craftsman, Gao Xiang 高翔!!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003eHim b\u003c\/span\u003eeing a very honest friend whom Zhang Huan, Zhu Shu and Yang Ping Ting respect a lot in their clay sculpting trainings several years ago, all of us managed to convince him to join us!\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eAnd yes here he is for all of you friends! \u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eWe are all very happy and over the moon!!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260213_145211.jpg?v=1771033282\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260213_145046.jpg?v=1771033282\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260213_170618.jpg?v=1771033282\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003eGao Xiang, at age of 31 now, has been particularly fond of small Polygonal class works since fifteen years ago when he picked up and trained hard in Fully-Handmaking works!\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eHe receives of course, the nod of quality by Senior Consummate Master Yuan Hui!\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eAll of the Craftsmen now in the group too are very happy that from now on, they can all complement one another!\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eSmall (100-160ml) Polygonal works are his area of focus and forte, and this is his love which he does best in!\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eWe really hope all of you friends and ZiSha aficionados will agree with our team here that his works are amazing in artistic direction, afforded at the most affordable price in the market, and of delicate savoir-faire and workmanship! \u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eVery happy that he will now be here permanently with all of you!\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eA lot of hard work from all of us, and we will continue fighting very hard against all odds, for all of you. \u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eWe love our Fully-Handmade ZiSha Art and are very grateful and over the moon whenever each piece goes to your homes.\u003cbr\u003ePresenting here, proudly to all of you, by Craftsman Gao Xiang:\u003cbr\u003eHis Si Fang Bao Ding!\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003ePolygonal, small volume, with the 45-degree 1mm chamfering that Senior Master Yuan Hui approves of and smiles at!\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eNot content, we pass him our Cao Family’s Tai Xi Duan Ni we mined from Huang Long Shan (Tai Xi Quarry\/Mine pit is one of the famous and favourite mine locations at Huang Long Shan), and we high-fire them to manifest this beautiful beige-yellow-light brown colour.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eEven further, how can we not let Gao Xiang finish it with his coloured clay sculpting!\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eWe cheer for Craftsman Gao Xiang and thank him for his years of dedication to ZiSha and his love of delicate Polygonal works!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(18, 2, 156); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eCraftsman Gao Xiang 高翔, presents here, the\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(18, 2, 156); text-decoration: underline;\" class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e《四方宝鼎》\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(18, 2, 156); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eSi Fang Bao Ding, \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(90, 1, 1); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eHigh-fired Tai Xi Duan Ni 台西段泥~高温烧\u003c\/span\u003e, with \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(2, 79, 22); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003ecoloured clay sculpting of the Plum Blossoms 梅花~彩色泥绘!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e~~~~~~~~~~~~~\u003cbr\u003eSavour BOTH of Craftsman's Gao Xiang's Pot Craftsmanship AND COLOURED Clay Sculpting 彩色泥绘!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260213_170447.jpg?v=1771033282\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260213_170505.jpg?v=1771033281\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260213_170512.jpg?v=1771033281\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260213_170534.jpg?v=1771033282\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260213_170605.jpg?v=1771033281\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260213_170611.jpg?v=1771033281\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260213_170625.jpg?v=1771033282\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260213_170639.jpg?v=1771033282\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260213_170651.jpg?v=1771033282\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260213_170724.jpg?v=1771033281\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eClay Sculpting with the applied embellishments, is challenging and raises the likelihood of failure at firing: through cracks at the thin ZiSha clay appliqué, which would be irreparable.  If the clay sculpting comes off, these are irreparable, and the whole pot has to be abandoned.  Zhu Shu needs to craft again.  Generally success rate is one in two.\u003cb\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eColor Clay Sculpting is more difficult and requires higher experience, as the colors pre-firing is different from the colors manifested post-firing, hence the Craftsman must be able to envision the final post-fired effect and color, as she applies fresh ZiSha paste during this Clay Sculpting process!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eHaving the skill of knowing what ZiSha paste to sculpt with is one thing, having the petals and all, having the 3-Dimensional Effect, varying thickness to beautifully bring up the aesthetic appreciation of the Orchids, is another forté which must be mastered together by Craftsman Zhu Shu.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e~~~~~~~~~~\u003cbr\u003e45-degree 1mm-chamfering, A) At Edge of Top Opening, and B) All around the Lid:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260213_170923.jpg?v=1771033282\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260213_170950.jpg?v=1771033281\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260213_171005.jpg?v=1771033282\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260213_171025.jpg?v=1771033282\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260213_171039.jpg?v=1771033281\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260213_171041.jpg?v=1771033282\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260213_171045.jpg?v=1771033282\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260213_171047.jpg?v=1771033281\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe carefully, deftly and diligently crafted largest possible 3+3+3 holes hand-pushed in filter for amazing great pour from a small-volume ~165ml work!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260214_093636.jpg?v=1771033281\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260213_170428.jpg?v=1771033282\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260213_170436.jpg?v=1771033282\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: rgb(0, 48, 120);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eOur Cao Family's Tai Xi Duan Ni, this time high-fired.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260213_170326.jpg?v=1771033282\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260213_170335.jpg?v=1771033282\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260213_170345.jpg?v=1771033282\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003eShrinkage of ZiSha:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260213_170410.jpg?v=1771033282\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: rgb(0, 48, 120);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: rgb(0, 48, 120);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(87, 0, 0); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eZiSha Art is the most amazing carrier medium, housing various aspects of Chinese Cultural Arts!\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eHere in this Si Fang He Piao by Craftsman Gao Xiang,you enjoy the embodiment of\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(23, 0, 113); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e1.  Fully-Handmade ZiSha Art and Craft 紫砂美术与工艺,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(23, 0, 113); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e2.  Painting 绘画,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(23, 0, 113); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e3.  Clay Sculpting 泥绘.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(87, 0, 0); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eHold, Use and Keep relishing the delightful aspects of our Chinese Culture in your daily life, in solitude, in practice, during hospitality to family and friends alike!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(87, 0, 0); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eSavour the journey, dearest Friends :-D\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: rgb(125, 7, 7);\"\u003eWe wish all our dearest friends in you, to enjoy it, use it, savour it and feel the aura of our Chinese YiXing Art!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e~~~~~~~~~~~~\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCraftsman Gao Xiang is NOW proudly one of us and he will be featuring consistently, with Zhang Huan, Zhu Shu, Yang Pin Ting, Gu Xiao Ming, Chen Fa Chu, et al.  \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #b70000;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eCraftsman Gao Xiang's works are highly scrutinised and praised too!by our Senior Masters, and deemed to be ready for you, delectable for your use and a long lasting permanent ZiSha work in your collection.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e~~~\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCherish it as they do not come easy, with the firing kiln enabling only a 60-70% success rate for this detailed Polygonal + coloured Clay embellishment sculpting Art, i.e. fire 3, and two or less will be successful.  This is SPECIALLY crafted for all of you friends at ~110ml to suit the gungfu solo steeping practice!  Still good for steeping for two people at a sitting!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHold one, hold up one, swing his work around.  Carefully examine his Fully-Handmade work.  Look at it from afar, from near, and it will grow on you.  The whole piece grow on you because 1) he takes reference from what the Senior Masters chose for him, 2) and he amazingly crafts them up EXACTLY as to what the Senior Masters want from him: extreme fine detailing with MUCH THOUGHT on each part, with MUCH TIME spent on every part, section.  Because this is what Fully-Handmade ZiSha Art should be, and HOW FULLY-HANDMADE ZISHA ART is so different from and light years ahead of the ubiquitous jigger-machined pots and half-handmade pots masquerading under the sales tagline of \"fully-handmade zisha\" pots.\u003c\/strong\u003e  These latter JM\/HHM pots are made in what we call 流水线 a.k.a. 'Factory-Line operation' whereby the main pot body after being jigger-machined or coming off from the mould, is passed to the next worker who fits on the spout, and subsequently this second worker will pass the pot on to another worker who will in turn fit on the handle.  Continuing so, the pressed lid is likewise passed to another worker who fit on the lid knob.  \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEACH WORKER has NO IDEA what the other one is doing,\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e and they are always working on fixed time lines stated by the boss.  For example, the worker being \"passed the baton\" a pot with the spout just fixed onto the body by his colleague, will only focus on fixing on the handle, \u003cstrong\u003ewith nil to little regard to WHETHER THE HANDLE fixed on will be cohesive with the spout.  Each worker has NO idea of HOW THE FINAL POT WILL LOOK LIKE.\u003c\/strong\u003e  Beyond poor craftsmanship and clay, the result of such processes are ugly pots with poor cohesiveness which experienced Artists, Craftsmen and collectors will tell from a metre away.  Experienced people in us, do not need to pick up a pot to check whether it is fully-handmade or made of zisha, we can tell from a metre away just by looking at the pot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e~~~~~~~~~~~~\u003cbr\u003eThe keywords are: Detailing and Cohesiveness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA GOOD Fully-Handmade ZiSha Work combines great detailing and cohesiveness.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e~~~\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 27, 174);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eExplained, https:\/\/www.realzisha.com\/blogs\/news\/actual-zisha-landscape-at-yixing , the Craftsman by selling his hard-worked ZiSha craft at $190-$240, $45-$65 goes to the cost of the craft, inclusive of the fees for the firing for the kiln operator (three times per pot), the packaging boxes, and between $32 to $52 for the clay (Zi Ni Di Cao Qing, Duan Ni and upwards) used per pot.\u003c\/span\u003e   Craftsman takes 3 days (fastest 2.5days) to craft a pot.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 27, 174);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIf he works 30 days a month without a single day of rest (no family time), he will craft 10-12 pots.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eIf he crafts for 25 days (five days of rest a month), his output will be 8-10 pots.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe success rate for Zi Ni (e.g. Di Cao Qing, Lao Zi Ni, Da Shui Tan etc) and Duan Ni (e.g. Jiang Po Ni, Qing Hui Duan, etc) is 70% on average.  Some times the whole batch of 10 may fail.  We have seen our Craftsmen suffer like this very often.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe success rate for Zhu Ni (e.g. Xiao Mei Yao Zhu Ni) pots is 60%, or 70% with most optimism and at the very, very best.  Unfortunately.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eAll of us at RealZiSha of course, hope for one another, professional colleagues and all, that all the pots will survive firing at the kiln successfully.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e[For ZiSha models\/designs that are very challenging and more complicated to craft, the time taken to craft will be longer, and the failure rate will be higher as well.  Zi Sha by its virtue, have the highest shrinkage rate of all ceramic clay.  Zi Ni and Duan Ni thus have that 70% success rate, while Zhu Ni has even higher shrinkage rate and thus even lower success rate (the lowest of all ceramic clay.)]\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOur Craftsmen are wholeheartedly committed to the cause of Fully-Handmade ZiSha Art and their strictness with their craft and dedication earn our respect.  We give a big Thank You all of these Craftsmen, for they are saving what is our common precious tea culture: Tea + Fully-Handmade ZiSha Art and Craft.  Your support is critical to their livelihood and the existence of this craft for all of the tea fraternity.\u003cbr\u003eThank you Friends!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"realzisha.com","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46244279025814,"sku":null,"price":423.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260213_145211.jpg?v=1771033282"},{"product_id":"四方宝鼎-si-fang-bao-ding-four-sided-crown-jewel-167-1ml-tai-xi-duan-ni-gao-wen-high-fired-台西段泥-高温烧-with-colour-clay-snow-bamboo-bird-sculpting-art-by-craftsman-gao-xiang-高翔","title":"《四方宝鼎》\"Si Fang Bao Ding ~ Four-Sided Crown Jewel\", 167.1ml, *Tai Xi Duan Ni ~ Gao Wen (high-fired) 台西段泥~高温烧 with Colour Clay (Snow, Bamboo, Bird) Sculpting Art, by Craftsman Gao Xiang 高翔!~!🧧Congratulations to Mr T.L.🧧! 1134hrs 17th Feb 2026, Singapore🇸🇬!","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: rgb(0, 48, 120);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e《四方宝鼎》\"Si Fang Bao Ding ~ Four-Sided Crown Jewel\"!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260216_172914_1.jpg?v=1771270622\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cb\u003eDearest Friends, announcing our new Craftsman, Gao Xiang 高翔!!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003eHim b\u003c\/span\u003eeing a very honest friend whom Zhang Huan, Zhu Shu and Yang Ping Ting respect a lot in their clay sculpting trainings several years ago, all of us managed to convince him to join us!\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eAnd yes here he is for all of you friends! \u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eWe are all very happy and over the moon!!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260216_172934_1.jpg?v=1771270623\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260216_172125.jpg?v=1771270622\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260216_182915.jpg?v=1771270623\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003eGao Xiang, at age of 31 now, has been particularly fond of small Polygonal class works since fifteen years ago when he picked up and trained hard in Fully-Handmaking works!\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eHe receives of course, the nod of quality by Senior Consummate Master Yuan Hui!\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eAll of the Craftsmen now in the group too are very happy that from now on, they can all complement one another!\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eSmall (100-160ml) Polygonal works are his area of focus and forte, and this is his love which he does best in!\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eWe really hope all of you friends and ZiSha aficionados will agree with our team here that his works are amazing in artistic direction, afforded at the most affordable price in the market, and of delicate savoir-faire and workmanship! \u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eVery happy that he will now be here permanently with all of you!\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eA lot of hard work from all of us, and we will continue fighting very hard against all odds, for all of you. \u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eWe love our Fully-Handmade ZiSha Art and are very grateful and over the moon whenever each piece goes to your homes.\u003cbr\u003ePresenting here, proudly to all of you, by Craftsman Gao Xiang:\u003cbr\u003eHis Si Fang Bao Ding!\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003ePolygonal, small volume, with the 45-degree 1mm chamfering that Senior Master Yuan Hui approves of and smiles at!\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eNot content, we pass him our Cao Family’s Tai Xi Duan Ni we mined from Huang Long Shan (Tai Xi Quarry\/Mine pit is one of the famous and favourite mine locations at Huang Long Shan), and we high-fire them to manifest this beautiful beige-yellow-light brown colour.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eEven further, how can we not let Gao Xiang finish it with his coloured clay sculpting!\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eWe cheer for Craftsman Gao Xiang and thank him for his years of dedication to ZiSha and his love of delicate Polygonal works!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(18, 2, 156); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eCraftsman Gao Xiang 高翔, presents here, the\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(18, 2, 156); text-decoration: underline;\" class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e《四方宝鼎》\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(18, 2, 156); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eSi Fang Bao Ding, \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(90, 1, 1); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eHigh-fired Tai Xi Duan Ni 台西段泥~高温烧\u003c\/span\u003e, with \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(2, 79, 22); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003ecoloured clay sculpting of the Plum Blossoms 梅花~彩色泥绘!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e~~~~~~~~~~~~~\u003cbr\u003eSavour BOTH of Craftsman's Gao Xiang's Pot Craftsmanship AND COLOURED Clay Sculpting 彩色泥绘!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260216_182755.jpg?v=1771270623\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260216_182812.jpg?v=1771270622\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260216_182826.jpg?v=1771270622\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260216_182843.jpg?v=1771270623\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260216_182904.jpg?v=1771270622\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260216_182909.jpg?v=1771270623\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260216_182954.jpg?v=1771270623\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260216_182923.jpg?v=1771270622\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260216_183004.jpg?v=1771270623\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eClay Sculpting with the applied embellishments, is challenging and raises the likelihood of failure at firing: through cracks at the thin ZiSha clay appliqué, which would be irreparable.  If the clay sculpting comes off, these are irreparable, and the whole pot has to be abandoned.  Zhu Shu needs to craft again.  Generally success rate is one in two.\u003cb\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eColor Clay Sculpting is more difficult and requires higher experience, as the colors pre-firing is different from the colors manifested post-firing, hence the Craftsman must be able to envision the final post-fired effect and color, as she applies fresh ZiSha paste during this Clay Sculpting process!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eHaving the skill of knowing what ZiSha paste to sculpt with is one thing, having the petals and all, having the 3-Dimensional Effect, varying thickness to beautifully bring up the aesthetic appreciation of the Orchids, is another forté which must be mastered together by Craftsman Zhu Shu.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e~~~~~~~~~~\u003cbr\u003e45-degree 1mm-chamfering, A) At Edge of Top Opening, and B) All around the Lid:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260216_220023.jpg?v=1771270622\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260216_220046.jpg?v=1771270622\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260216_220150.jpg?v=1771270622\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260216_220204.jpg?v=1771270622\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260216_220206.jpg?v=1771270623\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260216_220214.jpg?v=1771270622\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260216_220221.jpg?v=1771270622\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe carefully, deftly and diligently crafted largest possible 3+3+3 holes hand-pushed in filter for amazing great pour from a small-volume ~165ml work!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260216_234357.jpg?v=1771270623\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260216_182705.jpg?v=1771270623\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260216_182718.jpg?v=1771270623\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: rgb(0, 48, 120);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eOur Cao Family's Tai Xi Duan Ni, this time high-fired.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260216_182552.jpg?v=1771270622\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260216_182552.jpg?v=1771270622\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260216_182605.jpg?v=1771270624\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260216_182633.jpg?v=1771270623\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003eShrinkage of ZiSha:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260216_182639.jpg?v=1771270622\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260216_233952.jpg?v=1771270623\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: rgb(0, 48, 120);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: rgb(0, 48, 120);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(87, 0, 0); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eZiSha Art is the most amazing carrier medium, housing various aspects of Chinese Cultural Arts!\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eHere in this Si Fang He Piao by Craftsman Gao Xiang,you enjoy the embodiment of\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(23, 0, 113); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e1.  Fully-Handmade ZiSha Art and Craft 紫砂美术与工艺,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(23, 0, 113); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e2.  Painting 绘画,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(23, 0, 113); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e3.  Clay Sculpting 泥绘.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(87, 0, 0); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eHold, Use and Keep relishing the delightful aspects of our Chinese Culture in your daily life, in solitude, in practice, during hospitality to family and friends alike!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(87, 0, 0); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eSavour the journey, dearest Friends :-D\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: rgb(125, 7, 7);\"\u003eWe wish all our dearest friends in you, to enjoy it, use it, savour it and feel the aura of our Chinese YiXing Art!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e~~~~~~~~~~~~\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCraftsman Gao Xiang is NOW proudly one of us and he will be featuring consistently, with Zhang Huan, Zhu Shu, Yang Pin Ting, Gu Xiao Ming, Chen Fa Chu, et al.  \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #b70000;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eCraftsman Gao Xiang's works are highly scrutinised and praised too!by our Senior Masters, and deemed to be ready for you, delectable for your use and a long lasting permanent ZiSha work in your collection.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e~~~\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCherish it as they do not come easy, with the firing kiln enabling only a 60-70% success rate for this detailed Polygonal + coloured Clay embellishment sculpting Art, i.e. fire 3, and two or less will be successful.  This is SPECIALLY crafted for all of you friends at ~110ml to suit the gungfu solo steeping practice!  Still good for steeping for two people at a sitting!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHold one, hold up one, swing his work around.  Carefully examine his Fully-Handmade work.  Look at it from afar, from near, and it will grow on you.  The whole piece grow on you because 1) he takes reference from what the Senior Masters chose for him, 2) and he amazingly crafts them up EXACTLY as to what the Senior Masters want from him: extreme fine detailing with MUCH THOUGHT on each part, with MUCH TIME spent on every part, section.  Because this is what Fully-Handmade ZiSha Art should be, and HOW FULLY-HANDMADE ZISHA ART is so different from and light years ahead of the ubiquitous jigger-machined pots and half-handmade pots masquerading under the sales tagline of \"fully-handmade zisha\" pots.\u003c\/strong\u003e  These latter JM\/HHM pots are made in what we call 流水线 a.k.a. 'Factory-Line operation' whereby the main pot body after being jigger-machined or coming off from the mould, is passed to the next worker who fits on the spout, and subsequently this second worker will pass the pot on to another worker who will in turn fit on the handle.  Continuing so, the pressed lid is likewise passed to another worker who fit on the lid knob.  \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEACH WORKER has NO IDEA what the other one is doing,\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e and they are always working on fixed time lines stated by the boss.  For example, the worker being \"passed the baton\" a pot with the spout just fixed onto the body by his colleague, will only focus on fixing on the handle, \u003cstrong\u003ewith nil to little regard to WHETHER THE HANDLE fixed on will be cohesive with the spout.  Each worker has NO idea of HOW THE FINAL POT WILL LOOK LIKE.\u003c\/strong\u003e  Beyond poor craftsmanship and clay, the result of such processes are ugly pots with poor cohesiveness which experienced Artists, Craftsmen and collectors will tell from a metre away.  Experienced people in us, do not need to pick up a pot to check whether it is fully-handmade or made of zisha, we can tell from a metre away just by looking at the pot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e~~~~~~~~~~~~\u003cbr\u003eThe keywords are: Detailing and Cohesiveness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA GOOD Fully-Handmade ZiSha Work combines great detailing and cohesiveness.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e~~~\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 27, 174);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eExplained, https:\/\/www.realzisha.com\/blogs\/news\/actual-zisha-landscape-at-yixing , the Craftsman by selling his hard-worked ZiSha craft at $190-$240, $45-$65 goes to the cost of the craft, inclusive of the fees for the firing for the kiln operator (three times per pot), the packaging boxes, and between $32 to $52 for the clay (Zi Ni Di Cao Qing, Duan Ni and upwards) used per pot.\u003c\/span\u003e   Craftsman takes 3 days (fastest 2.5days) to craft a pot.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 27, 174);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIf he works 30 days a month without a single day of rest (no family time), he will craft 10-12 pots.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eIf he crafts for 25 days (five days of rest a month), his output will be 8-10 pots.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe success rate for Zi Ni (e.g. Di Cao Qing, Lao Zi Ni, Da Shui Tan etc) and Duan Ni (e.g. Jiang Po Ni, Qing Hui Duan, etc) is 70% on average.  Some times the whole batch of 10 may fail.  We have seen our Craftsmen suffer like this very often.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe success rate for Zhu Ni (e.g. Xiao Mei Yao Zhu Ni) pots is 60%, or 70% with most optimism and at the very, very best.  Unfortunately.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eAll of us at RealZiSha of course, hope for one another, professional colleagues and all, that all the pots will survive firing at the kiln successfully.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e[For ZiSha models\/designs that are very challenging and more complicated to craft, the time taken to craft will be longer, and the failure rate will be higher as well.  Zi Sha by its virtue, have the highest shrinkage rate of all ceramic clay.  Zi Ni and Duan Ni thus have that 70% success rate, while Zhu Ni has even higher shrinkage rate and thus even lower success rate (the lowest of all ceramic clay.)]\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOur Craftsmen are wholeheartedly committed to the cause of Fully-Handmade ZiSha Art and their strictness with their craft and dedication earn our respect.  We give a big Thank You all of these Craftsmen, for they are saving what is our common precious tea culture: Tea + Fully-Handmade ZiSha Art and Craft.  Your support is critical to their livelihood and the existence of this craft for all of the tea fraternity.\u003cbr\u003eThank you Friends!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"realzisha.com","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46247865122966,"sku":null,"price":423.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260216_172252.jpg?v=1771270623"},{"product_id":"四方宝鼎-si-fang-bao-ding-four-sided-crown-jewel-167-5ml-tai-xi-duan-ni-gao-wen-high-fired-台西段泥-高温烧-with-colour-clay-snow-bamboo-bird-sculpting-art-by-craftsman-gao-xiang-高翔","title":"《四方宝鼎》\"Si Fang Bao Ding ~ Four-Sided Crown Jewel\", 167.5ml, *Tai Xi Duan Ni ~ Gao Wen (high-fired) 台西段泥~高温烧 with Colour Clay (Snow, Bamboo, Bird) Sculpting Art, by Craftsman Gao Xiang 高翔!~!Congratulations to Mr M.S.! 0238hrs 21st Feb 2026, Southbury! CT!","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: rgb(0, 48, 120);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e《四方宝鼎》\"Si Fang Bao Ding ~ Four-Sided Crown Jewel\"!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260221_150817.jpg?v=1771659184\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cb\u003eDearest Friends, announcing our new Craftsman, Gao Xiang 高翔!!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003eHim b\u003c\/span\u003eeing a very honest friend whom Zhang Huan, Zhu Shu and Yang Ping Ting respect a lot in their clay sculpting trainings several years ago, all of us managed to convince him to join us!\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eAnd yes here he is for all of you friends! \u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eWe are all very happy and over the moon!!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260221_150141_1.jpg?v=1771659185\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260221_150841.jpg?v=1771659185\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260221_145938.jpg?v=1771659185\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003eGao Xiang, at age of 31 now, has been particularly fond of small Polygonal class works since fifteen years ago when he picked up and trained hard in Fully-Handmaking works!\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eHe receives of course, the nod of quality by Senior Consummate Master Yuan Hui!\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eAll of the Craftsmen now in the group too are very happy that from now on, they can all complement one another!\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eSmall (100-160ml) Polygonal works are his area of focus and forte, and this is his love which he does best in!\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eWe really hope all of you friends and ZiSha aficionados will agree with our team here that his works are amazing in artistic direction, afforded at the most affordable price in the market, and of delicate savoir-faire and workmanship! \u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eVery happy that he will now be here permanently with all of you!\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eA lot of hard work from all of us, and we will continue fighting very hard against all odds, for all of you. \u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eWe love our Fully-Handmade ZiSha Art and are very grateful and over the moon whenever each piece goes to your homes.\u003cbr\u003ePresenting here, proudly to all of you, by Craftsman Gao Xiang:\u003cbr\u003eHis Si Fang Bao Ding!\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003ePolygonal, small volume, with the 45-degree 1mm chamfering that Senior Master Yuan Hui approves of and smiles at!\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eNot content, we pass him our Cao Family’s Tai Xi Duan Ni we mined from Huang Long Shan (Tai Xi Quarry\/Mine pit is one of the famous and favourite mine locations at Huang Long Shan), and we high-fire them to manifest this beautiful beige-yellow-light brown colour.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eEven further, how can we not let Gao Xiang finish it with his coloured clay sculpting!\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eWe cheer for Craftsman Gao Xiang and thank him for his years of dedication to ZiSha and his love of delicate Polygonal works!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(18, 2, 156); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eCraftsman Gao Xiang 高翔, presents here, the\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\" style=\"color: rgb(18, 2, 156); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e《四方宝鼎》\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(18, 2, 156); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eSi Fang Bao Ding, \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(90, 1, 1); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eHigh-fired Tai Xi Duan Ni 台西段泥~高温烧\u003c\/span\u003e, with \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(2, 79, 22); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003ecoloured clay sculpting of the Plum Blossoms 梅花~彩色泥绘!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e~~~~~~~~~~~~~\u003cbr\u003eSavour BOTH of Craftsman's Gao Xiang's Pot Craftsmanship AND COLOURED Clay Sculpting 彩色泥绘!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260221_145904.jpg?v=1771659184\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260221_145907.jpg?v=1771659185\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260221_145911.jpg?v=1771659185\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260221_145922.jpg?v=1771659185\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260221_145932.jpg?v=1771659185\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260221_145935.jpg?v=1771659185\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260221_145942.jpg?v=1771659185\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260221_150007.jpg?v=1771659185\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260221_150022.jpg?v=1771659185\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eClay Sculpting with the applied embellishments, is challenging and raises the likelihood of failure at firing: through cracks at the thin ZiSha clay appliqué, which would be irreparable.  If the clay sculpting comes off, these are irreparable, and the whole pot has to be abandoned.  Zhu Shu needs to craft again.  Generally success rate is one in two.\u003cb\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eColor Clay Sculpting is more difficult and requires higher experience, as the colors pre-firing is different from the colors manifested post-firing, hence the Craftsman must be able to envision the final post-fired effect and color, as she applies fresh ZiSha paste during this Clay Sculpting process!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eHaving the skill of knowing what ZiSha paste to sculpt with is one thing, having the petals and all, having the 3-Dimensional Effect, varying thickness to beautifully bring up the aesthetic appreciation of the Orchids, is another forté which must be mastered together by Craftsman Zhu Shu.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e~~~~~~~~~~\u003cbr\u003e45-degree 1mm-chamfering, A) At Edge of Top Opening, and B) All around the Lid:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260221_145802.jpg?v=1771659185\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260221_145812.jpg?v=1771659184\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260221_150040.jpg?v=1771659185\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260221_150043.jpg?v=1771659185\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260221_150048.jpg?v=1771659185\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260221_152959.jpg?v=1771659185\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260221_153009.jpg?v=1771659185\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260221_153012.jpg?v=1771659185\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260221_153017.jpg?v=1771659184\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260221_153019.jpg?v=1771659184\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260221_135617.jpg?v=1771659184\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe carefully, deftly and diligently crafted largest possible 3+3+3 holes hand-pushed in filter for amazing great pour from a small-volume ~165ml work!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260221_151313.jpg?v=1771659186\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260221_145847.jpg?v=1771659185\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260221_145853.jpg?v=1771659186\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: rgb(0, 48, 120);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eOur Cao Family's Tai Xi Duan Ni, this time high-fired.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260221_145802.jpg?v=1771659185\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260221_145826.jpg?v=1771659185\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260221_145832.jpg?v=1771659185\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003eShrinkage of ZiSha:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260221_145837.jpg?v=1771659185\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260221_145839.jpg?v=1771659185\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260221_150959.jpg?v=1771659184\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260221_151014.jpg?v=1771659185\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: rgb(0, 48, 120);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: rgb(0, 48, 120);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(87, 0, 0); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eZiSha Art is the most amazing carrier medium, housing various aspects of Chinese Cultural Arts!\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eHere in this Si Fang He Piao by Craftsman Gao Xiang,you enjoy the embodiment of\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(23, 0, 113); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e1.  Fully-Handmade ZiSha Art and Craft 紫砂美术与工艺,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(23, 0, 113); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e2.  Painting 绘画,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(23, 0, 113); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e3.  Clay Sculpting 泥绘.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(87, 0, 0); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eHold, Use and Keep relishing the delightful aspects of our Chinese Culture in your daily life, in solitude, in practice, during hospitality to family and friends alike!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(87, 0, 0); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eSavour the journey, dearest Friends :-D\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: rgb(125, 7, 7);\"\u003eWe wish all our dearest friends in you, to enjoy it, use it, savour it and feel the aura of our Chinese YiXing Art!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e~~~~~~~~~~~~\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCraftsman Gao Xiang is NOW proudly one of us and he will be featuring consistently, with Zhang Huan, Zhu Shu, Yang Pin Ting, Gu Xiao Ming, Chen Fa Chu, et al.  \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #b70000;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eCraftsman Gao Xiang's works are highly scrutinised and praised too!by our Senior Masters, and deemed to be ready for you, delectable for your use and a long lasting permanent ZiSha work in your collection.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e~~~\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCherish it as they do not come easy, with the firing kiln enabling only a 60-70% success rate for this detailed Polygonal + coloured Clay embellishment sculpting Art, i.e. fire 3, and two or less will be successful.  This is SPECIALLY crafted for all of you friends at ~110ml to suit the gungfu solo steeping practice!  Still good for steeping for two people at a sitting!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHold one, hold up one, swing his work around.  Carefully examine his Fully-Handmade work.  Look at it from afar, from near, and it will grow on you.  The whole piece grow on you because 1) he takes reference from what the Senior Masters chose for him, 2) and he amazingly crafts them up EXACTLY as to what the Senior Masters want from him: extreme fine detailing with MUCH THOUGHT on each part, with MUCH TIME spent on every part, section.  Because this is what Fully-Handmade ZiSha Art should be, and HOW FULLY-HANDMADE ZISHA ART is so different from and light years ahead of the ubiquitous jigger-machined pots and half-handmade pots masquerading under the sales tagline of \"fully-handmade zisha\" pots.\u003c\/strong\u003e  These latter JM\/HHM pots are made in what we call 流水线 a.k.a. 'Factory-Line operation' whereby the main pot body after being jigger-machined or coming off from the mould, is passed to the next worker who fits on the spout, and subsequently this second worker will pass the pot on to another worker who will in turn fit on the handle.  Continuing so, the pressed lid is likewise passed to another worker who fit on the lid knob.  \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEACH WORKER has NO IDEA what the other one is doing,\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e and they are always working on fixed time lines stated by the boss.  For example, the worker being \"passed the baton\" a pot with the spout just fixed onto the body by his colleague, will only focus on fixing on the handle, \u003cstrong\u003ewith nil to little regard to WHETHER THE HANDLE fixed on will be cohesive with the spout.  Each worker has NO idea of HOW THE FINAL POT WILL LOOK LIKE.\u003c\/strong\u003e  Beyond poor craftsmanship and clay, the result of such processes are ugly pots with poor cohesiveness which experienced Artists, Craftsmen and collectors will tell from a metre away.  Experienced people in us, do not need to pick up a pot to check whether it is fully-handmade or made of zisha, we can tell from a metre away just by looking at the pot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e~~~~~~~~~~~~\u003cbr\u003eThe keywords are: Detailing and Cohesiveness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA GOOD Fully-Handmade ZiSha Work combines great detailing and cohesiveness.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e~~~\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 27, 174);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eExplained, https:\/\/www.realzisha.com\/blogs\/news\/actual-zisha-landscape-at-yixing , the Craftsman by selling his hard-worked ZiSha craft at $190-$240, $45-$65 goes to the cost of the craft, inclusive of the fees for the firing for the kiln operator (three times per pot), the packaging boxes, and between $32 to $52 for the clay (Zi Ni Di Cao Qing, Duan Ni and upwards) used per pot.\u003c\/span\u003e   Craftsman takes 3 days (fastest 2.5days) to craft a pot.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 27, 174);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIf he works 30 days a month without a single day of rest (no family time), he will craft 10-12 pots.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eIf he crafts for 25 days (five days of rest a month), his output will be 8-10 pots.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe success rate for Zi Ni (e.g. Di Cao Qing, Lao Zi Ni, Da Shui Tan etc) and Duan Ni (e.g. Jiang Po Ni, Qing Hui Duan, etc) is 70% on average.  Some times the whole batch of 10 may fail.  We have seen our Craftsmen suffer like this very often.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe success rate for Zhu Ni (e.g. Xiao Mei Yao Zhu Ni) pots is 60%, or 70% with most optimism and at the very, very best.  Unfortunately.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eAll of us at RealZiSha of course, hope for one another, professional colleagues and all, that all the pots will survive firing at the kiln successfully.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e[For ZiSha models\/designs that are very challenging and more complicated to craft, the time taken to craft will be longer, and the failure rate will be higher as well.  Zi Sha by its virtue, have the highest shrinkage rate of all ceramic clay.  Zi Ni and Duan Ni thus have that 70% success rate, while Zhu Ni has even higher shrinkage rate and thus even lower success rate (the lowest of all ceramic clay.)]\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOur Craftsmen are wholeheartedly committed to the cause of Fully-Handmade ZiSha Art and their strictness with their craft and dedication earn our respect.  We give a big Thank You all of these Craftsmen, for they are saving what is our common precious tea culture: Tea + Fully-Handmade ZiSha Art and Craft.  Your support is critical to their livelihood and the existence of this craft for all of the tea fraternity.\u003cbr\u003eThank you Friends!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"realzisha.com","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46257908613270,"sku":null,"price":423.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260221_150817.jpg?v=1771659184"},{"product_id":"四方宝鼎-si-fang-bao-ding-four-sided-crown-jewel-167-1ml-tai-xi-duan-ni-gao-wen-high-fired-台西段泥-高温烧-with-colour-clay-snow-bamboo-bird-sculpting-art-by-craftsman-gao-xiang-高翔-1","title":"《四方宝鼎》\"Si Fang Bao Ding ~ Four-Sided Crown Jewel\", 167.1ml, *Tai Xi Duan Ni ~ Gao Wen (high-fired)+Colour Clay (Snow, Bamboo, Bird) Sculpting Art, by Craftsman Gao Xiang!~!🧧Congratulations!to Mr J.G.🧧! 1746hrs 2nd Mar 2026, Bellevue Hill! NSW Australia🇦🇺!","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: rgb(0, 48, 120);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e《四方宝鼎》\"Si Fang Bao Ding ~ Four-Sided Crown Jewel\"!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260301_164353.jpg?v=1772395223\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cb\u003eDearest Friends, announcing our new Craftsman, Gao Xiang 高翔!!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003eHim b\u003c\/span\u003eeing a very honest friend whom Zhang Huan, Zhu Shu and Yang Ping Ting respect a lot in their clay sculpting trainings several years ago, all of us managed to convince him to join us!\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eAnd yes here he is for all of you friends! \u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eWe are all very happy and over the moon!!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260301_165036.jpg?v=1772395223\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260301_164337.jpg?v=1772395223\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260301_164901.jpg?v=1772395223\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003eGao Xiang, at age of 31 now, has been particularly fond of small Polygonal class works since fifteen years ago when he picked up and trained hard in Fully-Handmaking works!\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eHe receives of course, the nod of quality by Senior Consummate Master Yuan Hui!\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eAll of the Craftsmen now in the group too are very happy that from now on, they can all complement one another!\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eSmall (100-160ml) Polygonal works are his area of focus and forte, and this is his love which he does best in!\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eWe really hope all of you friends and ZiSha aficionados will agree with our team here that his works are amazing in artistic direction, afforded at the most affordable price in the market, and of delicate savoir-faire and workmanship! \u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eVery happy that he will now be here permanently with all of you!\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eA lot of hard work from all of us, and we will continue fighting very hard against all odds, for all of you. \u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eWe love our Fully-Handmade ZiSha Art and are very grateful and over the moon whenever each piece goes to your homes.\u003cbr\u003ePresenting here, proudly to all of you, by Craftsman Gao Xiang:\u003cbr\u003eHis Si Fang Bao Ding!\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003ePolygonal, small volume, with the 45-degree 1mm chamfering that Senior Master Yuan Hui approves of and smiles at!\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eNot content, we pass him our Cao Family’s Tai Xi Duan Ni we mined from Huang Long Shan (Tai Xi Quarry\/Mine pit is one of the famous and favourite mine locations at Huang Long Shan), and we high-fire them to manifest this beautiful beige-yellow-light brown colour.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eEven further, how can we not let Gao Xiang finish it with his coloured clay sculpting!\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eWe cheer for Craftsman Gao Xiang and thank him for his years of dedication to ZiSha and his love of delicate Polygonal works!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(18, 2, 156); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eCraftsman Gao Xiang 高翔, presents here, the\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\" style=\"color: rgb(18, 2, 156); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e《四方宝鼎》\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(18, 2, 156); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eSi Fang Bao Ding, \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(90, 1, 1); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eHigh-fired Tai Xi Duan Ni 台西段泥~高温烧\u003c\/span\u003e, with \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(2, 79, 22); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003ecoloured clay sculpting of the Plum Blossoms 梅花~彩色泥绘!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e~~~~~~~~~~~~~\u003cbr\u003eSavour BOTH of Craftsman's Gao Xiang's Pot Craftsmanship AND COLOURED Clay Sculpting 彩色泥绘!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260301_164811.jpg?v=1772395224\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260301_164815.jpg?v=1772395225\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260301_164819.jpg?v=1772395223\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260301_164829.jpg?v=1772395223\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260301_164833.jpg?v=1772395223\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260301_164947.jpg?v=1772395223\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260301_164911.jpg?v=1772395223\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260301_165054_1.jpg?v=1772395223\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eClay Sculpting with the applied embellishments, is challenging and raises the likelihood of failure at firing: through cracks at the thin ZiSha clay appliqué, which would be irreparable.  If the clay sculpting comes off, these are irreparable, and the whole pot has to be abandoned.  Zhu Shu needs to craft again.  Generally success rate is one in two.\u003cb\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eColor Clay Sculpting is more difficult and requires higher experience, as the colors pre-firing is different from the colors manifested post-firing, hence the Craftsman must be able to envision the final post-fired effect and color, as she applies fresh ZiSha paste during this Clay Sculpting process!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eHaving the skill of knowing what ZiSha paste to sculpt with is one thing, having the petals and all, having the 3-Dimensional Effect, varying thickness to beautifully bring up the aesthetic appreciation of the Orchids, is another forté which must be mastered together by Craftsman Zhu Shu.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e~~~~~~~~~~\u003cbr\u003e45-degree 1mm-chamfering, A) At Edge of Top Opening, and B) All around the Lid:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260221_145802.jpg?v=1771659185\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260301_164613.jpg?v=1772395223\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260301_164727.jpg?v=1772395223\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260301_164736.jpg?v=1772395223\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260301_165452.jpg?v=1772395223\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260301_165523.jpg?v=1772395223\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260301_165527.jpg?v=1772395223\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260301_165532.jpg?v=1772395223\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260301_165534.jpg?v=1772395223\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260301_165554.jpg?v=1772395223\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe carefully, deftly and diligently crafted largest possible 3+3+3 holes hand-pushed in filter for amazing great pour from a small-volume ~165ml work!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260302_014905.jpg?v=1772395223\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260301_164702.jpg?v=1772395223\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: rgb(0, 48, 120);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eOur Cao Family's Tai Xi Duan Ni, this time high-fired.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260301_164550.jpg?v=1772395223\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260301_164613.jpg?v=1772395223\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260301_164622.jpg?v=1772395223\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260301_164625.jpg?v=1772395224\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003eShrinkage of ZiSha:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260301_164642.jpg?v=1772395223\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260301_164644.jpg?v=1772395223\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260302_014646.jpg?v=1772395223\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260221_150959.jpg?v=1771659184\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260302_014707.jpg?v=1772395223\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260302_014656.jpg?v=1772395224\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260302_014742.jpg?v=1772395223\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260302_014757.jpg?v=1772395223\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: rgb(0, 48, 120);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: rgb(0, 48, 120);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(87, 0, 0); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eZiSha Art is the most amazing carrier medium, housing various aspects of Chinese Cultural Arts!\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eHere in this Si Fang He Piao by Craftsman Gao Xiang,you enjoy the embodiment of\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(23, 0, 113); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e1.  Fully-Handmade ZiSha Art and Craft 紫砂美术与工艺,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(23, 0, 113); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e2.  Painting 绘画,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(23, 0, 113); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e3.  Clay Sculpting 泥绘.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(87, 0, 0); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eHold, Use and Keep relishing the delightful aspects of our Chinese Culture in your daily life, in solitude, in practice, during hospitality to family and friends alike!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(87, 0, 0); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eSavour the journey, dearest Friends :-D\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: rgb(125, 7, 7);\"\u003eWe wish all our dearest friends in you, to enjoy it, use it, savour it and feel the aura of our Chinese YiXing Art!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e~~~~~~~~~~~~\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCraftsman Gao Xiang is NOW proudly one of us and he will be featuring consistently, with Zhang Huan, Zhu Shu, Yang Pin Ting, Gu Xiao Ming, Chen Fa Chu, et al.  \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #b70000;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eCraftsman Gao Xiang's works are highly scrutinised and praised too!by our Senior Masters, and deemed to be ready for you, delectable for your use and a long lasting permanent ZiSha work in your collection.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e~~~\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCherish it as they do not come easy, with the firing kiln enabling only a 60-70% success rate for this detailed Polygonal + coloured Clay embellishment sculpting Art, i.e. fire 3, and two or less will be successful.  This is SPECIALLY crafted for all of you friends at ~110ml to suit the gungfu solo steeping practice!  Still good for steeping for two people at a sitting!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHold one, hold up one, swing his work around.  Carefully examine his Fully-Handmade work.  Look at it from afar, from near, and it will grow on you.  The whole piece grow on you because 1) he takes reference from what the Senior Masters chose for him, 2) and he amazingly crafts them up EXACTLY as to what the Senior Masters want from him: extreme fine detailing with MUCH THOUGHT on each part, with MUCH TIME spent on every part, section.  Because this is what Fully-Handmade ZiSha Art should be, and HOW FULLY-HANDMADE ZISHA ART is so different from and light years ahead of the ubiquitous jigger-machined pots and half-handmade pots masquerading under the sales tagline of \"fully-handmade zisha\" pots.\u003c\/strong\u003e  These latter JM\/HHM pots are made in what we call 流水线 a.k.a. 'Factory-Line operation' whereby the main pot body after being jigger-machined or coming off from the mould, is passed to the next worker who fits on the spout, and subsequently this second worker will pass the pot on to another worker who will in turn fit on the handle.  Continuing so, the pressed lid is likewise passed to another worker who fit on the lid knob.  \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEACH WORKER has NO IDEA what the other one is doing,\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e and they are always working on fixed time lines stated by the boss.  For example, the worker being \"passed the baton\" a pot with the spout just fixed onto the body by his colleague, will only focus on fixing on the handle, \u003cstrong\u003ewith nil to little regard to WHETHER THE HANDLE fixed on will be cohesive with the spout.  Each worker has NO idea of HOW THE FINAL POT WILL LOOK LIKE.\u003c\/strong\u003e  Beyond poor craftsmanship and clay, the result of such processes are ugly pots with poor cohesiveness which experienced Artists, Craftsmen and collectors will tell from a metre away.  Experienced people in us, do not need to pick up a pot to check whether it is fully-handmade or made of zisha, we can tell from a metre away just by looking at the pot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e~~~~~~~~~~~~\u003cbr\u003eThe keywords are: Detailing and Cohesiveness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA GOOD Fully-Handmade ZiSha Work combines great detailing and cohesiveness.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e~~~\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 27, 174);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eExplained, https:\/\/www.realzisha.com\/blogs\/news\/actual-zisha-landscape-at-yixing , the Craftsman by selling his hard-worked ZiSha craft at $190-$240, $45-$65 goes to the cost of the craft, inclusive of the fees for the firing for the kiln operator (three times per pot), the packaging boxes, and between $32 to $52 for the clay (Zi Ni Di Cao Qing, Duan Ni and upwards) used per pot.\u003c\/span\u003e   Craftsman takes 3 days (fastest 2.5days) to craft a pot.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 27, 174);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIf he works 30 days a month without a single day of rest (no family time), he will craft 10-12 pots.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eIf he crafts for 25 days (five days of rest a month), his output will be 8-10 pots.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe success rate for Zi Ni (e.g. Di Cao Qing, Lao Zi Ni, Da Shui Tan etc) and Duan Ni (e.g. Jiang Po Ni, Qing Hui Duan, etc) is 70% on average.  Some times the whole batch of 10 may fail.  We have seen our Craftsmen suffer like this very often.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe success rate for Zhu Ni (e.g. Xiao Mei Yao Zhu Ni) pots is 60%, or 70% with most optimism and at the very, very best.  Unfortunately.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eAll of us at RealZiSha of course, hope for one another, professional colleagues and all, that all the pots will survive firing at the kiln successfully.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e[For ZiSha models\/designs that are very challenging and more complicated to craft, the time taken to craft will be longer, and the failure rate will be higher as well.  Zi Sha by its virtue, have the highest shrinkage rate of all ceramic clay.  Zi Ni and Duan Ni thus have that 70% success rate, while Zhu Ni has even higher shrinkage rate and thus even lower success rate (the lowest of all ceramic clay.)]\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOur Craftsmen are wholeheartedly committed to the cause of Fully-Handmade ZiSha Art and their strictness with their craft and dedication earn our respect.  We give a big Thank You all of these Craftsmen, for they are saving what is our common precious tea culture: Tea + Fully-Handmade ZiSha Art and Craft.  Your support is critical to their livelihood and the existence of this craft for all of the tea fraternity.\u003cbr\u003eThank you Friends!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"realzisha.com","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46268873146518,"sku":null,"price":423.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260301_164337.jpg?v=1772395223"},{"product_id":"四方宝鼎-si-fang-bao-ding-four-sided-crown-jewel-164-6ml-tai-xi-duan-ni-gao-wen-high-fired-colour-clay-snow-bamboo-bird-sculpting-art-by-craftsman-gao-xiang","title":"《四方宝鼎》\"Si Fang Bao Ding ~ Four-Sided Crown Jewel\", 164.6ml, *Tai Xi Duan Ni ~ Gao Wen (high-fired)+Colour Clay (Snow, Bamboo, Bird) Sculpting Art, by Craftsman Gao Xiang!","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: rgb(0, 48, 120);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e《四方宝鼎》\"Si Fang Bao Ding ~ Four-Sided Crown Jewel\"!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260329_181637.jpg?v=1774794015\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cb\u003eDearest Friends, announcing our new Craftsman, Gao Xiang 高翔!!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003eHim b\u003c\/span\u003eeing a very honest friend whom Zhang Huan, Zhu Shu and Yang Ping Ting respect a lot in their clay sculpting trainings several years ago, all of us managed to convince him to join us!\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eAnd yes here he is for all of you friends! \u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eWe are all very happy and over the moon!!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260329_181654_1.jpg?v=1774794015\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260329_181145_1.jpg?v=1774794014\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260329_181517.jpg?v=1774794015\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003eGao Xiang, at age of 31 now, has been particularly fond of small Polygonal class works since fifteen years ago when he picked up and trained hard in Fully-Handmaking works!\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eHe receives of course, the nod of quality by Senior Consummate Master Yuan Hui!\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eAll of the Craftsmen now in the group too are very happy that from now on, they can all complement one another!\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eSmall (100-160ml) Polygonal works are his area of focus and forte, and this is his love which he does best in!\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eWe really hope all of you friends and ZiSha aficionados will agree with our team here that his works are amazing in artistic direction, afforded at the most affordable price in the market, and of delicate savoir-faire and workmanship! \u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eVery happy that he will now be here permanently with all of you!\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eA lot of hard work from all of us, and we will continue fighting very hard against all odds, for all of you. \u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eWe love our Fully-Handmade ZiSha Art and are very grateful and over the moon whenever each piece goes to your homes.\u003cbr\u003ePresenting here, proudly to all of you, by Craftsman Gao Xiang:\u003cbr\u003eHis Si Fang Bao Ding!\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003ePolygonal, small volume, with the 45-degree 1mm chamfering that Senior Master Yuan Hui approves of and smiles at!\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eNot content, we pass him our Cao Family’s Tai Xi Duan Ni we mined from Huang Long Shan (Tai Xi Quarry\/Mine pit is one of the famous and favourite mine locations at Huang Long Shan), and we high-fire them to manifest this beautiful beige-yellow-light brown colour.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eEven further, how can we not let Gao Xiang finish it with his coloured clay sculpting!\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eWe cheer for Craftsman Gao Xiang and thank him for his years of dedication to ZiSha and his love of delicate Polygonal works!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(18, 2, 156); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eCraftsman Gao Xiang 高翔, presents here, the\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(18, 2, 156); text-decoration: underline;\" class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e《四方宝鼎》\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(18, 2, 156); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eSi Fang Bao Ding, \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(90, 1, 1); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eHigh-fired Tai Xi Duan Ni 台西段泥~高温烧\u003c\/span\u003e, with \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(2, 79, 22); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003ecoloured clay sculpting of the Plum Blossoms 梅花~彩色泥绘!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e~~~~~~~~~~~~~\u003cbr\u003eSavour BOTH of Craftsman's Gao Xiang's Pot Craftsmanship AND COLOURED Clay Sculpting 彩色泥绘!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260329_181500.jpg?v=1774794015\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260329_181504.jpg?v=1774794015\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260329_181528.jpg?v=1774794015\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260329_181531.jpg?v=1774794015\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260329_181536.jpg?v=1774794014\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260329_181607.jpg?v=1774794015\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260329_181619.jpg?v=1774794015\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260329_181850_1.jpg?v=1774794016\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eClay Sculpting with the applied embellishments, is challenging and raises the likelihood of failure at firing: through cracks at the thin ZiSha clay appliqué, which would be irreparable.  If the clay sculpting comes off, these are irreparable, and the whole pot has to be abandoned.  Zhu Shu needs to craft again.  Generally success rate is one in two.\u003cb\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eColor Clay Sculpting is more difficult and requires higher experience, as the colors pre-firing is different from the colors manifested post-firing, hence the Craftsman must be able to envision the final post-fired effect and color, as she applies fresh ZiSha paste during this Clay Sculpting process!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eHaving the skill of knowing what ZiSha paste to sculpt with is one thing, having the petals and all, having the 3-Dimensional Effect, varying thickness to beautifully bring up the aesthetic appreciation of the Orchids, is another forté which must be mastered together by Craftsman Zhu Shu.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e~~~~~~~~~~\u003cbr\u003e45-degree 1mm-chamfering, A) At Edge of Top Opening, and B) All around the Lid:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260329_181244.jpg?v=1774794015\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260329_182214.jpg?v=1774794015\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260329_182218.jpg?v=1774794014\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260329_182230.jpg?v=1774794015\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260329_182238.jpg?v=1774794015\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260329_182249.jpg?v=1774794015\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260329_182305.jpg?v=1774794015\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260329_182324.jpg?v=1774794015\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260329_182311.jpg?v=1774794015\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260329_182316.jpg?v=1774794014\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260329_182352.jpg?v=1774794014\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260329_182354.jpg?v=1774794015\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260329_182430.jpg?v=1774794015\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe carefully, deftly and diligently crafted largest possible 3+3+3 holes hand-pushed in filter for amazing great pour from a small-volume ~165ml work!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260329_214226.jpg?v=1774794015\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260329_181742.jpg?v=1774794015\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: rgb(0, 48, 120);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eOur Cao Family's Tai Xi Duan Ni, this time high-fired.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260329_181249.jpg?v=1774794015\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260329_181454.jpg?v=1774794015\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260329_181318.jpg?v=1774794015\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003eShrinkage of ZiSha:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260329_181714.jpg?v=1774794015\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260329_181729.jpg?v=1774794015\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260329_213937.jpg?v=1774794015\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260329_214015.jpg?v=1774794015\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260329_214007.jpg?v=1774794015\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260329_214105.jpg?v=1774794015\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: rgb(0, 48, 120);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: rgb(0, 48, 120);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(87, 0, 0); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eZiSha Art is the most amazing carrier medium, housing various aspects of Chinese Cultural Arts!\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eHere in this Si Fang He Piao by Craftsman Gao Xiang,you enjoy the embodiment of\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(23, 0, 113); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e1.  Fully-Handmade ZiSha Art and Craft 紫砂美术与工艺,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(23, 0, 113); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e2.  Painting 绘画,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(23, 0, 113); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e3.  Clay Sculpting 泥绘.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(87, 0, 0); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eHold, Use and Keep relishing the delightful aspects of our Chinese Culture in your daily life, in solitude, in practice, during hospitality to family and friends alike!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(87, 0, 0); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eSavour the journey, dearest Friends :-D\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: rgb(125, 7, 7);\"\u003eWe wish all our dearest friends in you, to enjoy it, use it, savour it and feel the aura of our Chinese YiXing Art!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e~~~~~~~~~~~~\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCraftsman Gao Xiang is NOW proudly one of us and he will be featuring consistently, with Zhang Huan, Zhu Shu, Yang Pin Ting, Gu Xiao Ming, Chen Fa Chu, et al.  \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #b70000;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eCraftsman Gao Xiang's works are highly scrutinised and praised too!by our Senior Masters, and deemed to be ready for you, delectable for your use and a long lasting permanent ZiSha work in your collection.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e~~~\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCherish it as they do not come easy, with the firing kiln enabling only a 60-70% success rate for this detailed Polygonal + coloured Clay embellishment sculpting Art, i.e. fire 3, and two or less will be successful.  This is SPECIALLY crafted for all of you friends at ~110ml to suit the gungfu solo steeping practice!  Still good for steeping for two people at a sitting!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHold one, hold up one, swing his work around.  Carefully examine his Fully-Handmade work.  Look at it from afar, from near, and it will grow on you.  The whole piece grow on you because 1) he takes reference from what the Senior Masters chose for him, 2) and he amazingly crafts them up EXACTLY as to what the Senior Masters want from him: extreme fine detailing with MUCH THOUGHT on each part, with MUCH TIME spent on every part, section.  Because this is what Fully-Handmade ZiSha Art should be, and HOW FULLY-HANDMADE ZISHA ART is so different from and light years ahead of the ubiquitous jigger-machined pots and half-handmade pots masquerading under the sales tagline of \"fully-handmade zisha\" pots.\u003c\/strong\u003e  These latter JM\/HHM pots are made in what we call 流水线 a.k.a. 'Factory-Line operation' whereby the main pot body after being jigger-machined or coming off from the mould, is passed to the next worker who fits on the spout, and subsequently this second worker will pass the pot on to another worker who will in turn fit on the handle.  Continuing so, the pressed lid is likewise passed to another worker who fit on the lid knob.  \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEACH WORKER has NO IDEA what the other one is doing,\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e and they are always working on fixed time lines stated by the boss.  For example, the worker being \"passed the baton\" a pot with the spout just fixed onto the body by his colleague, will only focus on fixing on the handle, \u003cstrong\u003ewith nil to little regard to WHETHER THE HANDLE fixed on will be cohesive with the spout.  Each worker has NO idea of HOW THE FINAL POT WILL LOOK LIKE.\u003c\/strong\u003e  Beyond poor craftsmanship and clay, the result of such processes are ugly pots with poor cohesiveness which experienced Artists, Craftsmen and collectors will tell from a metre away.  Experienced people in us, do not need to pick up a pot to check whether it is fully-handmade or made of zisha, we can tell from a metre away just by looking at the pot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e~~~~~~~~~~~~\u003cbr\u003eThe keywords are: Detailing and Cohesiveness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA GOOD Fully-Handmade ZiSha Work combines great detailing and cohesiveness.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e~~~\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 27, 174);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eExplained, https:\/\/www.realzisha.com\/blogs\/news\/actual-zisha-landscape-at-yixing , the Craftsman by selling his hard-worked ZiSha craft at $190-$240, $45-$65 goes to the cost of the craft, inclusive of the fees for the firing for the kiln operator (three times per pot), the packaging boxes, and between $32 to $52 for the clay (Zi Ni Di Cao Qing, Duan Ni and upwards) used per pot.\u003c\/span\u003e   Craftsman takes 3 days (fastest 2.5days) to craft a pot.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 27, 174);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIf he works 30 days a month without a single day of rest (no family time), he will craft 10-12 pots.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eIf he crafts for 25 days (five days of rest a month), his output will be 8-10 pots.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe success rate for Zi Ni (e.g. Di Cao Qing, Lao Zi Ni, Da Shui Tan etc) and Duan Ni (e.g. Jiang Po Ni, Qing Hui Duan, etc) is 70% on average.  Some times the whole batch of 10 may fail.  We have seen our Craftsmen suffer like this very often.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe success rate for Zhu Ni (e.g. Xiao Mei Yao Zhu Ni) pots is 60%, or 70% with most optimism and at the very, very best.  Unfortunately.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eAll of us at RealZiSha of course, hope for one another, professional colleagues and all, that all the pots will survive firing at the kiln successfully.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e[For ZiSha models\/designs that are very challenging and more complicated to craft, the time taken to craft will be longer, and the failure rate will be higher as well.  Zi Sha by its virtue, have the highest shrinkage rate of all ceramic clay.  Zi Ni and Duan Ni thus have that 70% success rate, while Zhu Ni has even higher shrinkage rate and thus even lower success rate (the lowest of all ceramic clay.)]\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOur Craftsmen are wholeheartedly committed to the cause of Fully-Handmade ZiSha Art and their strictness with their craft and dedication earn our respect.  We give a big Thank You all of these Craftsmen, for they are saving what is our common precious tea culture: Tea + Fully-Handmade ZiSha Art and Craft.  Your support is critical to their livelihood and the existence of this craft for all of the tea fraternity.\u003cbr\u003eThank you Friends!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; 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ON Canada🇨🇦!","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: rgb(0, 48, 120);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e《贤明\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e六方》\"Xian Ming Liu Fang ~ The Sagacious Six-Sided\"!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260330_172109.jpg?v=1775235494\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260330_172019.jpg?v=1775235494\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cb\u003eGao Xiang is with you now, crafting beguiling and stunning handy-volumed Polygonal class works for all of you.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003eHim b\u003c\/span\u003eeing a very honest friend whom Zhang Huan, Zhu Shu and Yang Ping Ting respect a lot in their clay sculpting trainings several years ago, all of us managed to convince him, to join us in September 2025!  And yes here he is for all of you friends! \u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eWe are all very happy and over the moon!!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260330_171228.jpg?v=1775235494\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260330_171201_1.jpg?v=1775235494\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260403_142454.jpg?v=1775235494\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003eGao Xiang, at age of 31 now, has been particularly fond of small Polygonal class works since fifteen years ago when he picked up and trained hard in Fully-Handmaking works!\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eHe receives of course, the nod of quality by Senior Consummate Master Yuan Hui!\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eAll of the Craftsmen now in the group too are very happy that from now on, they can all complement one another!\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eSmall (100-160ml) Polygonal works are his area of focus and forte, this being is his love which he does best in!\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eWe really hope all of you friends and ZiSha aficionados will agree with our team here that his works are amazing in craftsmanship and artistic direction under the auspices of Senior Consummate Master Yuan Hui!  All afforded at the most affordable price in the market, and of delicate savoir-faire and workmanship!  Very happy that he will now be here permanently with all of you!\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eA lot of hard work from all of us, and we will continue fighting very hard against all odds, for all of you. \u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eWe love our Fully-Handmade ZiSha Art and are very grateful and over the moon whenever each piece goes to your homes.\u003cbr\u003ePresenting here, proudly to all of you, by Craftsman Gao Xiang:\u003cbr\u003eHis Xian Ming Liu Fang!\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  Six-Sided, Sleek, LOW-SLUNG \u003c\/span\u003ePolygonal, small volume, with the 45-degree 1mm chamfering that Senior Master Yuan Hui approves of and smiles at!\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eNot content, we pass him our Cao Family’s Tai Xi Duan Ni we mined from Huang Long Shan (Tai Xi Quarry\/Mine pit is one of the famous and favourite mine locations at Huang Long Shan), and we high-fire them to manifest this beautiful beige-yellow-light brown colour.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  Going\u003c\/span\u003e further, how can we not let Gao Xiang add his finishing work with his coloured clay sculpting!  Everything in, a stunning 150ml volume work to serve you for your entire lifetime.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eWe cheer for Craftsman Gao Xiang and thank him for his years of dedication to ZiSha and his love of delicate Polygonal works!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260330_171416_1.jpg?v=1775235494\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260403_142350.jpg?v=1775235494\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260403_143136.jpg?v=1775235494\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260403_142440.jpg?v=1775235494\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260403_142527.jpg?v=1775235494\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260403_142550.jpg?v=1775235494\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260403_142723.jpg?v=1775235494\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260403_142749.jpg?v=1775235494\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260403_142857.jpg?v=1775235494\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260330_171810_1.jpg?v=1775235494\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(18, 2, 156); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eCraftsman Gao Xiang 高翔, presents here, the\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\" style=\"color: rgb(18, 2, 156); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e《贤明六方》\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(18, 2, 156); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eSi Fang Bao Ding, \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(90, 1, 1); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eHigh-fired Tai Xi Duan Ni 台西段泥~高温烧\u003c\/span\u003e, with \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(2, 79, 22); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003ecoloured clay sculpting of Shan Shui 山水~彩色泥绘!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e~~~~~~~~~~~~~\u003cbr\u003eSavour BOTH of Craftsman's Gao Xiang's Pot Craftsmanship AND COLOURED Clay Sculpting 彩色泥绘!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260403_150241.jpg?v=1775235494\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260403_150105.jpg?v=1775235494\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260403_150126.jpg?v=1775235494\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260403_150131.jpg?v=1775235494\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260403_150254.jpg?v=1775235494\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260403_150259_0.jpg?v=1775235494\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260403_150325.jpg?v=1775235494\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260403_150311.jpg?v=1775235494\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260403_150359.jpg?v=1775235494\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260403_150406.jpg?v=1775235494\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260403_150410.jpg?v=1775235494\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260330_171610_1.jpg?v=1775235494\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eClay Sculpting with the applied embellishments, is challenging and raises the likelihood of failure at firing: through cracks at the thin ZiSha clay appliqué, which would be irreparable.  If the clay sculpting comes off, these are irreparable, and the whole pot has to be abandoned.  Zhu Shu needs to craft again.  Generally success rate is one in two.\u003cb\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eColor Clay Sculpting is more difficult and requires higher experience, as the colors pre-firing is different from the colors manifested post-firing, hence the Craftsman must be able to envision the final post-fired effect and color, as she applies fresh ZiSha paste during this Clay Sculpting process!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eHaving the skill of knowing what ZiSha paste to sculpt with is one thing, having the petals and all, having the 3-Dimensional Effect, varying thickness to beautifully bring up the aesthetic appreciation of the Orchids, is another forté which must be mastered together by Craftsman Zhu Shu.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e~~~~~~~~~~\u003cbr\u003e45-degree 1mm-chamfering, A) At Shoulder Edge, and B) All around the Lid:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260403_142938.jpg?v=1775235494\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260403_142818.jpg?v=1775235494\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260403_143012.jpg?v=1775235494\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260403_150637.jpg?v=1775235494\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260403_150650.jpg?v=1775235494\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260403_150659.jpg?v=1775235494\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260403_150750.jpg?v=1775235494\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260403_150831.jpg?v=1775235494\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260403_150843.jpg?v=1775235494\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260403_150853.jpg?v=1775235494\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260403_151020.jpg?v=1775235494\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260402_182800.jpg?v=1775235494\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260402_182850.jpg?v=1775235494\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260402_182858.jpg?v=1775235494\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260402_182905.jpg?v=1775235494\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe carefully, deftly and diligently hand-pushed in filter for amazing great pour from a small-volume ~135ml work!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260403_175334.jpg?v=1775235494\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260403_143136.jpg?v=1775235494\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: rgb(0, 48, 120);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eOur Cao Family's Tai Xi Duan Ni, this time high-fired.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260403_143012.jpg?v=1775235494\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260403_143033.jpg?v=1775235494\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003eShrinkage of Fully-Handmade ZiSha:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260403_143051.jpg?v=1775235494\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260403_143102.jpg?v=1775235495\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260403_175007.jpg?v=1775235494\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260403_175211.jpg?v=1775235494\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260403_150547.jpg?v=1775235494\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: rgb(0, 48, 120);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: rgb(0, 48, 120);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(87, 0, 0); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eZiSha Art is the most amazing carrier medium, housing various aspects of Chinese Cultural Arts!\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eHere in this Xian Ming Liu Fang by Craftsman Gao Xiang,you enjoy the embodiment of\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(23, 0, 113); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e1.  Fully-Handmade ZiSha Art and Craft 紫砂美术与工艺,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(23, 0, 113); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e2.  Painting 绘画,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(23, 0, 113); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e3.  Clay Sculpting 泥绘.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(87, 0, 0); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eHold, Use and Keep relishing the delightful aspects of our Chinese Culture in your daily life, in solitude, in practice, during hospitality to family and friends alike!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(87, 0, 0); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eSavour the journey, dearest Friends :-D\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: rgb(125, 7, 7);\"\u003eWe wish all our dearest friends in you, to enjoy it, use it, savour it and feel the aura of our Chinese YiXing Art!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e~~~~~~~~~~~~\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCraftsman Gao Xiang is NOW proudly one of us and he will be featuring consistently, with Zhang Huan, Zhu Shu, Yang Pin Ting, Gu Xiao Ming, Chen Fa Chu, et al.  \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #b70000;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eCraftsman Gao Xiang's works are highly scrutinised and praised too!by our Senior Masters, and deemed to be ready for you, delectable for your use and a long lasting permanent ZiSha work in your collection.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e~~~\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCherish it as they do not come easy, with the firing kiln enabling only a 60-70% success rate for this detailed Polygonal + coloured Clay embellishment sculpting Art, i.e. fire 3, and two or less will be successful.  This is SPECIALLY crafted for all of you friends at ~110ml to suit the gungfu solo steeping practice!  Still good for steeping for two people at a sitting!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHold one, hold up one, swing his work around.  Carefully examine his Fully-Handmade work.  Look at it from afar, from near, and it will grow on you.  The whole piece grow on you because 1) he takes reference from what the Senior Masters chose for him, 2) and he amazingly crafts them up EXACTLY as to what the Senior Masters want from him: extreme fine detailing with MUCH THOUGHT on each part, with MUCH TIME spent on every part, section.  Because this is what Fully-Handmade ZiSha Art should be, and HOW FULLY-HANDMADE ZISHA ART is so different from and light years ahead of the ubiquitous jigger-machined pots and half-handmade pots masquerading under the sales tagline of \"fully-handmade zisha\" pots.\u003c\/strong\u003e  These latter JM\/HHM pots are made in what we call 流水线 a.k.a. 'Factory-Line operation' whereby the main pot body after being jigger-machined or coming off from the mould, is passed to the next worker who fits on the spout, and subsequently this second worker will pass the pot on to another worker who will in turn fit on the handle.  Continuing so, the pressed lid is likewise passed to another worker who fit on the lid knob.  \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEACH WORKER has NO IDEA what the other one is doing,\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e and they are always working on fixed time lines stated by the boss.  For example, the worker being \"passed the baton\" a pot with the spout just fixed onto the body by his colleague, will only focus on fixing on the handle, \u003cstrong\u003ewith nil to little regard to WHETHER THE HANDLE fixed on will be cohesive with the spout.  Each worker has NO idea of HOW THE FINAL POT WILL LOOK LIKE.\u003c\/strong\u003e  Beyond poor craftsmanship and clay, the result of such processes are ugly pots with poor cohesiveness which experienced Artists, Craftsmen and collectors will tell from a metre away.  Experienced people in us, do not need to pick up a pot to check whether it is fully-handmade or made of zisha, we can tell from a metre away just by looking at the pot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e~~~~~~~~~~~~\u003cbr\u003eThe keywords are: Detailing and Cohesiveness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA GOOD Fully-Handmade ZiSha Work combines great detailing and cohesiveness.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e~~~\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 27, 174);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eExplained, https:\/\/www.realzisha.com\/blogs\/news\/actual-zisha-landscape-at-yixing , the Craftsman by selling his hard-worked ZiSha craft at $190-$240, $45-$65 goes to the cost of the craft, inclusive of the fees for the firing for the kiln operator (three times per pot), the packaging boxes, and between $32 to $52 for the clay (Zi Ni Di Cao Qing, Duan Ni and upwards) used per pot.\u003c\/span\u003e   Craftsman takes 3 days (fastest 2.5days) to craft a pot.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 27, 174);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIf he works 30 days a month without a single day of rest (no family time), he will craft 10-12 pots.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eIf he crafts for 25 days (five days of rest a month), his output will be 8-10 pots.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe success rate for Zi Ni (e.g. Di Cao Qing, Lao Zi Ni, Da Shui Tan etc) and Duan Ni (e.g. Jiang Po Ni, Qing Hui Duan, etc) is 70% on average.  Some times the whole batch of 10 may fail.  We have seen our Craftsmen suffer like this very often.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe success rate for Zhu Ni (e.g. Xiao Mei Yao Zhu Ni) pots is 60%, or 70% with most optimism and at the very, very best.  Unfortunately.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eAll of us at RealZiSha of course, hope for one another, professional colleagues and all, that all the pots will survive firing at the kiln successfully.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e[For ZiSha models\/designs that are very challenging and more complicated to craft, the time taken to craft will be longer, and the failure rate will be higher as well.  Zi Sha by its virtue, have the highest shrinkage rate of all ceramic clay.  Zi Ni and Duan Ni thus have that 70% success rate, while Zhu Ni has even higher shrinkage rate and thus even lower success rate (the lowest of all ceramic clay.)]\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOur Craftsmen are wholeheartedly committed to the cause of Fully-Handmade ZiSha Art and their strictness with their craft and dedication earn our respect.  We give a big Thank You all of these Craftsmen, for they are saving what is our common precious tea culture: Tea + Fully-Handmade ZiSha Art and Craft.  Your support is critical to their livelihood and the existence of this craft for all of the tea fraternity.\u003cbr\u003eThank you Friends!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; 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CA!","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: rgb(0, 48, 120);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e《贤明\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e六方》\"Xian Ming Liu Fang ~ The Sagacious Six-Sided\"!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260402_174836.jpg?v=1775238742\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260402_174732.jpg?v=1775238742\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cb\u003eGao Xiang is with you now, crafting beguiling and stunning handy-volumed Polygonal class works for all of you.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003eHim b\u003c\/span\u003eeing a very honest friend whom Zhang Huan, Zhu Shu and Yang Ping Ting respect a lot in their clay sculpting trainings several years ago, all of us managed to convince him, to join us in September 2025!  And yes here he is for all of you friends! \u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eWe are all very happy and over the moon!!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260402_175657.jpg?v=1775238742\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260402_175610_1.jpg?v=1775238742\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260403_151206.jpg?v=1775238742\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003eGao Xiang, at age of 31 now, has been particularly fond of small Polygonal class works since fifteen years ago when he picked up and trained hard in Fully-Handmaking works!\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eHe receives of course, the nod of quality by Senior Consummate Master Yuan Hui!\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eAll of the Craftsmen now in the group too are very happy that from now on, they can all complement one another!\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eSmall (100-160ml) Polygonal works are his area of focus and forte, this being is his love which he does best in!\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eWe really hope all of you friends and ZiSha aficionados will agree with our team here that his works are amazing in craftsmanship and artistic direction under the auspices of Senior Consummate Master Yuan Hui!  All afforded at the most affordable price in the market, and of delicate savoir-faire and workmanship!  Very happy that he will now be here permanently with all of you!\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eA lot of hard work from all of us, and we will continue fighting very hard against all odds, for all of you. \u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eWe love our Fully-Handmade ZiSha Art and are very grateful and over the moon whenever each piece goes to your homes.\u003cbr\u003ePresenting here, proudly to all of you, by Craftsman Gao Xiang:\u003cbr\u003eHis Xian Ming Liu Fang!\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  Six-Sided, Sleek, LOW-SLUNG \u003c\/span\u003ePolygonal, small volume, with the 45-degree 1mm chamfering that Senior Master Yuan Hui approves of and smiles at!\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eNot content, we pass him our Cao Family’s Tai Xi Duan Ni we mined from Huang Long Shan (Tai Xi Quarry\/Mine pit is one of the famous and favourite mine locations at Huang Long Shan), and we high-fire them to manifest this beautiful beige-yellow-light brown colour.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  Going\u003c\/span\u003e further, how can we not let Gao Xiang add his finishing work with his coloured clay sculpting!  Everything in, a stunning 150ml volume work to serve you for your entire lifetime.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eWe cheer for Craftsman Gao Xiang and thank him for his years of dedication to ZiSha and his love of delicate Polygonal works!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260402_175809.jpg?v=1775238742\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260403_151122.jpg?v=1775238742\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260403_152028.jpg?v=1775238741\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260403_152025.jpg?v=1775238742\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260403_151154.jpg?v=1775238742\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260403_151216.jpg?v=1775238742\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260403_151309.jpg?v=1775238742\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260403_151356.jpg?v=1775238745\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260403_151403.jpg?v=1775238742\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260403_151457.jpg?v=1775238742\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260403_151508.jpg?v=1775238742\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260402_180110_1.jpg?v=1775238742\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(18, 2, 156); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eCraftsman Gao Xiang 高翔, presents here, the\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(18, 2, 156); text-decoration: underline;\" class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e《贤明六方》\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(18, 2, 156); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eSi Fang Bao Ding, \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(90, 1, 1); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eHigh-fired Tai Xi Duan Ni 台西段泥~高温烧\u003c\/span\u003e, with \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(2, 79, 22); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003ecoloured clay sculpting of Shan Shui 山水~彩色泥绘!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e~~~~~~~~~~~~~\u003cbr\u003eSavour BOTH of Craftsman's Gao Xiang's Pot Craftsmanship AND COLOURED Clay Sculpting 彩色泥绘!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260403_151744.jpg?v=1775238742\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260403_151639.jpg?v=1775238742\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260403_151756.jpg?v=1775238741\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260403_151809.jpg?v=1775238742\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260403_151817.jpg?v=1775238742\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260403_151826.jpg?v=1775238742\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260403_151832.jpg?v=1775238742\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260403_151851.jpg?v=1775238742\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260403_151856.jpg?v=1775238742\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260403_151909.jpg?v=1775238742\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260402_175832.jpg?v=1775238741\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eClay Sculpting with the applied embellishments, is challenging and raises the likelihood of failure at firing: through cracks at the thin ZiSha clay appliqué, which would be irreparable.  If the clay sculpting comes off, these are irreparable, and the whole pot has to be abandoned.  Zhu Shu needs to craft again.  Generally success rate is one in two.\u003cb\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eColor Clay Sculpting is more difficult and requires higher experience, as the colors pre-firing is different from the colors manifested post-firing, hence the Craftsman must be able to envision the final post-fired effect and color, as she applies fresh ZiSha paste during this Clay Sculpting process!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eHaving the skill of knowing what ZiSha paste to sculpt with is one thing, having the petals and all, having the 3-Dimensional Effect, varying thickness to beautifully bring up the aesthetic appreciation of the Orchids, is another forté which must be mastered together by Craftsman Zhu Shu.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e~~~~~~~~~~\u003cbr\u003e45-degree 1mm-chamfering, A) At Shoulder Edge, and B) All around the Lid, and C) at both the lower edges of the body!:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260403_151514.jpg?v=1775238742\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260403_151412.jpg?v=1775238742\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260403_151534.jpg?v=1775238742\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260403_152347.jpg?v=1775238742\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260403_152356.jpg?v=1775238741\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260403_152408.jpg?v=1775238742\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260403_152433.jpg?v=1775238742\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260403_152444.jpg?v=1775238742\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260403_152451.jpg?v=1775238742\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260403_152455.jpg?v=1775238741\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260403_152458.jpg?v=1775238741\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260403_152524.jpg?v=1775238742\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260402_183207.jpg?v=1775238742\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260402_183238.jpg?v=1775238742\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260402_183243.jpg?v=1775238742\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260402_183437.jpg?v=1775238742\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260402_183357.jpg?v=1775238742\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260402_183400.jpg?v=1775238742\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260402_183405.jpg?v=1775238741\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260402_183523.jpg?v=1775238742\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe carefully, deftly and diligently crafted hand-pushed in filter for amazing great pour from a small-volume ~150ml work!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260403_182420.jpg?v=1775238742\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260403_182624.jpg?v=1775238742\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: rgb(0, 48, 120);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eOur Cao Family's Tai Xi Duan Ni, this time high-fired.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260403_151555.jpg?v=1775238742\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260403_151607.jpg?v=1775238743\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003eShrinkage of Fully-Handmade ZiSha work:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260403_151959.jpg?v=1775238742\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260403_152009.jpg?v=1775238742\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260403_182051.jpg?v=1775238742\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260403_182226.jpg?v=1775238742\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260403_152317.jpg?v=1775238742\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: rgb(0, 48, 120);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: rgb(0, 48, 120);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(87, 0, 0); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eZiSha Art is the most amazing carrier medium, housing various aspects of Chinese Cultural Arts!\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eHere in this Xian Ming Liu Fang by Craftsman Gao Xiang,you enjoy the embodiment of\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(23, 0, 113); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e1.  Fully-Handmade ZiSha Art and Craft 紫砂美术与工艺,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(23, 0, 113); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e2.  Painting 绘画,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(23, 0, 113); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e3.  Clay Sculpting 泥绘.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(87, 0, 0); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eHold, Use and Keep relishing the delightful aspects of our Chinese Culture in your daily life, in solitude, in practice, during hospitality to family and friends alike!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(87, 0, 0); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eSavour the journey, dearest Friends :-D\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: rgb(125, 7, 7);\"\u003eWe wish all our dearest friends in you, to enjoy it, use it, savour it and feel the aura of our Chinese YiXing Art!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e~~~~~~~~~~~~\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCraftsman Gao Xiang is NOW proudly one of us and he will be featuring consistently, with Zhang Huan, Zhu Shu, Yang Pin Ting, Gu Xiao Ming, Chen Fa Chu, et al.  \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #b70000;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eCraftsman Gao Xiang's works are highly scrutinised and praised too!by our Senior Masters, and deemed to be ready for you, delectable for your use and a long lasting permanent ZiSha work in your collection.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e~~~\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCherish it as they do not come easy, with the firing kiln enabling only a 60-70% success rate for this detailed Polygonal + coloured Clay embellishment sculpting Art, i.e. fire 3, and two or less will be successful.  This is SPECIALLY crafted for all of you friends at ~110ml to suit the gungfu solo steeping practice!  Still good for steeping for two people at a sitting!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHold one, hold up one, swing his work around.  Carefully examine his Fully-Handmade work.  Look at it from afar, from near, and it will grow on you.  The whole piece grow on you because 1) he takes reference from what the Senior Masters chose for him, 2) and he amazingly crafts them up EXACTLY as to what the Senior Masters want from him: extreme fine detailing with MUCH THOUGHT on each part, with MUCH TIME spent on every part, section.  Because this is what Fully-Handmade ZiSha Art should be, and HOW FULLY-HANDMADE ZISHA ART is so different from and light years ahead of the ubiquitous jigger-machined pots and half-handmade pots masquerading under the sales tagline of \"fully-handmade zisha\" pots.\u003c\/strong\u003e  These latter JM\/HHM pots are made in what we call 流水线 a.k.a. 'Factory-Line operation' whereby the main pot body after being jigger-machined or coming off from the mould, is passed to the next worker who fits on the spout, and subsequently this second worker will pass the pot on to another worker who will in turn fit on the handle.  Continuing so, the pressed lid is likewise passed to another worker who fit on the lid knob.  \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEACH WORKER has NO IDEA what the other one is doing,\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e and they are always working on fixed time lines stated by the boss.  For example, the worker being \"passed the baton\" a pot with the spout just fixed onto the body by his colleague, will only focus on fixing on the handle, \u003cstrong\u003ewith nil to little regard to WHETHER THE HANDLE fixed on will be cohesive with the spout.  Each worker has NO idea of HOW THE FINAL POT WILL LOOK LIKE.\u003c\/strong\u003e  Beyond poor craftsmanship and clay, the result of such processes are ugly pots with poor cohesiveness which experienced Artists, Craftsmen and collectors will tell from a metre away.  Experienced people in us, do not need to pick up a pot to check whether it is fully-handmade or made of zisha, we can tell from a metre away just by looking at the pot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e~~~~~~~~~~~~\u003cbr\u003eThe keywords are: Detailing and Cohesiveness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA GOOD Fully-Handmade ZiSha Work combines great detailing and cohesiveness.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e~~~\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 27, 174);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eExplained, https:\/\/www.realzisha.com\/blogs\/news\/actual-zisha-landscape-at-yixing , the Craftsman by selling his hard-worked ZiSha craft at $190-$240, $45-$65 goes to the cost of the craft, inclusive of the fees for the firing for the kiln operator (three times per pot), the packaging boxes, and between $32 to $52 for the clay (Zi Ni Di Cao Qing, Duan Ni and upwards) used per pot.\u003c\/span\u003e   Craftsman takes 3 days (fastest 2.5days) to craft a pot.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 27, 174);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIf he works 30 days a month without a single day of rest (no family time), he will craft 10-12 pots.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eIf he crafts for 25 days (five days of rest a month), his output will be 8-10 pots.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe success rate for Zi Ni (e.g. Di Cao Qing, Lao Zi Ni, Da Shui Tan etc) and Duan Ni (e.g. Jiang Po Ni, Qing Hui Duan, etc) is 70% on average.  Some times the whole batch of 10 may fail.  We have seen our Craftsmen suffer like this very often.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe success rate for Zhu Ni (e.g. Xiao Mei Yao Zhu Ni) pots is 60%, or 70% with most optimism and at the very, very best.  Unfortunately.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eAll of us at RealZiSha of course, hope for one another, professional colleagues and all, that all the pots will survive firing at the kiln successfully.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e[For ZiSha models\/designs that are very challenging and more complicated to craft, the time taken to craft will be longer, and the failure rate will be higher as well.  Zi Sha by its virtue, have the highest shrinkage rate of all ceramic clay.  Zi Ni and Duan Ni thus have that 70% success rate, while Zhu Ni has even higher shrinkage rate and thus even lower success rate (the lowest of all ceramic clay.)]\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOur Craftsmen are wholeheartedly committed to the cause of Fully-Handmade ZiSha Art and their strictness with their craft and dedication earn our respect.  We give a big Thank You all of these Craftsmen, for they are saving what is our common precious tea culture: Tea + Fully-Handmade ZiSha Art and Craft.  Your support is critical to their livelihood and the existence of this craft for all of the tea fraternity.\u003cbr\u003eThank you Friends!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; 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NY!","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: rgb(0, 48, 120);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e《贤明\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e六方》\"Xian Ming Liu Fang ~ The Sagacious Six-Sided\"!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260404_120015.jpg?v=1775314950\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260404_120124.jpg?v=1775314951\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cb\u003eGao Xiang is with you now, crafting beguiling and stunning handy-volumed Polygonal class works for all of you.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003eHim b\u003c\/span\u003eeing a very honest friend whom Zhang Huan, Zhu Shu and Yang Ping Ting respect a lot in their clay sculpting trainings several years ago, all of us managed to convince him, to join us in September 2025!  And yes here he is for all of you friends! \u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eWe are all very happy and over the moon!!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260404_135022.jpg?v=1775314950\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260404_120154_1.jpg?v=1775314951\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003eGao Xiang, at age of 31 now, has been particularly fond of small Polygonal class works since fifteen years ago when he picked up and trained hard in Fully-Handmaking works!\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eHe receives of course, the nod of quality by Senior Consummate Master Yuan Hui!\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eAll of the Craftsmen now in the group too are very happy that from now on, they can all complement one another!\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eSmall (100-160ml) Polygonal works are his area of focus and forte, this being is his love which he does best in!\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eWe really hope all of you friends and ZiSha aficionados will agree with our team here that his works are amazing in craftsmanship and artistic direction under the auspices of Senior Consummate Master Yuan Hui!  All afforded at the most affordable price in the market, and of delicate savoir-faire and workmanship!  Very happy that he will now be here permanently with all of you!\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eA lot of hard work from all of us, and we will continue fighting very hard against all odds, for all of you. \u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eWe love our Fully-Handmade ZiSha Art and are very grateful and over the moon whenever each piece goes to your homes.\u003cbr\u003ePresenting here, proudly to all of you, by Craftsman Gao Xiang:\u003cbr\u003eHis Xian Ming Liu Fang!\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  Six-Sided, Sleek, LOW-SLUNG \u003c\/span\u003ePolygonal, small volume, with the 45-degree 1mm chamfering that Senior Master Yuan Hui approves of and smiles at!\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eNot content, we pass him our Cao Family’s Tai Xi Duan Ni we mined from Huang Long Shan (Tai Xi Quarry\/Mine pit is one of the famous and favourite mine locations at Huang Long Shan), and we high-fire them to manifest this beautiful beige-yellow-light brown colour.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  Going\u003c\/span\u003e further, how can we not let Gao Xiang add his finishing work with his coloured clay sculpting!  Everything in, a stunning 150ml volume work to serve you for your entire lifetime.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eWe cheer for Craftsman Gao Xiang and thank him for his years of dedication to ZiSha and his love of delicate Polygonal works!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260404_135353_1.jpg?v=1775314951\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260404_120159.jpg?v=1775314951\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260404_135337_1.jpg?v=1775314950\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260403_151154.jpg?v=1775241739\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260404_120500.jpg?v=1775314951\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260404_120552.jpg?v=1775314951\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260404_120602.jpg?v=1775314950\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260404_120700.jpg?v=1775314951\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260404_135520_1.jpg?v=1775314951\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(18, 2, 156); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eCraftsman Gao Xiang 高翔, presents here, the\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\" style=\"color: rgb(18, 2, 156); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e《贤明六方》\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(18, 2, 156); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eSi Fang Bao Ding, \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(90, 1, 1); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eHigh-fired Tai Xi Duan Ni 台西段泥~高温烧\u003c\/span\u003e, with \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(2, 79, 22); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003ecoloured clay sculpting of Shan Shui 山水~彩色泥绘!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e~~~~~~~~~~~~~\u003cbr\u003eSavour BOTH of Craftsman's Gao Xiang's Pot Craftsmanship AND COLOURED Clay Sculpting 彩色泥绘!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260404_120243_1.jpg?v=1775314951\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260404_225655.jpg?v=1775314951\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260404_225659.jpg?v=1775314951\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260404_225734.jpg?v=1775314951\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260404_225741.jpg?v=1775314950\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260404_225817.jpg?v=1775314951\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260404_225744.jpg?v=1775314951\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260404_225747.jpg?v=1775314951\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260404_225803.jpg?v=1775314951\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260404_225823.jpg?v=1775314950\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260404_225828.jpg?v=1775314951\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260404_225841.jpg?v=1775314950\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260404_225850.jpg?v=1775314951\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260404_135248_1.jpg?v=1775314950\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eClay Sculpting with the applied embellishments, is challenging and raises the likelihood of failure at firing: through cracks at the thin ZiSha clay appliqué, which would be irreparable.  If the clay sculpting comes off, these are irreparable, and the whole pot has to be abandoned.  Zhu Shu needs to craft again.  Generally success rate is one in two.\u003cb\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eColor Clay Sculpting is more difficult and requires higher experience, as the colors pre-firing is different from the colors manifested post-firing, hence the Craftsman must be able to envision the final post-fired effect and color, as she applies fresh ZiSha paste during this Clay Sculpting process!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eHaving the skill of knowing what ZiSha paste to sculpt with is one thing, having the petals and all, having the 3-Dimensional Effect, varying thickness to beautifully bring up the aesthetic appreciation of the Orchids, is another forté which must be mastered together by Craftsman Zhu Shu.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e~~~~~~~~~~\u003cbr\u003e45-degree 1mm-chamfering, A) At Shoulder Edge, and B) All around the Lid, and C) at both the lower edges of the body!:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260404_120710.jpg?v=1775314951\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260404_120725.jpg?v=1775314950\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260404_120740.jpg?v=1775314951\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260404_135950.jpg?v=1775314951\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260404_140053.jpg?v=1775314950\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260404_140117.jpg?v=1775314950\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260404_140535.jpg?v=1775314951\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260404_140349.jpg?v=1775314950\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260404_140352.jpg?v=1775314950\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260404_140400.jpg?v=1775314950\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260404_140408.jpg?v=1775314950\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260404_140519.jpg?v=1775314951\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260404_140736.jpg?v=1775314951\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260404_140805.jpg?v=1775314950\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260404_140830.jpg?v=1775314950\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260404_140839.jpg?v=1775314951\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260404_140844.jpg?v=1775314950\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260404_140847.jpg?v=1775314950\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260404_140857.jpg?v=1775314950\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260404_140909.jpg?v=1775314950\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260404_140931_1.jpg?v=1775314950\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe carefully, deftly and diligently crafted hand-pushed in filter for amazing great pour from a small-volume ~150ml work!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260404_223249.jpg?v=1775314950\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: rgb(0, 48, 120);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eOur Cao Family's Tai Xi Duan Ni, this time high-fired.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260404_120806.jpg?v=1775314951\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260404_120810.jpg?v=1775314951\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260404_134841.jpg?v=1775314951\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003eShrinkage of Fully-Handmade ZiSha work:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260403_152009.jpg?v=1775238742\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260404_222937.jpg?v=1775314951\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260404_223119.jpg?v=1775314950\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260404_223057.jpg?v=1775314950\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260404_135806.jpg?v=1775314951\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: rgb(0, 48, 120);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: rgb(0, 48, 120);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(87, 0, 0); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eZiSha Art is the most amazing carrier medium, housing various aspects of Chinese Cultural Arts!\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eHere in this Xian Ming Liu Fang by Craftsman Gao Xiang,you enjoy the embodiment of\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(23, 0, 113); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e1.  Fully-Handmade ZiSha Art and Craft 紫砂美术与工艺,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(23, 0, 113); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e2.  Painting 绘画,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(23, 0, 113); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e3.  Clay Sculpting 泥绘.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(87, 0, 0); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eHold, Use and Keep relishing the delightful aspects of our Chinese Culture in your daily life, in solitude, in practice, during hospitality to family and friends alike!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(87, 0, 0); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eSavour the journey, dearest Friends :-D\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: rgb(125, 7, 7);\"\u003eWe wish all our dearest friends in you, to enjoy it, use it, savour it and feel the aura of our Chinese YiXing Art!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e~~~~~~~~~~~~\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCraftsman Gao Xiang is NOW proudly one of us and he will be featuring consistently, with Zhang Huan, Zhu Shu, Yang Pin Ting, Gu Xiao Ming, Chen Fa Chu, et al.  \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #b70000;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eCraftsman Gao Xiang's works are highly scrutinised and praised too!by our Senior Masters, and deemed to be ready for you, delectable for your use and a long lasting permanent ZiSha work in your collection.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e~~~\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCherish it as they do not come easy, with the firing kiln enabling only a 60-70% success rate for this detailed Polygonal + coloured Clay embellishment sculpting Art, i.e. fire 3, and two or less will be successful.  This is SPECIALLY crafted for all of you friends at ~110ml to suit the gungfu solo steeping practice!  Still good for steeping for two people at a sitting!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHold one, hold up one, swing his work around.  Carefully examine his Fully-Handmade work.  Look at it from afar, from near, and it will grow on you.  The whole piece grow on you because 1) he takes reference from what the Senior Masters chose for him, 2) and he amazingly crafts them up EXACTLY as to what the Senior Masters want from him: extreme fine detailing with MUCH THOUGHT on each part, with MUCH TIME spent on every part, section.  Because this is what Fully-Handmade ZiSha Art should be, and HOW FULLY-HANDMADE ZISHA ART is so different from and light years ahead of the ubiquitous jigger-machined pots and half-handmade pots masquerading under the sales tagline of \"fully-handmade zisha\" pots.\u003c\/strong\u003e  These latter JM\/HHM pots are made in what we call 流水线 a.k.a. 'Factory-Line operation' whereby the main pot body after being jigger-machined or coming off from the mould, is passed to the next worker who fits on the spout, and subsequently this second worker will pass the pot on to another worker who will in turn fit on the handle.  Continuing so, the pressed lid is likewise passed to another worker who fit on the lid knob.  \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEACH WORKER has NO IDEA what the other one is doing,\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e and they are always working on fixed time lines stated by the boss.  For example, the worker being \"passed the baton\" a pot with the spout just fixed onto the body by his colleague, will only focus on fixing on the handle, \u003cstrong\u003ewith nil to little regard to WHETHER THE HANDLE fixed on will be cohesive with the spout.  Each worker has NO idea of HOW THE FINAL POT WILL LOOK LIKE.\u003c\/strong\u003e  Beyond poor craftsmanship and clay, the result of such processes are ugly pots with poor cohesiveness which experienced Artists, Craftsmen and collectors will tell from a metre away.  Experienced people in us, do not need to pick up a pot to check whether it is fully-handmade or made of zisha, we can tell from a metre away just by looking at the pot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e~~~~~~~~~~~~\u003cbr\u003eThe keywords are: Detailing and Cohesiveness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA GOOD Fully-Handmade ZiSha Work combines great detailing and cohesiveness.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e~~~\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 27, 174);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eExplained, https:\/\/www.realzisha.com\/blogs\/news\/actual-zisha-landscape-at-yixing , the Craftsman by selling his hard-worked ZiSha craft at $190-$240, $45-$65 goes to the cost of the craft, inclusive of the fees for the firing for the kiln operator (three times per pot), the packaging boxes, and between $32 to $52 for the clay (Zi Ni Di Cao Qing, Duan Ni and upwards) used per pot.\u003c\/span\u003e   Craftsman takes 3 days (fastest 2.5days) to craft a pot.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 27, 174);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIf he works 30 days a month without a single day of rest (no family time), he will craft 10-12 pots.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eIf he crafts for 25 days (five days of rest a month), his output will be 8-10 pots.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe success rate for Zi Ni (e.g. Di Cao Qing, Lao Zi Ni, Da Shui Tan etc) and Duan Ni (e.g. Jiang Po Ni, Qing Hui Duan, etc) is 70% on average.  Some times the whole batch of 10 may fail.  We have seen our Craftsmen suffer like this very often.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe success rate for Zhu Ni (e.g. Xiao Mei Yao Zhu Ni) pots is 60%, or 70% with most optimism and at the very, very best.  Unfortunately.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eAll of us at RealZiSha of course, hope for one another, professional colleagues and all, that all the pots will survive firing at the kiln successfully.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e[For ZiSha models\/designs that are very challenging and more complicated to craft, the time taken to craft will be longer, and the failure rate will be higher as well.  Zi Sha by its virtue, have the highest shrinkage rate of all ceramic clay.  Zi Ni and Duan Ni thus have that 70% success rate, while Zhu Ni has even higher shrinkage rate and thus even lower success rate (the lowest of all ceramic clay.)]\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOur Craftsmen are wholeheartedly committed to the cause of Fully-Handmade ZiSha Art and their strictness with their craft and dedication earn our respect.  We give a big Thank You all of these Craftsmen, for they are saving what is our common precious tea culture: Tea + Fully-Handmade ZiSha Art and Craft.  Your support is critical to their livelihood and the existence of this craft for all of the tea fraternity.\u003cbr\u003eThank you Friends!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; 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DE!","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: rgb(0, 48, 120);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e《贤明\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e六方》\"Xian Ming Liu Fang ~ The Sagacious Six-Sided\"!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260404_115722.jpg?v=1775324739\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260404_115607.jpg?v=1775324740\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cb\u003eGao Xiang is with you now, crafting beguiling and stunning handy-volumed Polygonal class works for all of you.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003eHim b\u003c\/span\u003eeing a very honest friend whom Zhang Huan, Zhu Shu and Yang Ping Ting respect a lot in their clay sculpting trainings several years ago, all of us managed to convince him, to join us in September 2025!  And yes here he is for all of you friends! \u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eWe are all very happy and over the moon!!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260402_175657.jpg?v=1775238742\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260402_175610_1.jpg?v=1775238742\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260404_112539.jpg?v=1775325521\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003eGao Xiang, at age of 31 now, has been particularly fond of small Polygonal class works since fifteen years ago when he picked up and trained hard in Fully-Handmaking works!\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eHe receives of course, the nod of quality by Senior Consummate Master Yuan Hui!\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eAll of the Craftsmen now in the group too are very happy that from now on, they can all complement one another!\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eSmall (100-160ml) Polygonal works are his area of focus and forte, this being is his love which he does best in!\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eWe really hope all of you friends and ZiSha aficionados will agree with our team here that his works are amazing in craftsmanship and artistic direction under the auspices of Senior Consummate Master Yuan Hui!  All afforded at the most affordable price in the market, and of delicate savoir-faire and workmanship!  Very happy that he will now be here permanently with all of you!\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eA lot of hard work from all of us, and we will continue fighting very hard against all odds, for all of you. \u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eWe love our Fully-Handmade ZiSha Art and are very grateful and over the moon whenever each piece goes to your homes.\u003cbr\u003ePresenting here, proudly to all of you, by Craftsman Gao Xiang:\u003cbr\u003eHis Xian Ming Liu Fang!\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  Six-Sided, Sleek, LOW-SLUNG \u003c\/span\u003ePolygonal, small volume, with the 45-degree 1mm chamfering that Senior Master Yuan Hui approves of and smiles at!\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eNot content, we pass him our Cao Family’s Tai Xi Duan Ni we mined from Huang Long Shan (Tai Xi Quarry\/Mine pit is one of the famous and favourite mine locations at Huang Long Shan), and we high-fire them to manifest this beautiful beige-yellow-light brown colour.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  Going\u003c\/span\u003e further, how can we not let Gao Xiang add his finishing work with his coloured clay sculpting!  Everything in, a stunning 150ml volume work to serve you for your entire lifetime.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eWe cheer for Craftsman Gao Xiang and thank him for his years of dedication to ZiSha and his love of delicate Polygonal works!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260404_114107_1.jpg?v=1775325521\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260404_112949.jpg?v=1775325521\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260404_113832.jpg?v=1775325521\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260404_113827.jpg?v=1775325521\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260404_112525.jpg?v=1775325521\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260404_112611.jpg?v=1775325521\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260404_112716.jpg?v=1775325521\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260404_112737.jpg?v=1775325521\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260404_112836.jpg?v=1775325521\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260404_112952.jpg?v=1775325521\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260404_113012.jpg?v=1775325521\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260404_114259_1.jpg?v=1775325521\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(18, 2, 156); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eCraftsman Gao Xiang 高翔, presents here, the\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(18, 2, 156); text-decoration: underline;\" class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e《贤明六方》\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(18, 2, 156); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eSi Fang Bao Ding, \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(90, 1, 1); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eHigh-fired Tai Xi Duan Ni 台西段泥~高温烧\u003c\/span\u003e, with \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(2, 79, 22); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003ecoloured clay sculpting of Shan Shui 山水~彩色泥绘!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e~~~~~~~~~~~~~\u003cbr\u003eSavour BOTH of Craftsman's Gao Xiang's Pot Craftsmanship AND COLOURED Clay Sculpting 彩色泥绘!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260404_113429.jpg?v=1775325521\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260404_113513.jpg?v=1775325521\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260404_113530.jpg?v=1775325521\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260404_113610.jpg?v=1775325521\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260404_113617.jpg?v=1775325521\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260404_113628.jpg?v=1775325521\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260404_113640.jpg?v=1775325521\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260404_113707.jpg?v=1775325521\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260404_113730.jpg?v=1775325521\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260404_113755.jpg?v=1775325521\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260404_114147.jpg?v=1775325521\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eClay Sculpting with the applied embellishments, is challenging and raises the likelihood of failure at firing: through cracks at the thin ZiSha clay appliqué, which would be irreparable.  If the clay sculpting comes off, these are irreparable, and the whole pot has to be abandoned.  Zhu Shu needs to craft again.  Generally success rate is one in two.\u003cb\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eColor Clay Sculpting is more difficult and requires higher experience, as the colors pre-firing is different from the colors manifested post-firing, hence the Craftsman must be able to envision the final post-fired effect and color, as she applies fresh ZiSha paste during this Clay Sculpting process!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eHaving the skill of knowing what ZiSha paste to sculpt with is one thing, having the petals and all, having the 3-Dimensional Effect, varying thickness to beautifully bring up the aesthetic appreciation of the Orchids, is another forté which must be mastered together by Craftsman Zhu Shu.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e~~~~~~~~~~\u003cbr\u003e45-degree 1mm-chamfering, A) At Shoulder Edge, and B) All around the Lid, and C) at both the lower edges of the body!:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260404_113042.jpg?v=1775325521\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260404_112741.jpg?v=1775325521\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260404_113055.jpg?v=1775325521\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260404_113053.jpg?v=1775325521\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260404_113103.jpg?v=1775325521\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg 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src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260404_114642.jpg?v=1775325521\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260404_114651.jpg?v=1775325521\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260404_114727.jpg?v=1775325521\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260404_114904.jpg?v=1775325521\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260404_115106.jpg?v=1775325521\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260404_115130.jpg?v=1775325521\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260404_115134.jpg?v=1775325521\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260404_115152.jpg?v=1775325521\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260404_115158.jpg?v=1775325521\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260404_115245.jpg?v=1775325521\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe carefully, deftly and diligently crafted hand-pushed in filter for amazing great pour from a small-volume ~150ml work!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260405_001617.jpg?v=1775325521\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: rgb(0, 48, 120);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eOur Cao Family's Tai Xi Duan Ni, this time high-fired.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260404_113144.jpg?v=1775325521\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260404_113216.jpg?v=1775325521\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003eShrinkage of Fully-Handmade ZiSha work:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260404_113248.jpg?v=1775325521\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260404_113335.jpg?v=1775325521\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260405_001400.jpg?v=1775325521\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260405_001515.jpg?v=1775325521\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260404_114429.jpg?v=1775325521\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: rgb(0, 48, 120);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: rgb(0, 48, 120);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(87, 0, 0); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eZiSha Art is the most amazing carrier medium, housing various aspects of Chinese Cultural Arts!\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eHere in this Xian Ming Liu Fang by Craftsman Gao Xiang,you enjoy the embodiment of\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(23, 0, 113); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e1.  Fully-Handmade ZiSha Art and Craft 紫砂美术与工艺,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(23, 0, 113); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e2.  Painting 绘画,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(23, 0, 113); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e3.  Clay Sculpting 泥绘.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(87, 0, 0); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eHold, Use and Keep relishing the delightful aspects of our Chinese Culture in your daily life, in solitude, in practice, during hospitality to family and friends alike!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(87, 0, 0); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eSavour the journey, dearest Friends :-D\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: rgb(125, 7, 7);\"\u003eWe wish all our dearest friends in you, to enjoy it, use it, savour it and feel the aura of our Chinese YiXing Art!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e~~~~~~~~~~~~\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCraftsman Gao Xiang is NOW proudly one of us and he will be featuring consistently, with Zhang Huan, Zhu Shu, Yang Pin Ting, Gu Xiao Ming, Chen Fa Chu, et al.  \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #b70000;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eCraftsman Gao Xiang's works are highly scrutinised and praised too!by our Senior Masters, and deemed to be ready for you, delectable for your use and a long lasting permanent ZiSha work in your collection.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e~~~\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCherish it as they do not come easy, with the firing kiln enabling only a 60-70% success rate for this detailed Polygonal + coloured Clay embellishment sculpting Art, i.e. fire 3, and two or less will be successful.  This is SPECIALLY crafted for all of you friends at ~110ml to suit the gungfu solo steeping practice!  Still good for steeping for two people at a sitting!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHold one, hold up one, swing his work around.  Carefully examine his Fully-Handmade work.  Look at it from afar, from near, and it will grow on you.  The whole piece grow on you because 1) he takes reference from what the Senior Masters chose for him, 2) and he amazingly crafts them up EXACTLY as to what the Senior Masters want from him: extreme fine detailing with MUCH THOUGHT on each part, with MUCH TIME spent on every part, section.  Because this is what Fully-Handmade ZiSha Art should be, and HOW FULLY-HANDMADE ZISHA ART is so different from and light years ahead of the ubiquitous jigger-machined pots and half-handmade pots masquerading under the sales tagline of \"fully-handmade zisha\" pots.\u003c\/strong\u003e  These latter JM\/HHM pots are made in what we call 流水线 a.k.a. 'Factory-Line operation' whereby the main pot body after being jigger-machined or coming off from the mould, is passed to the next worker who fits on the spout, and subsequently this second worker will pass the pot on to another worker who will in turn fit on the handle.  Continuing so, the pressed lid is likewise passed to another worker who fit on the lid knob.  \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEACH WORKER has NO IDEA what the other one is doing,\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e and they are always working on fixed time lines stated by the boss.  For example, the worker being \"passed the baton\" a pot with the spout just fixed onto the body by his colleague, will only focus on fixing on the handle, \u003cstrong\u003ewith nil to little regard to WHETHER THE HANDLE fixed on will be cohesive with the spout.  Each worker has NO idea of HOW THE FINAL POT WILL LOOK LIKE.\u003c\/strong\u003e  Beyond poor craftsmanship and clay, the result of such processes are ugly pots with poor cohesiveness which experienced Artists, Craftsmen and collectors will tell from a metre away.  Experienced people in us, do not need to pick up a pot to check whether it is fully-handmade or made of zisha, we can tell from a metre away just by looking at the pot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e~~~~~~~~~~~~\u003cbr\u003eThe keywords are: Detailing and Cohesiveness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA GOOD Fully-Handmade ZiSha Work combines great detailing and cohesiveness.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e~~~\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 27, 174);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eExplained, https:\/\/www.realzisha.com\/blogs\/news\/actual-zisha-landscape-at-yixing , the Craftsman by selling his hard-worked ZiSha craft at $190-$240, $45-$65 goes to the cost of the craft, inclusive of the fees for the firing for the kiln operator (three times per pot), the packaging boxes, and between $32 to $52 for the clay (Zi Ni Di Cao Qing, Duan Ni and upwards) used per pot.\u003c\/span\u003e   Craftsman takes 3 days (fastest 2.5days) to craft a pot.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 27, 174);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIf he works 30 days a month without a single day of rest (no family time), he will craft 10-12 pots.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eIf he crafts for 25 days (five days of rest a month), his output will be 8-10 pots.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe success rate for Zi Ni (e.g. Di Cao Qing, Lao Zi Ni, Da Shui Tan etc) and Duan Ni (e.g. Jiang Po Ni, Qing Hui Duan, etc) is 70% on average.  Some times the whole batch of 10 may fail.  We have seen our Craftsmen suffer like this very often.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe success rate for Zhu Ni (e.g. Xiao Mei Yao Zhu Ni) pots is 60%, or 70% with most optimism and at the very, very best.  Unfortunately.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eAll of us at RealZiSha of course, hope for one another, professional colleagues and all, that all the pots will survive firing at the kiln successfully.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e[For ZiSha models\/designs that are very challenging and more complicated to craft, the time taken to craft will be longer, and the failure rate will be higher as well.  Zi Sha by its virtue, have the highest shrinkage rate of all ceramic clay.  Zi Ni and Duan Ni thus have that 70% success rate, while Zhu Ni has even higher shrinkage rate and thus even lower success rate (the lowest of all ceramic clay.)]\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOur Craftsmen are wholeheartedly committed to the cause of Fully-Handmade ZiSha Art and their strictness with their craft and dedication earn our respect.  We give a big Thank You all of these Craftsmen, for they are saving what is our common precious tea culture: Tea + Fully-Handmade ZiSha Art and Craft.  Your support is critical to their livelihood and the existence of this craft for all of the tea fraternity.\u003cbr\u003eThank you Friends!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; 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Germany🇩🇪!","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: rgb(0, 48, 120);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e《贤明\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e六方》\"Xian Ming Liu Fang ~ The Sagacious Six-Sided\"!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260409_154111.jpg?v=1775754649\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260409_153439.jpg?v=1775754649\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cb\u003eGao Xiang is with you now, crafting beguiling and stunning handy-volumed Polygonal class works for all of you.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003eHim b\u003c\/span\u003eeing a very honest friend whom Zhang Huan, Zhu Shu and Yang Ping Ting respect a lot in their clay sculpting trainings several years ago, all of us managed to convince him, to join us in September 2025!  And yes here he is for all of you friends! \u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eWe are all very happy and over the moon!!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260409_152147_1.jpg?v=1775754649\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003eGao Xiang, at age of 31 now, has been particularly fond of small Polygonal class works since fifteen years ago when he picked up and trained hard in Fully-Handmaking works!\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eHe receives of course, the nod of quality by Senior Consummate Master Yuan Hui!\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eAll of the Craftsmen now in the group too are very happy that from now on, they can all complement one another!\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eSmall (100-160ml) Polygonal works are his area of focus and forte, this being is his love which he does best in!\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eWe really hope all of you friends and ZiSha aficionados will agree with our team here that his works are amazing in craftsmanship and artistic direction under the auspices of Senior Consummate Master Yuan Hui!  All afforded at the most affordable price in the market, and of delicate savoir-faire and workmanship!  Very happy that he will now be here permanently with all of you!\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eA lot of hard work from all of us, and we will continue fighting very hard against all odds, for all of you. \u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eWe love our Fully-Handmade ZiSha Art and are very grateful and over the moon whenever each piece goes to your homes.\u003cbr\u003ePresenting here, proudly to all of you, by Craftsman Gao Xiang:\u003cbr\u003eHis Xian Ming Liu Fang!\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  Six-Sided, Sleek, LOW-SLUNG \u003c\/span\u003ePolygonal, small volume, with the 45-degree 1mm chamfering that Senior Master Yuan Hui approves of and smiles at!\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eNot content, we pass him our Cao Family’s Tai Xi Duan Ni we mined from Huang Long Shan (Tai Xi Quarry\/Mine pit is one of the famous and favourite mine locations at Huang Long Shan), and we high-fire them to manifest this beautiful beige-yellow-light brown colour.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  Going\u003c\/span\u003e further, how can we not let Gao Xiang add his finishing work with his coloured clay sculpting!  Everything in, a stunning 150ml volume work to serve you for your entire lifetime.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eWe cheer for Craftsman Gao Xiang and thank him for his years of dedication to ZiSha and his love of delicate Polygonal works!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260409_153450_1.jpg?v=1775754986\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260409_152515.jpg?v=1775754649\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260409_153139.jpg?v=1775754648\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260409_152248.jpg?v=1775754649\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260409_152307.jpg?v=1775754649\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260409_152348.jpg?v=1775754649\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260409_152450.jpg?v=1775754649\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260409_154134.jpg?v=1775754649\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(18, 2, 156); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eCraftsman Gao Xiang 高翔, presents here, the\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\" style=\"color: rgb(18, 2, 156); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e《贤明六方》\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(18, 2, 156); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eSi Fang Bao Ding, \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(90, 1, 1); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eHigh-fired Tai Xi Duan Ni 台西段泥~高温烧\u003c\/span\u003e, with \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(2, 79, 22); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003ecoloured clay sculpting of Shan Shui 山水~彩色泥绘!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e~~~~~~~~~~~~~\u003cbr\u003eSavour BOTH of Craftsman's Gao Xiang's Pot Craftsmanship AND COLOURED Clay Sculpting 彩色泥绘!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260409_152900.jpg?v=1775754986\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260409_152930.jpg?v=1775754986\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260409_152938.jpg?v=1775754986\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260409_153044.jpg?v=1775754649\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260409_153050.jpg?v=1775754649\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260409_153523_1.jpg?v=1775754649\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eClay Sculpting with the applied embellishments, is challenging and raises the likelihood of failure at firing: through cracks at the thin ZiSha clay appliqué, which would be irreparable.  If the clay sculpting comes off, these are irreparable, and the whole pot has to be abandoned.  Zhu Shu needs to craft again.  Generally success rate is one in two.\u003cb\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eColor Clay Sculpting is more difficult and requires higher experience, as the colors pre-firing is different from the colors manifested post-firing, hence the Craftsman must be able to envision the final post-fired effect and color, as she applies fresh ZiSha paste during this Clay Sculpting process!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eHaving the skill of knowing what ZiSha paste to sculpt with is one thing, having the petals and all, having the 3-Dimensional Effect, varying thickness to beautifully bring up the aesthetic appreciation of the Orchids, is another forté which must be mastered together by Craftsman Zhu Shu.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e~~~~~~~~~~\u003cbr\u003e45-degree 1mm-chamfering, A) At Shoulder Edge, and B) All around the Lid, and C) at both the lower edges of the body!:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260409_152636.jpg?v=1775754649\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260409_152656.jpg?v=1775754649\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg 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alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260409_154846.jpg?v=1775754648\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260409_154853.jpg?v=1775754648\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260409_154855.jpg?v=1775754648\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260409_154937.jpg?v=1775754649\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260404_114651.jpg?v=1775325521\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260404_114727.jpg?v=1775325521\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260404_114904.jpg?v=1775325521\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260409_154420.jpg?v=1775754649\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260409_154440.jpg?v=1775754649\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260409_154444.jpg?v=1775754649\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260409_154452.jpg?v=1775754649\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260409_154501.jpg?v=1775754649\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260409_154542.jpg?v=1775754649\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260409_154620.jpg?v=1775754649\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe carefully, deftly and diligently crafted hand-pushed in filter for amazing great pour from a small-volume ~150ml work!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260409_234745.jpg?v=1775754649\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: rgb(0, 48, 120);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eOur Cao Family's Tai Xi Duan Ni, this time high-fired.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260409_152820.jpg?v=1775754648\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260409_152837.jpg?v=1775754986\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003eShrinkage of Fully-Handmade ZiSha work:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260404_113248.jpg?v=1775325521\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260404_113335.jpg?v=1775325521\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260409_234507.jpg?v=1775754649\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260409_234533.jpg?v=1775754649\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260409_234627.jpg?v=1775754650\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260409_234620.jpg?v=1775754649\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260409_154313.jpg?v=1775754649\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: rgb(0, 48, 120);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: rgb(0, 48, 120);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(87, 0, 0); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eZiSha Art is the most amazing carrier medium, housing various aspects of Chinese Cultural Arts!\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eHere in this Xian Ming Liu Fang by Craftsman Gao Xiang,you enjoy the embodiment of\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(23, 0, 113); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e1.  Fully-Handmade ZiSha Art and Craft 紫砂美术与工艺,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(23, 0, 113); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e2.  Painting 绘画,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(23, 0, 113); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e3.  Clay Sculpting 泥绘.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(87, 0, 0); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eHold, Use and Keep relishing the delightful aspects of our Chinese Culture in your daily life, in solitude, in practice, during hospitality to family and friends alike!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(87, 0, 0); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eSavour the journey, dearest Friends :-D\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: rgb(125, 7, 7);\"\u003eWe wish all our dearest friends in you, to enjoy it, use it, savour it and feel the aura of our Chinese YiXing Art!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e~~~~~~~~~~~~\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCraftsman Gao Xiang is NOW proudly one of us and he will be featuring consistently, with Zhang Huan, Zhu Shu, Yang Pin Ting, Gu Xiao Ming, Chen Fa Chu, et al.  \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #b70000;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eCraftsman Gao Xiang's works are highly scrutinised and praised too!by our Senior Masters, and deemed to be ready for you, delectable for your use and a long lasting permanent ZiSha work in your collection.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e~~~\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCherish it as they do not come easy, with the firing kiln enabling only a 60-70% success rate for this detailed Polygonal + coloured Clay embellishment sculpting Art, i.e. fire 3, and two or less will be successful.  This is SPECIALLY crafted for all of you friends at ~110ml to suit the gungfu solo steeping practice!  Still good for steeping for two people at a sitting!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHold one, hold up one, swing his work around.  Carefully examine his Fully-Handmade work.  Look at it from afar, from near, and it will grow on you.  The whole piece grow on you because 1) he takes reference from what the Senior Masters chose for him, 2) and he amazingly crafts them up EXACTLY as to what the Senior Masters want from him: extreme fine detailing with MUCH THOUGHT on each part, with MUCH TIME spent on every part, section.  Because this is what Fully-Handmade ZiSha Art should be, and HOW FULLY-HANDMADE ZISHA ART is so different from and light years ahead of the ubiquitous jigger-machined pots and half-handmade pots masquerading under the sales tagline of \"fully-handmade zisha\" pots.\u003c\/strong\u003e  These latter JM\/HHM pots are made in what we call 流水线 a.k.a. 'Factory-Line operation' whereby the main pot body after being jigger-machined or coming off from the mould, is passed to the next worker who fits on the spout, and subsequently this second worker will pass the pot on to another worker who will in turn fit on the handle.  Continuing so, the pressed lid is likewise passed to another worker who fit on the lid knob.  \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEACH WORKER has NO IDEA what the other one is doing,\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e and they are always working on fixed time lines stated by the boss.  For example, the worker being \"passed the baton\" a pot with the spout just fixed onto the body by his colleague, will only focus on fixing on the handle, \u003cstrong\u003ewith nil to little regard to WHETHER THE HANDLE fixed on will be cohesive with the spout.  Each worker has NO idea of HOW THE FINAL POT WILL LOOK LIKE.\u003c\/strong\u003e  Beyond poor craftsmanship and clay, the result of such processes are ugly pots with poor cohesiveness which experienced Artists, Craftsmen and collectors will tell from a metre away.  Experienced people in us, do not need to pick up a pot to check whether it is fully-handmade or made of zisha, we can tell from a metre away just by looking at the pot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e~~~~~~~~~~~~\u003cbr\u003eThe keywords are: Detailing and Cohesiveness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA GOOD Fully-Handmade ZiSha Work combines great detailing and cohesiveness.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e~~~\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 27, 174);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eExplained, https:\/\/www.realzisha.com\/blogs\/news\/actual-zisha-landscape-at-yixing , the Craftsman by selling his hard-worked ZiSha craft at $190-$240, $45-$65 goes to the cost of the craft, inclusive of the fees for the firing for the kiln operator (three times per pot), the packaging boxes, and between $32 to $52 for the clay (Zi Ni Di Cao Qing, Duan Ni and upwards) used per pot.\u003c\/span\u003e   Craftsman takes 3 days (fastest 2.5days) to craft a pot.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 27, 174);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIf he works 30 days a month without a single day of rest (no family time), he will craft 10-12 pots.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eIf he crafts for 25 days (five days of rest a month), his output will be 8-10 pots.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe success rate for Zi Ni (e.g. Di Cao Qing, Lao Zi Ni, Da Shui Tan etc) and Duan Ni (e.g. Jiang Po Ni, Qing Hui Duan, etc) is 70% on average.  Some times the whole batch of 10 may fail.  We have seen our Craftsmen suffer like this very often.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe success rate for Zhu Ni (e.g. Xiao Mei Yao Zhu Ni) pots is 60%, or 70% with most optimism and at the very, very best.  Unfortunately.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eAll of us at RealZiSha of course, hope for one another, professional colleagues and all, that all the pots will survive firing at the kiln successfully.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e[For ZiSha models\/designs that are very challenging and more complicated to craft, the time taken to craft will be longer, and the failure rate will be higher as well.  Zi Sha by its virtue, have the highest shrinkage rate of all ceramic clay.  Zi Ni and Duan Ni thus have that 70% success rate, while Zhu Ni has even higher shrinkage rate and thus even lower success rate (the lowest of all ceramic clay.)]\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOur Craftsmen are wholeheartedly committed to the cause of Fully-Handmade ZiSha Art and their strictness with their craft and dedication earn our respect.  We give a big Thank You all of these Craftsmen, for they are saving what is our common precious tea culture: Tea + Fully-Handmade ZiSha Art and Craft.  Your support is critical to their livelihood and the existence of this craft for all of the tea fraternity.\u003cbr\u003eThank you Friends!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"realzisha.com","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46332301213846,"sku":null,"price":467.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260409_153439.jpg?v=1775754649"},{"product_id":"贤明六方-xian-ming-liu-fang-the-sagacious-six-sided-151-6ml-tai-xi-ben-duan-gao-wen-high-fired-台西本段-高温烧-shan-shui-colour-clay-sculpting-art-彩色泥绘-by-craftsman-gao-xiang-高翔","title":"《贤明六方》\"Xian Ming Liu Fang\" ~ \"The Sagacious Six-Sided\", 151.6ml, *Tai Xi Ben Duan ~ Gao Wen (high-fired) 台西本段~高温烧 + Shan Shui Colour Clay Sculpting Art 彩色泥绘, by Craftsman Gao Xiang 高翔!~!Congratulations to Dr L.L.! 2111hrs 10th Apr 2026, Ventura! CA!","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: rgb(0, 48, 120);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e《贤明\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e六方》\"Xian Ming Liu Fang ~ The Sagacious Six-Sided\"!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260411_105004.jpg?v=1775880209\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260411_111526.jpg?v=1775880208\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260411_111748.jpg?v=1775880208\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cb\u003eGao Xiang is with you now, crafting beguiling and stunning handy-volumed Polygonal class works for all of you.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003eHim b\u003c\/span\u003eeing a very honest friend whom Zhang Huan, Zhu Shu and Yang Ping Ting respect a lot in their clay sculpting trainings several years ago, all of us managed to convince him, to join us in September 2025!  And yes here he is for all of you friends! \u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eWe are all very happy and over the moon!!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260411_111452_1.jpg?v=1775880209\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260411_104153.jpg?v=1775880208\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260411_110527.jpg?v=1775880209\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003eGao Xiang, at age of 31 now, has been particularly fond of small Polygonal class works since fifteen years ago when he picked up and trained hard in Fully-Handmaking works!\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eHe receives of course, the nod of quality by Senior Consummate Master Yuan Hui!\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eAll of the Craftsmen now in the group too are very happy that from now on, they can all complement one another!\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eSmall (100-160ml) Polygonal works are his area of focus and forte, this being is his love which he does best in!\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eWe really hope all of you friends and ZiSha aficionados will agree with our team here that his works are amazing in craftsmanship and artistic direction under the auspices of Senior Consummate Master Yuan Hui!  All afforded at the most affordable price in the market, and of delicate savoir-faire and workmanship!  Very happy that he will now be here permanently with all of you!\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eA lot of hard work from all of us, and we will continue fighting very hard against all odds, for all of you. \u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eWe love our Fully-Handmade ZiSha Art and are very grateful and over the moon whenever each piece goes to your homes.\u003cbr\u003ePresenting here, proudly to all of you, by Craftsman Gao Xiang:\u003cbr\u003eHis Xian Ming Liu Fang!\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  Six-Sided, Sleek, LOW-SLUNG \u003c\/span\u003ePolygonal, small volume, with the 45-degree 1mm chamfering that Senior Master Yuan Hui approves of and smiles at!\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eNot content, we pass him our Cao Family’s Tai Xi Duan Ni we mined from Huang Long Shan (Tai Xi Quarry\/Mine pit is one of the famous and favourite mine locations at Huang Long Shan), and we high-fire them to manifest this beautiful beige-yellow-light brown colour.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  Going\u003c\/span\u003e further, how can we not let Gao Xiang add his finishing work with his coloured clay sculpting!  Everything in, a stunning 150ml volume work to serve you for your entire lifetime.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eWe cheer for Craftsman Gao Xiang and thank him for his years of dedication to ZiSha and his love of delicate Polygonal works!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260411_105959.jpg?v=1775880208\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260411_111056.jpg?v=1775880208\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260411_111052.jpg?v=1775880209\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260411_105115.jpg?v=1775880208\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260411_105610.jpg?v=1775880209\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260411_105939.jpg?v=1775880208\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260411_105823.jpg?v=1775880209\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260411_110031.jpg?v=1775880208\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260411_110051.jpg?v=1775880208\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260411_104505_1.jpg?v=1775880208\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(18, 2, 156); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eCraftsman Gao Xiang 高翔, presents here, the\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\" style=\"color: rgb(18, 2, 156); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e《贤明六方》Xian Ming Liu Fang\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(18, 2, 156); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e, \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(90, 1, 1); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eHigh-fired Tai Xi Duan Ni 台西段泥~高温烧\u003c\/span\u003e, with \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(2, 79, 22); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003ecoloured clay sculpting of Shan Shui 山水~彩色泥绘!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e~~~~~~~~~~~~~\u003cbr\u003eSavour BOTH of Craftsman's Gao Xiang's Pot Craftsmanship AND COLOURED Clay Sculpting 彩色泥绘!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260411_110527.jpg?v=1775880209\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260411_110536.jpg?v=1775880208\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260411_110619.jpg?v=1775880208\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260411_110647.jpg?v=1775880209\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260411_110659.jpg?v=1775880208\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260411_110705.jpg?v=1775880209\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260411_110820.jpg?v=1775880209\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260411_110756.jpg?v=1775880208\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260411_110806.jpg?v=1775880208\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260411_110838.jpg?v=1775880208\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260411_110917.jpg?v=1775880208\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260411_110926.jpg?v=1775880208\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260411_110943.jpg?v=1775880209\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260411_111327_1.jpg?v=1775880208\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eClay Sculpting with the applied embellishments, is challenging and raises the likelihood of failure at firing: through cracks at the thin ZiSha clay appliqué, which would be irreparable.  If the clay sculpting comes off, these are irreparable, and the whole pot has to be abandoned.  Zhu Shu needs to craft again.  Generally success rate is one in two.\u003cb\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eColor Clay Sculpting is more difficult and requires higher experience, as the colors pre-firing is different from the colors manifested post-firing, hence the Craftsman must be able to envision the final post-fired effect and color, as she applies fresh ZiSha paste during this Clay Sculpting process!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eHaving the skill of knowing what ZiSha paste to sculpt with is one thing, having the petals and all, having the 3-Dimensional Effect, varying thickness to beautifully bring up the aesthetic appreciation of the Orchids, is another forté which must be mastered together by Craftsman Zhu Shu.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e~~~~~~~~~~\u003cbr\u003e45-degree 1mm-chamfering, A) At Shoulder Edge, and B) All around the Lid, and C) at both the lower edges of the body!:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260411_110111.jpg?v=1775880209\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260411_110133.jpg?v=1775880208\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260411_110139.jpg?v=1775880209\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260411_110144.jpg?v=1775880208\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260411_110159.jpg?v=1775880208\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260411_110221.jpg?v=1775880210\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260411_110226.jpg?v=1775880208\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260411_111835.jpg?v=1775880209\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260411_111844.jpg?v=1775880209\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260411_111901.jpg?v=1775880208\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260411_112102.jpg?v=1775880208\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260411_112132.jpg?v=1775880208\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260411_112135.jpg?v=1775880208\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260411_112335.jpg?v=1775880209\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260411_112341.jpg?v=1775880208\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260411_112546.jpg?v=1775880208\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260411_113016.jpg?v=1775880208\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260411_113042.jpg?v=1775880208\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260411_113045.jpg?v=1775880208\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260411_113102.jpg?v=1775880208\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260411_113159.jpg?v=1775880208\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe carefully, deftly and diligently crafted hand-pushed in filter for amazing great pour from a small-volume ~150ml work!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260411_114503.jpg?v=1775880208\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: rgb(0, 48, 120);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eOur Cao Family's Tai Xi Duan Ni, this time high-fired.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260411_110406.jpg?v=1775880209\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260411_110441.jpg?v=1775880208\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003eShrinkage of Fully-Handmade ZiSha work:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260404_113248.jpg?v=1775325521\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260404_113335.jpg?v=1775325521\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260411_113802.jpg?v=1775880208\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260411_113814.jpg?v=1775880209\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260411_114012.jpg?v=1775880209\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260411_114152.jpg?v=1775880208\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260411_112752.jpg?v=1775880208\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: rgb(0, 48, 120);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: rgb(0, 48, 120);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(87, 0, 0); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eZiSha Art is the most amazing carrier medium, housing various aspects of Chinese Cultural Arts!\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eHere in this Xian Ming Liu Fang by Craftsman Gao Xiang,you enjoy the embodiment of\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(23, 0, 113); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e1.  Fully-Handmade ZiSha Art and Craft 紫砂美术与工艺,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(23, 0, 113); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e2.  Painting 绘画,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(23, 0, 113); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e3.  Clay Sculpting 泥绘.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(87, 0, 0); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eHold, Use and Keep relishing the delightful aspects of our Chinese Culture in your daily life, in solitude, in practice, during hospitality to family and friends alike!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(87, 0, 0); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eSavour the journey, dearest Friends :-D\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: rgb(125, 7, 7);\"\u003eWe wish all our dearest friends in you, to enjoy it, use it, savour it and feel the aura of our Chinese YiXing Art!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e~~~~~~~~~~~~\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCraftsman Gao Xiang is NOW proudly one of us and he will be featuring consistently, with Zhang Huan, Zhu Shu, Yang Pin Ting, Gu Xiao Ming, Chen Fa Chu, et al.  \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #b70000;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eCraftsman Gao Xiang's works are highly scrutinised and praised too!by our Senior Masters, and deemed to be ready for you, delectable for your use and a long lasting permanent ZiSha work in your collection.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e~~~\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCherish it as they do not come easy, with the firing kiln enabling only a 60-70% success rate for this detailed Polygonal + coloured Clay embellishment sculpting Art, i.e. fire 3, and two or less will be successful.  This is SPECIALLY crafted for all of you friends at ~110ml to suit the gungfu solo steeping practice!  Still good for steeping for two people at a sitting!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHold one, hold up one, swing his work around.  Carefully examine his Fully-Handmade work.  Look at it from afar, from near, and it will grow on you.  The whole piece grow on you because 1) he takes reference from what the Senior Masters chose for him, 2) and he amazingly crafts them up EXACTLY as to what the Senior Masters want from him: extreme fine detailing with MUCH THOUGHT on each part, with MUCH TIME spent on every part, section.  Because this is what Fully-Handmade ZiSha Art should be, and HOW FULLY-HANDMADE ZISHA ART is so different from and light years ahead of the ubiquitous jigger-machined pots and half-handmade pots masquerading under the sales tagline of \"fully-handmade zisha\" pots.\u003c\/strong\u003e  These latter JM\/HHM pots are made in what we call 流水线 a.k.a. 'Factory-Line operation' whereby the main pot body after being jigger-machined or coming off from the mould, is passed to the next worker who fits on the spout, and subsequently this second worker will pass the pot on to another worker who will in turn fit on the handle.  Continuing so, the pressed lid is likewise passed to another worker who fit on the lid knob.  \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEACH WORKER has NO IDEA what the other one is doing,\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e and they are always working on fixed time lines stated by the boss.  For example, the worker being \"passed the baton\" a pot with the spout just fixed onto the body by his colleague, will only focus on fixing on the handle, \u003cstrong\u003ewith nil to little regard to WHETHER THE HANDLE fixed on will be cohesive with the spout.  Each worker has NO idea of HOW THE FINAL POT WILL LOOK LIKE.\u003c\/strong\u003e  Beyond poor craftsmanship and clay, the result of such processes are ugly pots with poor cohesiveness which experienced Artists, Craftsmen and collectors will tell from a metre away.  Experienced people in us, do not need to pick up a pot to check whether it is fully-handmade or made of zisha, we can tell from a metre away just by looking at the pot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e~~~~~~~~~~~~\u003cbr\u003eThe keywords are: Detailing and Cohesiveness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA GOOD Fully-Handmade ZiSha Work combines great detailing and cohesiveness.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e~~~\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 27, 174);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eExplained, https:\/\/www.realzisha.com\/blogs\/news\/actual-zisha-landscape-at-yixing , the Craftsman by selling his hard-worked ZiSha craft at $190-$240, $45-$65 goes to the cost of the craft, inclusive of the fees for the firing for the kiln operator (three times per pot), the packaging boxes, and between $32 to $52 for the clay (Zi Ni Di Cao Qing, Duan Ni and upwards) used per pot.\u003c\/span\u003e   Craftsman takes 3 days (fastest 2.5days) to craft a pot.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 27, 174);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIf he works 30 days a month without a single day of rest (no family time), he will craft 10-12 pots.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eIf he crafts for 25 days (five days of rest a month), his output will be 8-10 pots.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe success rate for Zi Ni (e.g. Di Cao Qing, Lao Zi Ni, Da Shui Tan etc) and Duan Ni (e.g. Jiang Po Ni, Qing Hui Duan, etc) is 70% on average.  Some times the whole batch of 10 may fail.  We have seen our Craftsmen suffer like this very often.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe success rate for Zhu Ni (e.g. Xiao Mei Yao Zhu Ni) pots is 60%, or 70% with most optimism and at the very, very best.  Unfortunately.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eAll of us at RealZiSha of course, hope for one another, professional colleagues and all, that all the pots will survive firing at the kiln successfully.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e[For ZiSha models\/designs that are very challenging and more complicated to craft, the time taken to craft will be longer, and the failure rate will be higher as well.  Zi Sha by its virtue, have the highest shrinkage rate of all ceramic clay.  Zi Ni and Duan Ni thus have that 70% success rate, while Zhu Ni has even higher shrinkage rate and thus even lower success rate (the lowest of all ceramic clay.)]\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOur Craftsmen are wholeheartedly committed to the cause of Fully-Handmade ZiSha Art and their strictness with their craft and dedication earn our respect.  We give a big Thank You all of these Craftsmen, for they are saving what is our common precious tea culture: Tea + Fully-Handmade ZiSha Art and Craft.  Your support is critical to their livelihood and the existence of this craft for all of the tea fraternity.\u003cbr\u003eThank you Friends!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"realzisha.com","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46332301869206,"sku":null,"price":467.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260411_111748.jpg?v=1775880208"},{"product_id":"四方合瓢-si-fang-he-piao-108-2ml-tai-xi-duan-ni-gao-wen-high-fired-台西段泥-高温烧-with-colour-clay-sculpting-art-泥绘-by-craftsman-gao-xiang-高翔","title":"《四方合瓢》\"Si Fang He Piao\", 108.2ml, *Tai Xi Duan Ni ~ Gao Wen (high-fired) 台西段泥~高温烧 with Colour Clay Sculpting Art 泥绘, by Craftsman Gao Xiang 高翔!～!Congratulations to Mr T.M.! 1419hrs 14th Apr 2026, Chicago! IL!","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: rgb(0, 48, 120);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e《四方合瓢》\"Si Fang He Piao\"!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260414_183639.jpg?v=1776189540\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cb\u003eDearest Friends, announcing our new Craftsman, Gao Xiang 高翔!!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003eHim b\u003c\/span\u003eeing a very honest friend whom Zhang Huan, Zhu Shu and Yang Ping Ting respect a lot in their clay sculpting trainings several years ago, all of us managed to convince him to join us!\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eAnd yes here he is for all of you friends! \u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eWe are all very happy and over the moon!!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260414_183654.jpg?v=1776189540\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260414_184837.jpg?v=1776190152\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260414_184903.jpg?v=1776190152\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003eGao Xiang, at age of 31 now, has been particularly fond of small Polygonal class works since fifteen years ago when he picked up and trained hard in Fully-Handmaking works!\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eHe receives of course, the nod of quality by Senior Consummate Master Yuan Hui!\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eAll of the Craftsmen now in the group too are very happy that from now on, they can all complement one another!\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eSmall (100-160ml) Polygonal works are his area of focus and forte, and this is his love which he does best in!\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eWe really hope all of you friends and ZiSha aficionados will agree with our team here that his works are amazing in artistic direction, afforded at the most affordable price in the market, and of delicate savoir-faire and workmanship! \u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eVery happy that he will now be here permanently with all of you!\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eA lot of hard work from all of us, and we will continue fighting very hard against all odds, for all of you. \u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eWe love our Fully-Handmaking ZiSha Art and are very grateful and over the moon whenever each piece goes to your homes.\u003cbr\u003ePresenting here, proudly to all of you, by Craftsman Gao Xiang:\u003cbr\u003eHis Si Fang He Piao!\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003ePolygonal, small volume, with the 45-degree 1mm chamfering that Senior Master Yuan Hui approves of and smiles at!\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eNot content, we pass him our Cao Family’s Tai Xi Duan Ni we mined from Huang Long Shan (Tai Xi Quarry\/Mine pit is one of the famous and favourite mine locations at Huang Long Shan), and we high-fire them to manifest this beautiful beige-yellow-light brown colour.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eEven further, how can we not let Gao Xiang finish it with his coloured clay sculpting!\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eWe cheer for Craftsman Gao Xiang and thank him for his years of dedication to ZiSha and his love of delicate Polygonal works!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(18, 2, 156); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eCraftsman Gao Xiang 高翔, presents here, the\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\" style=\"color: rgb(18, 2, 156); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e《四方合瓢》\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(18, 2, 156); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eSi Fang He Piao, \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(90, 1, 1); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eHigh-fired Tai Xi Duan Ni 台西段泥~高温烧\u003c\/span\u003e, with \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(2, 79, 22); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003ecoloured clay sculpting of the Plum Blossoms 梅花~彩色泥绘!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e~~~~~~~~~~~~~\u003cbr\u003eSavour BOTH of Craftsman's Gao Xiang's Pot Craftsmanship AND COLOURED Clay Sculpting 彩色泥绘!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260414_184105.jpg?v=1776190152\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260414_184121.jpg?v=1776190152\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260414_184125.jpg?v=1776190152\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260414_184128.jpg?v=1776190152\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260414_184140.jpg?v=1776190152\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260414_184155.jpg?v=1776190152\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260414_184217.jpg?v=1776190152\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260414_184534_1.jpg?v=1776190152\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eClay Sculpting with the applied embellishments, is challenging and raises the likelihood of failure at firing: through cracks at the thin ZiSha clay appliqué, which would be irreparable.  If the clay sculpting comes off, these are irreparable, and the whole pot has to be abandoned.  Zhu Shu needs to craft again.  Generally success rate is one in two.\u003cb\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eColor Clay Sculpting is more difficult and requires higher experience, as the colors pre-firing is different from the colors manifested post-firing, hence the Craftsman must be able to envision the final post-fired effect and color, as she applies fresh ZiSha paste during this Clay Sculpting process!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eHaving the skill of knowing what ZiSha paste to sculpt with is one thing, having the petals and all, having the 3-Dimensional Effect, varying thickness to beautifully bring up the aesthetic appreciation of the Orchids, is another forté which must be mastered together by Craftsman Zhu Shu.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e~~~~~~~~~~\u003cbr\u003e45-degree 1mm-chamfering:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260414_184922.jpg?v=1776190152\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260414_184928.jpg?v=1776190152\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260414_184939.jpg?v=1776190152\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe carefully, deftly and diligently crafted largest possible 3+3+3 holes hand-pushed in filter for amazing great pour from a small-volume 110ml work!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260414_223032.jpg?v=1776190152\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260414_184459.jpg?v=1776190152\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260212_184434.jpg?v=1770951186\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260212_184438.jpg?v=1770951186\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: rgb(0, 48, 120);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eOur Cao Family's Tai Xi Duan Ni, this time high-fired.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260414_184023.jpg?v=1776190152\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260414_184033.jpg?v=1776190152\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260414_184042.jpg?v=1776190152\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: rgb(0, 48, 120);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: rgb(0, 48, 120);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(87, 0, 0); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eZiSha Art is the most amazing carrier medium, housing various aspects of Chinese Cultural Arts!\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eHere in this Si Fang He Piao by Craftsman Gao Xiang,you enjoy the embodiment of\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(23, 0, 113); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e1.  Fully-Handmade ZiSha Art and Craft 紫砂美术与工艺,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(23, 0, 113); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e2.  Painting 绘画,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(23, 0, 113); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e3.  Clay Sculpting 泥绘.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(87, 0, 0); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eHold, Use and Keep relishing the delightful aspects of our Chinese Culture in your daily life, in solitude, in practice, during hospitality to family and friends alike!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(87, 0, 0); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eSavour the journey, dearest Friends :-D\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: rgb(125, 7, 7);\"\u003eWe wish all our dearest friends in you, to enjoy it, use it, savour it and feel the aura of our Chinese YiXing Art!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e~~~~~~~~~~~~\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCraftsman Gao Xiang is NOW proudly one of us and he will be featuring consistently, with Zhang Huan, Zhu Shu, Yang Pin Ting, Gu Xiao Ming, Chen Fa Chu, et al.  \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #b70000;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eCraftsman Gao Xiang's works are highly scrutinised and praised too!by our Senior Masters, and deemed to be ready for you, delectable for your use and a long lasting permanent ZiSha work in your collection.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e~~~\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCherish it as they do not come easy, with the firing kiln enabling only a 60-70% success rate for this detailed Polygonal + coloured Clay embellishment sculpting Art, i.e. fire 3, and two or less will be successful.  This is SPECIALLY crafted for all of you friends at ~110ml to suit the gungfu solo steeping practice!  Still good for steeping for two people at a sitting!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHold one, hold up one, swing his work around.  Carefully examine his Fully-Handmade work.  Look at it from afar, from near, and it will grow on you.  The whole piece grow on you because 1) he takes reference from what the Senior Masters chose for him, 2) and he amazingly crafts them up EXACTLY as to what the Senior Masters want from him: extreme fine detailing with MUCH THOUGHT on each part, with MUCH TIME spent on every part, section.  Because this is what Fully-Handmade ZiSha Art should be, and HOW FULLY-HANDMADE ZISHA ART is so different from and light years ahead of the ubiquitous jigger-machined pots and half-handmade pots masquerading under the sales tagline of \"fully-handmade zisha\" pots.\u003c\/strong\u003e  These latter JM\/HHM pots are made in what we call 流水线 a.k.a. 'Factory-Line operation' whereby the main pot body after being jigger-machined or coming off from the mould, is passed to the next worker who fits on the spout, and subsequently this second worker will pass the pot on to another worker who will in turn fit on the handle.  Continuing so, the pressed lid is likewise passed to another worker who fit on the lid knob.  \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEACH WORKER has NO IDEA what the other one is doing,\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e and they are always working on fixed time lines stated by the boss.  For example, the worker being \"passed the baton\" a pot with the spout just fixed onto the body by his colleague, will only focus on fixing on the handle, \u003cstrong\u003ewith nil to little regard to WHETHER THE HANDLE fixed on will be cohesive with the spout.  Each worker has NO idea of HOW THE FINAL POT WILL LOOK LIKE.\u003c\/strong\u003e  Beyond poor craftsmanship and clay, the result of such processes are ugly pots with poor cohesiveness which experienced Artists, Craftsmen and collectors will tell from a metre away.  Experienced people in us, do not need to pick up a pot to check whether it is fully-handmade or made of zisha, we can tell from a metre away just by looking at the pot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e~~~~~~~~~~~~\u003cbr\u003eThe keywords are: Detailing and Cohesiveness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA GOOD Fully-Handmade ZiSha Work combines great detailing and cohesiveness.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e~~~\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 27, 174);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eExplained, https:\/\/www.realzisha.com\/blogs\/news\/actual-zisha-landscape-at-yixing , the Craftsman by selling his hard-worked ZiSha craft at $190-$240, $45-$65 goes to the cost of the craft, inclusive of the fees for the firing for the kiln operator (three times per pot), the packaging boxes, and between $32 to $52 for the clay (Zi Ni Di Cao Qing, Duan Ni and upwards) used per pot.\u003c\/span\u003e   Craftsman takes 3 days (fastest 2.5days) to craft a pot.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 27, 174);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIf he works 30 days a month without a single day of rest (no family time), he will craft 10-12 pots.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eIf he crafts for 25 days (five days of rest a month), his output will be 8-10 pots.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe success rate for Zi Ni (e.g. Di Cao Qing, Lao Zi Ni, Da Shui Tan etc) and Duan Ni (e.g. Jiang Po Ni, Qing Hui Duan, etc) is 70% on average.  Some times the whole batch of 10 may fail.  We have seen our Craftsmen suffer like this very often.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe success rate for Zhu Ni (e.g. Xiao Mei Yao Zhu Ni) pots is 60%, or 70% with most optimism and at the very, very best.  Unfortunately.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eAll of us at RealZiSha of course, hope for one another, professional colleagues and all, that all the pots will survive firing at the kiln successfully.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e[For ZiSha models\/designs that are very challenging and more complicated to craft, the time taken to craft will be longer, and the failure rate will be higher as well.  Zi Sha by its virtue, have the highest shrinkage rate of all ceramic clay.  Zi Ni and Duan Ni thus have that 70% success rate, while Zhu Ni has even higher shrinkage rate and thus even lower success rate (the lowest of all ceramic clay.)]\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOur Craftsmen are wholeheartedly committed to the cause of Fully-Handmade ZiSha Art and their strictness with their craft and dedication earn our respect.  We give a big Thank You all of these Craftsmen, for they are saving what is our common precious tea culture: Tea + Fully-Handmade ZiSha Art and Craft.  Your support is critical to their livelihood and the existence of this craft for all of the tea fraternity.\u003cbr\u003eThank you Friends!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; 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The Netherlands🇳🇱!","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: rgb(0, 48, 120);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e《四方合瓢》\"Si Fang He Piao\"\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260412_184935.jpg?v=1776014716\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cb\u003eGao Xiang is with you now, crafting beguiling and stunning handy-volumed Polygonal class works for all of you.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003eHim b\u003c\/span\u003eeing a very honest friend whom Zhang Huan, Zhu Shu and Yang Ping Ting respect a lot in their clay sculpting trainings several years ago, all of us managed to convince him, to join us in September 2025!  And yes here he is for all of you friends! \u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eWe are all very happy and over the moon!!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260412_185102.jpg?v=1776014715\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260412_185003.jpg?v=1776014716\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260412_184250.jpg?v=1776014716\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003eGao Xiang, at age of 31 now, has been particularly fond of small Polygonal class works since fifteen years ago when he picked up and trained hard in Fully-Handmaking works!\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eHe receives of course, the nod of quality by Senior Consummate Master Yuan Hui!\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eAll of the Craftsmen now in the group too are very happy that from now on, they can all complement one another!\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eSmall (100-160ml) Polygonal works are his area of focus and forte, this being is his love which he does best in!\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eWe really hope all of you friends and ZiSha aficionados will agree with our team here that his works are amazing in craftsmanship and artistic direction under the auspices of Senior Consummate Master Yuan Hui!  All afforded at the most affordable price in the market, and of delicate savoir-faire and workmanship!  Very happy that he will now be here permanently with all of you!\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eA lot of hard work from all of us, and we will continue fighting very hard against all odds, for all of you. \u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eWe love our Fully-Handmade ZiSha Art and are very grateful and over the moon whenever each piece goes to your homes.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: rgb(2, 23, 126);\"\u003ePresenting here, proudly to all of you, by Craftsman Gao Xiang:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: rgb(2, 23, 126);\"\u003eHis Si Fang He Piao!\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  Four-Sided, Minimalistic 禅意, Wide and Low-Slung Polygonal\u003c\/span\u003e, small volume for very satisfying Gong Fu Style steeping for one!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(2, 23, 126);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eCraftsman Gao Xiang crafted this Si Fang He Piao with finesse!!!with the 45-degree 1mm chamfering that Senior Master Yuan Hui approves of and smiles at!\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eNot content, we pass him our Cao Family’s Tai Xi Duan Ni we mined from Huang Long Shan (Tai Xi Quarry\/Mine pit is one of the famous and favourite mine locations at Huang Long Shan), and we high-fire them to manifest this beautiful beige-yellow-light brown colour.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  Going\u003c\/span\u003e further, how can we not let Gao Xiang add his finishing work with his coloured clay sculpting!  Everything in, a stunning 150ml volume work to serve you for your entire lifetime.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(2, 80, 30);\"\u003eWe cheer for Craftsman Gao Xiang and thank him for his years of dedication to ZiSha and his love of delicate Polygonal works!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260412_183300.jpg?v=1776014716\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\\\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260412_173924.jpg?v=1776014716\" 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text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eCraftsman Gao Xiang 高翔, presents here, the\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\" style=\"color: rgb(18, 2, 156);\"\u003e《\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 48, 120);\"\u003e四方合瓢》\"Si Fang He Piao\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(18, 2, 156); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e, \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(90, 1, 1); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eHigh-fired Tai Xi Duan Ni 台西段泥~高温烧\u003c\/span\u003e, with \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(2, 79, 22); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003ecoloured clay sculpting of the flower that we Chinese revere and are attached to, the flower that persists through the winter: the Plum Blossoms 梅花!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e~~~~~~~~~~~~~\u003cbr\u003eSavour BOTH of Craftsman's Gao Xiang's Pot Craftsmanship AND COLOURED Clay Sculpting 彩色泥绘!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260412_184250.jpg?v=1776014716\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260412_184254.jpg?v=1776014715\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260412_184314.jpg?v=1776014716\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260412_184306.jpg?v=1776014715\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260412_184337.jpg?v=1776014716\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260412_184342.jpg?v=1776014715\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260412_174156_1.jpg?v=1776014715\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eClay Sculpting with the applied embellishments, is challenging and raises the likelihood of failure at firing: through cracks at the thin ZiSha clay appliqué, which would be irreparable.  If the clay sculpting comes off, these are irreparable, and the whole pot has to be abandoned.  Zhu Shu needs to craft again.  Generally success rate is one in two.\u003cb\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eColor Clay Sculpting is more difficult and requires higher experience, as the colors pre-firing is different from the colors manifested post-firing, hence the Craftsman must be able to envision the final post-fired effect and color, as she applies fresh ZiSha paste during this Clay Sculpting process!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eHaving the skill of knowing what ZiSha paste to sculpt with is one thing, having the petals and all, having the 3-Dimensional Effect, varying thickness to beautifully bring up the aesthetic appreciation of the Orchids, is another forté which must be mastered together by Craftsman Zhu Shu.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e~~~~~~~~~~\u003cbr\u003e45-degree 1mm-chamfering, at the rim of the top square opening, and all around the Lid:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260412_183338.jpg?v=1776014716\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260412_173539.jpg?v=1776014715\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260412_173550.jpg?v=1776014716\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260412_174840.jpg?v=1776014716\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260412_174852.jpg?v=1776014716\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260412_174901.jpg?v=1776014715\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260412_174920.jpg?v=1776014716\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260412_174948.jpg?v=1776014716\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260412_175027.jpg?v=1776014715\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260412_175029.jpg?v=1776014715\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260412_175042.jpg?v=1776014716\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260412_175052.jpg?v=1776014715\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260412_175143.jpg?v=1776014715\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe carefully, deftly and diligently crafted hand-pushed in filter for amazing great pour from a small-volume ~100ml work!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260413_001007.jpg?v=1776014716\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: rgb(0, 48, 120);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eOur Cao Family's Tai Xi Duan Ni, this time high-fired.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260412_173658.jpg?v=1776014716\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260412_173717.jpg?v=1776014716\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260412_184337.jpg?v=1776014716\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003eShrinkage of Fully-Handmade ZiSha work:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260412_173827.jpg?v=1776014716\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260412_173842.jpg?v=1776014716\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260413_000701.jpg?v=1776014715\"\u003e|\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260413_000811.jpg?v=1776014715\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260413_000840.jpg?v=1776014716\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260412_174710.jpg?v=1776014716\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: rgb(0, 48, 120);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: rgb(0, 48, 120);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(87, 0, 0); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eZiSha Art is the most amazing carrier medium, housing various aspects of Chinese Cultural Arts!\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eHere in this Xian Ming Liu Fang by Craftsman Gao Xiang,you enjoy the embodiment of\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(23, 0, 113); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e1.  Fully-Handmade ZiSha Art and Craft 紫砂美术与工艺,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(23, 0, 113); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e2.  Painting 绘画,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(23, 0, 113); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e3.  Clay Sculpting 泥绘.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(87, 0, 0); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eHold, Use and Keep relishing the delightful aspects of our Chinese Culture in your daily life, in solitude, in practice, during hospitality to family and friends alike!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(87, 0, 0); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eSavour the journey, dearest Friends :-D\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: rgb(125, 7, 7);\"\u003eWe wish all our dearest friends in you, to enjoy it, use it, savour it and feel the aura of our Chinese YiXing Art!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e~~~~~~~~~~~~\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCraftsman Gao Xiang is NOW proudly one of us and he will be featuring consistently, with Zhang Huan, Zhu Shu, Yang Pin Ting, Gu Xiao Ming, Chen Fa Chu, et al.  \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #b70000;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eCraftsman Gao Xiang's works are highly scrutinised and praised too!by our Senior Masters, and deemed to be ready for you, delectable for your use and a long lasting permanent ZiSha work in your collection.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e~~~\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCherish it as they do not come easy, with the firing kiln enabling only a 60-70% success rate for this detailed Polygonal + coloured Clay embellishment sculpting Art, i.e. fire 3, and two or less will be successful.  This is SPECIALLY crafted for all of you friends at ~110ml to suit the gungfu solo steeping practice!  Still good for steeping for two people at a sitting!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHold one, hold up one, swing his work around.  Carefully examine his Fully-Handmade work.  Look at it from afar, from near, and it will grow on you.  The whole piece grow on you because 1) he takes reference from what the Senior Masters chose for him, 2) and he amazingly crafts them up EXACTLY as to what the Senior Masters want from him: extreme fine detailing with MUCH THOUGHT on each part, with MUCH TIME spent on every part, section.  Because this is what Fully-Handmade ZiSha Art should be, and HOW FULLY-HANDMADE ZISHA ART is so different from and light years ahead of the ubiquitous jigger-machined pots and half-handmade pots masquerading under the sales tagline of \"fully-handmade zisha\" pots.\u003c\/strong\u003e  These latter JM\/HHM pots are made in what we call 流水线 a.k.a. 'Factory-Line operation' whereby the main pot body after being jigger-machined or coming off from the mould, is passed to the next worker who fits on the spout, and subsequently this second worker will pass the pot on to another worker who will in turn fit on the handle.  Continuing so, the pressed lid is likewise passed to another worker who fit on the lid knob.  \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEACH WORKER has NO IDEA what the other one is doing,\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e and they are always working on fixed time lines stated by the boss.  For example, the worker being \"passed the baton\" a pot with the spout just fixed onto the body by his colleague, will only focus on fixing on the handle, \u003cstrong\u003ewith nil to little regard to WHETHER THE HANDLE fixed on will be cohesive with the spout.  Each worker has NO idea of HOW THE FINAL POT WILL LOOK LIKE.\u003c\/strong\u003e  Beyond poor craftsmanship and clay, the result of such processes are ugly pots with poor cohesiveness which experienced Artists, Craftsmen and collectors will tell from a metre away.  Experienced people in us, do not need to pick up a pot to check whether it is fully-handmade or made of zisha, we can tell from a metre away just by looking at the pot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e~~~~~~~~~~~~\u003cbr\u003eThe keywords are: Detailing and Cohesiveness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA GOOD Fully-Handmade ZiSha Work combines great detailing and cohesiveness.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e~~~\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 27, 174);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eExplained, https:\/\/www.realzisha.com\/blogs\/news\/actual-zisha-landscape-at-yixing , the Craftsman by selling his hard-worked ZiSha craft at $190-$240, $45-$65 goes to the cost of the craft, inclusive of the fees for the firing for the kiln operator (three times per pot), the packaging boxes, and between $32 to $52 for the clay (Zi Ni Di Cao Qing, Duan Ni and upwards) used per pot.\u003c\/span\u003e   Craftsman takes 3 days (fastest 2.5days) to craft a pot.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 27, 174);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIf he works 30 days a month without a single day of rest (no family time), he will craft 10-12 pots.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eIf he crafts for 25 days (five days of rest a month), his output will be 8-10 pots.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe success rate for Zi Ni (e.g. Di Cao Qing, Lao Zi Ni, Da Shui Tan etc) and Duan Ni (e.g. Jiang Po Ni, Qing Hui Duan, etc) is 70% on average.  Some times the whole batch of 10 may fail.  We have seen our Craftsmen suffer like this very often.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe success rate for Zhu Ni (e.g. Xiao Mei Yao Zhu Ni) pots is 60%, or 70% with most optimism and at the very, very best.  Unfortunately.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eAll of us at RealZiSha of course, hope for one another, professional colleagues and all, that all the pots will survive firing at the kiln successfully.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e[For ZiSha models\/designs that are very challenging and more complicated to craft, the time taken to craft will be longer, and the failure rate will be higher as well.  Zi Sha by its virtue, have the highest shrinkage rate of all ceramic clay.  Zi Ni and Duan Ni thus have that 70% success rate, while Zhu Ni has even higher shrinkage rate and thus even lower success rate (the lowest of all ceramic clay.)]\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOur Craftsmen are wholeheartedly committed to the cause of Fully-Handmade ZiSha Art and their strictness with their craft and dedication earn our respect.  We give a big Thank You all of these Craftsmen, for they are saving what is our common precious tea culture: Tea + Fully-Handmade ZiSha Art and Craft.  Your support is critical to their livelihood and the existence of this craft for all of the tea fraternity.\u003cbr\u003eThank you Friends!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"realzisha.com","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46337804533910,"sku":null,"price":412.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260412_184935.jpg?v=1776014716"},{"product_id":"四方宝鼎-si-fang-bao-ding-four-sided-crown-jewel-164-8ml-tai-xi-duan-ni-gao-wen-high-fired-colour-clay-snow-bamboo-bird-sculpting-art-by-craftsman-gao-xiang","title":"《四方宝鼎》\"Si Fang Bao Ding ~ Four-Sided Crown Jewel\", 164.8ml, *Tai Xi Duan Ni ~ Gao Wen (high-fired)+Colour Clay (Snow, Bamboo, Bird) Sculpting Art, by Craftsman Gao Xiang!~!Congratulations to Mr J.S.! 1458hrs 13th Apr 2026, Scarsdale! NY!","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: rgb(0, 48, 120);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e《四方宝鼎》\"Si Fang Bao Ding ~ Four-Sided Crown Jewel\"!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260413_173756.jpg?v=1776104073\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cb\u003eDearest Friends, announcing our new Craftsman, Gao Xiang 高翔!!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003eHim b\u003c\/span\u003eeing a very honest friend whom Zhang Huan, Zhu Shu and Yang Ping Ting respect a lot in their clay sculpting trainings several years ago, all of us managed to convince him to join us!\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eAnd yes here he is for all of you friends! \u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eWe are all very happy and over the moon!!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260413_173846.jpg?v=1776104073\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260413_173819.jpg?v=1776104073\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260413_181508.jpg?v=1776104073\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003eGao Xiang, at age of 31 now, has been particularly fond of small Polygonal class works since fifteen years ago when he picked up and trained hard in Fully-Handmaking works!\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eHe receives of course, the nod of quality by Senior Consummate Master Yuan Hui!\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eAll of the Craftsmen now in the group too are very happy that from now on, they can all complement one another!\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eSmall (100-160ml) Polygonal works are his area of focus and forte, and this is his love which he does best in!\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eWe really hope all of you friends and ZiSha aficionados will agree with our team here that his works are amazing in artistic direction, afforded at the most affordable price in the market, and of delicate savoir-faire and workmanship! \u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eVery happy that he will now be here permanently with all of you!\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eA lot of hard work from all of us, and we will continue fighting very hard against all odds, for all of you. \u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eWe love our Fully-Handmade ZiSha Art and are very grateful and over the moon whenever each piece goes to your homes.\u003cbr\u003ePresenting here, proudly to all of you, by Craftsman Gao Xiang:\u003cbr\u003eHis Si Fang Bao Ding!\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003ePolygonal, small volume, with the 45-degree 1mm chamfering that Senior Master Yuan Hui approves of and smiles at!\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eNot content, we pass him our Cao Family’s Tai Xi Duan Ni we mined from Huang Long Shan (Tai Xi Quarry\/Mine pit is one of the famous and favourite mine locations at Huang Long Shan), and we high-fire them to manifest this beautiful beige-yellow-light brown colour.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eEven further, how can we not let Gao Xiang finish it with his coloured clay sculpting!\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eWe cheer for Craftsman Gao Xiang and thank him for his years of dedication to ZiSha and his love of delicate Polygonal works!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(18, 2, 156); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eCraftsman Gao Xiang 高翔, presents here, the\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\" style=\"color: rgb(18, 2, 156); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e《四方宝鼎》\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(18, 2, 156); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eSi Fang Bao Ding, \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(90, 1, 1); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eHigh-fired Tai Xi Duan Ni 台西段泥~高温烧\u003c\/span\u003e, with \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(2, 79, 22); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003ecoloured clay sculpting of the Plum Blossoms 梅花~彩色泥绘!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e~~~~~~~~~~~~~\u003cbr\u003eSavour BOTH of Craftsman's Gao Xiang's Pot Craftsmanship AND COLOURED Clay Sculpting 彩色泥绘!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260413_181345.jpg?v=1776104073\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260413_181349.jpg?v=1776104073\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260413_181355.jpg?v=1776104073\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260413_181412.jpg?v=1776104073\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260413_181415.jpg?v=1776104073\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260413_181444.jpg?v=1776104072\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260413_181452.jpg?v=1776104073\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260413_173228_1.jpg?v=1776104073\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260413_181526.jpg?v=1776104073\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260413_181534.jpg?v=1776104073\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260413_173248.jpg?v=1776104073\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eClay Sculpting with the applied embellishments, is challenging and raises the likelihood of failure at firing: through cracks at the thin ZiSha clay appliqué, which would be irreparable.  If the clay sculpting comes off, these are irreparable, and the whole pot has to be abandoned.  Zhu Shu needs to craft again.  Generally success rate is one in two.\u003cb\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eColor Clay Sculpting is more difficult and requires higher experience, as the colors pre-firing is different from the colors manifested post-firing, hence the Craftsman must be able to envision the final post-fired effect and color, as she applies fresh ZiSha paste during this Clay Sculpting process!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eHaving the skill of knowing what ZiSha paste to sculpt with is one thing, having the petals and all, having the 3-Dimensional Effect, varying thickness to beautifully bring up the aesthetic appreciation of the Orchids, is another forté which must be mastered together by Craftsman Zhu Shu.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e~~~~~~~~~~\u003cbr\u003e45-degree 1mm-chamfering, A) At Edge of Top Opening, and B) all around the Lid, and C) all around the base corners and edges.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260221_145802.jpg?v=1771659185\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260301_164613.jpg?v=1772395223\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260413_182252.jpg?v=1776104074\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260413_182308.jpg?v=1776104072\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260413_182320.jpg?v=1776104073\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260413_182328.jpg?v=1776104073\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260413_182405.jpg?v=1776104073\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260413_182440.jpg?v=1776104072\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260413_182448.jpg?v=1776104073\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260413_182452.jpg?v=1776104073\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260413_182457.jpg?v=1776104073\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260413_182535.jpg?v=1776104073\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260414_013814.jpg?v=1776104073\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260414_013714.jpg?v=1776104072\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260414_013719.jpg?v=1776104074\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260414_013727.jpg?v=1776104074\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260414_013730.jpg?v=1776104073\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260414_013733.jpg?v=1776104074\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe carefully, deftly and diligently crafted largest possible 3+3+3 holes hand-pushed in filter for amazing great pour from a small-volume ~165ml work!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260414_010551.jpg?v=1776104074\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260413_181646.jpg?v=1776104073\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260413_181737.jpg?v=1776104074\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: rgb(0, 48, 120);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eOur Cao Family's Tai Xi Duan Ni, this time high-fired.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260413_181241.jpg?v=1776104074\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260413_181236.jpg?v=1776104073\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260413_181151.jpg?v=1776104073\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003eShrinkage of ZiSha:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260413_181548.jpg?v=1776104073\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260413_181557.jpg?v=1776104073\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260414_005210.jpg?v=1776104073\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260414_010237.jpg?v=1776104073\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260414_005230.jpg?v=1776104076\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260414_010358.jpg?v=1776104073\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260414_010528.jpg?v=1776104073\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: rgb(0, 48, 120);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: rgb(0, 48, 120);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(87, 0, 0); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eZiSha Art is the most amazing carrier medium, housing various aspects of Chinese Cultural Arts!\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eHere in this Si Fang He Piao by Craftsman Gao Xiang,you enjoy the embodiment of\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(23, 0, 113); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e1.  Fully-Handmade ZiSha Art and Craft 紫砂美术与工艺,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(23, 0, 113); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e2.  Painting 绘画,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(23, 0, 113); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e3.  Clay Sculpting 泥绘.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(87, 0, 0); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eHold, Use and Keep relishing the delightful aspects of our Chinese Culture in your daily life, in solitude, in practice, during hospitality to family and friends alike!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(87, 0, 0); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eSavour the journey, dearest Friends :-D\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: rgb(125, 7, 7);\"\u003eWe wish all our dearest friends in you, to enjoy it, use it, savour it and feel the aura of our Chinese YiXing Art!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e~~~~~~~~~~~~\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCraftsman Gao Xiang is NOW proudly one of us and he will be featuring consistently, with Zhang Huan, Zhu Shu, Yang Pin Ting, Gu Xiao Ming, Chen Fa Chu, et al.  \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #b70000;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eCraftsman Gao Xiang's works are highly scrutinised and praised too!by our Senior Masters, and deemed to be ready for you, delectable for your use and a long lasting permanent ZiSha work in your collection.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e~~~\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCherish it as they do not come easy, with the firing kiln enabling only a 60-70% success rate for this detailed Polygonal + coloured Clay embellishment sculpting Art, i.e. fire 3, and two or less will be successful.  This is SPECIALLY crafted for all of you friends at ~110ml to suit the gungfu solo steeping practice!  Still good for steeping for two people at a sitting!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHold one, hold up one, swing his work around.  Carefully examine his Fully-Handmade work.  Look at it from afar, from near, and it will grow on you.  The whole piece grow on you because 1) he takes reference from what the Senior Masters chose for him, 2) and he amazingly crafts them up EXACTLY as to what the Senior Masters want from him: extreme fine detailing with MUCH THOUGHT on each part, with MUCH TIME spent on every part, section.  Because this is what Fully-Handmade ZiSha Art should be, and HOW FULLY-HANDMADE ZISHA ART is so different from and light years ahead of the ubiquitous jigger-machined pots and half-handmade pots masquerading under the sales tagline of \"fully-handmade zisha\" pots.\u003c\/strong\u003e  These latter JM\/HHM pots are made in what we call 流水线 a.k.a. 'Factory-Line operation' whereby the main pot body after being jigger-machined or coming off from the mould, is passed to the next worker who fits on the spout, and subsequently this second worker will pass the pot on to another worker who will in turn fit on the handle.  Continuing so, the pressed lid is likewise passed to another worker who fit on the lid knob.  \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEACH WORKER has NO IDEA what the other one is doing,\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e and they are always working on fixed time lines stated by the boss.  For example, the worker being \"passed the baton\" a pot with the spout just fixed onto the body by his colleague, will only focus on fixing on the handle, \u003cstrong\u003ewith nil to little regard to WHETHER THE HANDLE fixed on will be cohesive with the spout.  Each worker has NO idea of HOW THE FINAL POT WILL LOOK LIKE.\u003c\/strong\u003e  Beyond poor craftsmanship and clay, the result of such processes are ugly pots with poor cohesiveness which experienced Artists, Craftsmen and collectors will tell from a metre away.  Experienced people in us, do not need to pick up a pot to check whether it is fully-handmade or made of zisha, we can tell from a metre away just by looking at the pot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e~~~~~~~~~~~~\u003cbr\u003eThe keywords are: Detailing and Cohesiveness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA GOOD Fully-Handmade ZiSha Work combines great detailing and cohesiveness.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e~~~\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 27, 174);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eExplained, https:\/\/www.realzisha.com\/blogs\/news\/actual-zisha-landscape-at-yixing , the Craftsman by selling his hard-worked ZiSha craft at $190-$240, $45-$65 goes to the cost of the craft, inclusive of the fees for the firing for the kiln operator (three times per pot), the packaging boxes, and between $32 to $52 for the clay (Zi Ni Di Cao Qing, Duan Ni and upwards) used per pot.\u003c\/span\u003e   Craftsman takes 3 days (fastest 2.5days) to craft a pot.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 27, 174);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIf he works 30 days a month without a single day of rest (no family time), he will craft 10-12 pots.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eIf he crafts for 25 days (five days of rest a month), his output will be 8-10 pots.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe success rate for Zi Ni (e.g. Di Cao Qing, Lao Zi Ni, Da Shui Tan etc) and Duan Ni (e.g. Jiang Po Ni, Qing Hui Duan, etc) is 70% on average.  Some times the whole batch of 10 may fail.  We have seen our Craftsmen suffer like this very often.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe success rate for Zhu Ni (e.g. Xiao Mei Yao Zhu Ni) pots is 60%, or 70% with most optimism and at the very, very best.  Unfortunately.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eAll of us at RealZiSha of course, hope for one another, professional colleagues and all, that all the pots will survive firing at the kiln successfully.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e[For ZiSha models\/designs that are very challenging and more complicated to craft, the time taken to craft will be longer, and the failure rate will be higher as well.  Zi Sha by its virtue, have the highest shrinkage rate of all ceramic clay.  Zi Ni and Duan Ni thus have that 70% success rate, while Zhu Ni has even higher shrinkage rate and thus even lower success rate (the lowest of all ceramic clay.)]\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOur Craftsmen are wholeheartedly committed to the cause of Fully-Handmade ZiSha Art and their strictness with their craft and dedication earn our respect.  We give a big Thank You all of these Craftsmen, for they are saving what is our common precious tea culture: Tea + Fully-Handmade ZiSha Art and Craft.  Your support is critical to their livelihood and the existence of this craft for all of the tea fraternity.\u003cbr\u003eThank you Friends!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"realzisha.com","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46338135589014,"sku":null,"price":423.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260413_173819.jpg?v=1776105616"},{"product_id":"四方宝鼎-si-fang-bao-ding-four-sided-crown-jewel-171-2ml-tai-xi-duan-ni-gao-wen-high-fired-colour-clay-snow-bamboo-bird-sculpting-art-by-craftsman-gao-xiang","title":"《四方宝鼎》\"Si Fang Bao Ding ~ Four-Sided Crown Jewel\", 171.2ml, *Tai Xi Duan Ni ~ Gao Wen (high-fired)+Colour Clay (Snow, Bamboo, Bird) Sculpting Art, by Craftsman Gao Xiang!~ Congratulations!to Mr Z.X.M.! 1323hrs 22nd Apr 2026, Singapore🇸🇬!","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: rgb(0, 48, 120);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e《四方宝鼎》\"Si Fang Bao Ding ~ Four-Sided Crown Jewel\"!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260419_145007.jpg?v=1776601895\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cb\u003eDearest Friends, announcing our new Craftsman, Gao Xiang 高翔!!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003eHim b\u003c\/span\u003eeing a very honest friend whom Zhang Huan, Zhu Shu and Yang Ping Ting respect a lot in their clay sculpting trainings several years ago, all of us managed to convince him to join us!\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eAnd yes here he is for all of you friends! \u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eWe are all very happy and over the moon!!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260419_145025.jpg?v=1776601895\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260419_145102.jpg?v=1776601894\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260413_173819.jpg?v=1776104073\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260419_164428.jpg?v=1776601895\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003eGao Xiang, at age of 31 now, has been particularly fond of small Polygonal class works since fifteen years ago when he picked up and trained hard in Fully-Handmaking works!\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eHe receives of course, the nod of quality by Senior Consummate Master Yuan Hui!\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eAll of the Craftsmen now in the group too are very happy that from now on, they can all complement one another!\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eSmall (100-160ml) Polygonal works are his area of focus and forte, and this is his love which he does best in!\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eWe really hope all of you friends and ZiSha aficionados will agree with our team here that his works are amazing in artistic direction, afforded at the most affordable price in the market, and of delicate savoir-faire and workmanship! \u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eVery happy that he will now be here permanently with all of you!\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eA lot of hard work from all of us, and we will continue fighting very hard against all odds, for all of you. \u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eWe love our Fully-Handmade ZiSha Art and are very grateful and over the moon whenever each piece goes to your homes.\u003cbr\u003ePresenting here, proudly to all of you, by Craftsman Gao Xiang:\u003cbr\u003eHis Si Fang Bao Ding!\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003ePolygonal, small volume, with the 45-degree 1mm chamfering that Senior Master Yuan Hui approves of and smiles at!\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eNot content, we pass him our Cao Family’s Tai Xi Duan Ni we mined from Huang Long Shan (Tai Xi Quarry\/Mine pit is one of the famous and favourite mine locations at Huang Long Shan), and we high-fire them to manifest this beautiful beige-yellow-light brown colour.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eEven further, how can we not let Gao Xiang finish it with his coloured clay sculpting!\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eWe cheer for Craftsman Gao Xiang and thank him for his years of dedication to ZiSha and his love of delicate Polygonal works!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(18, 2, 156); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eCraftsman Gao Xiang 高翔, presents here, the\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(18, 2, 156); text-decoration: underline;\" class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e《四方宝鼎》\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(18, 2, 156); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eSi Fang Bao Ding, \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(90, 1, 1); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eHigh-fired Tai Xi Duan Ni 台西段泥~高温烧\u003c\/span\u003e, with \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(2, 79, 22); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003ecoloured clay sculpting of the Plum Blossoms 梅花~彩色泥绘!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e~~~~~~~~~~~~~\u003cbr\u003eSavour BOTH of Craftsman's Gao Xiang's Pot Craftsmanship AND COLOURED Clay Sculpting 彩色泥绘!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260419_164257.jpg?v=1776601895\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260419_164314.jpg?v=1776601894\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260419_164323.jpg?v=1776601895\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260419_164339.jpg?v=1776601895\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260419_164345.jpg?v=1776601894\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260419_164352.jpg?v=1776601895\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260419_164359.jpg?v=1776601895\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260419_164412.jpg?v=1776601894\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260419_144336.jpg?v=1776601895\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260419_164504.jpg?v=1776601894\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260419_164521.jpg?v=1776601895\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260419_164535.jpg?v=1776601895\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260419_144439_2.jpg?v=1776603078\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eClay Sculpting with the applied embellishments, is challenging and raises the likelihood of failure at firing: through cracks at the thin ZiSha clay appliqué, which would be irreparable.  If the clay sculpting comes off, these are irreparable, and the whole pot has to be abandoned.  Zhu Shu needs to craft again.  Generally success rate is one in two.\u003cb\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eColor Clay Sculpting is more difficult and requires higher experience, as the colors pre-firing is different from the colors manifested post-firing, hence the Craftsman must be able to envision the final post-fired effect and color, as she applies fresh ZiSha paste during this Clay Sculpting process!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eHaving the skill of knowing what ZiSha paste to sculpt with is one thing, having the petals and all, having the 3-Dimensional Effect, varying thickness to beautifully bring up the aesthetic appreciation of the Orchids, is another forté which must be mastered together by Craftsman Zhu Shu.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e~~~~~~~~~~\u003cbr\u003e45-degree 1mm-chamfering, A) At Edge of Top Opening, and B) all around the Lid, and C) all around the base corners and edges.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260419_161353.jpg?v=1776601895\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260419_161434.jpg?v=1776601896\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260419_165332.jpg?v=1776601895\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260419_165346.jpg?v=1776601895\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260419_165405.jpg?v=1776601895\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260419_165440.jpg?v=1776601895\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260419_165534.jpg?v=1776601894\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260419_165546.jpg?v=1776601895\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260419_165549.jpg?v=1776601894\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260419_165600.jpg?v=1776601894\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260419_165604.jpg?v=1776601895\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260419_165646.jpg?v=1776601895\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260419_203805.jpg?v=1776602358\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260419_203649.jpg?v=1776602358\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260419_203606.jpg?v=1776602358\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260419_203613.jpg?v=1776602358\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260419_203642.jpg?v=1776602358\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe carefully, deftly and diligently crafted largest possible 3+3+3 holes hand-pushed in filter for amazing great pour from a small-volume ~165ml work!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260419_191149.jpg?v=1776601895\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260419_145318.jpg?v=1776603078\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260419_145342.jpg?v=1776603078\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: rgb(0, 48, 120);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eOur Cao Family's Tai Xi Duan Ni, this time high-fired.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260419_161346.jpg?v=1776601895\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260419_161353.jpg?v=1776601895\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260419_161434.jpg?v=1776601896\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003eShrinkage of ZiSha:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260413_181557.jpg?v=1776104073\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260419_190656.jpg?v=1776601895\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260419_190722.jpg?v=1776601894\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260419_190858.jpg?v=1776601895\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260419_190923.jpg?v=1776601895\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260419_191016.jpg?v=1776601894\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: rgb(0, 48, 120);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: rgb(0, 48, 120);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(87, 0, 0); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eZiSha Art is the most amazing carrier medium, housing various aspects of Chinese Cultural Arts!\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eHere in this Si Fang He Piao by Craftsman Gao Xiang,you enjoy the embodiment of\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(23, 0, 113); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e1.  Fully-Handmade ZiSha Art and Craft 紫砂美术与工艺,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(23, 0, 113); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e2.  Painting 绘画,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(23, 0, 113); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e3.  Clay Sculpting 泥绘.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(87, 0, 0); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eHold, Use and Keep relishing the delightful aspects of our Chinese Culture in your daily life, in solitude, in practice, during hospitality to family and friends alike!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(87, 0, 0); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eSavour the journey, dearest Friends :-D\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: rgb(125, 7, 7);\"\u003eWe wish all our dearest friends in you, to enjoy it, use it, savour it and feel the aura of our Chinese YiXing Art!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e~~~~~~~~~~~~\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCraftsman Gao Xiang is NOW proudly one of us and he will be featuring consistently, with Zhang Huan, Zhu Shu, Yang Pin Ting, Gu Xiao Ming, Chen Fa Chu, et al.  \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #b70000;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eCraftsman Gao Xiang's works are highly scrutinised and praised too!by our Senior Masters, and deemed to be ready for you, delectable for your use and a long lasting permanent ZiSha work in your collection.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e~~~\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCherish it as they do not come easy, with the firing kiln enabling only a 60-70% success rate for this detailed Polygonal + coloured Clay embellishment sculpting Art, i.e. fire 3, and two or less will be successful.  This is SPECIALLY crafted for all of you friends at ~110ml to suit the gungfu solo steeping practice!  Still good for steeping for two people at a sitting!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta 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'Factory-Line operation' whereby the main pot body after being jigger-machined or coming off from the mould, is passed to the next worker who fits on the spout, and subsequently this second worker will pass the pot on to another worker who will in turn fit on the handle.  Continuing so, the pressed lid is likewise passed to another worker who fit on the lid knob.  \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEACH WORKER has NO IDEA what the other one is doing,\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e and they are always working on fixed time lines stated by the boss.  For example, the worker being \"passed the baton\" a pot with the spout just fixed onto the body by his colleague, will only focus on fixing on the handle, \u003cstrong\u003ewith nil to little regard to WHETHER THE HANDLE fixed on will be cohesive with the spout.  Each worker has NO idea of HOW THE FINAL POT WILL LOOK LIKE.\u003c\/strong\u003e  Beyond poor craftsmanship and clay, the result of such processes are ugly pots with poor cohesiveness which experienced Artists, Craftsmen and collectors will tell from a metre away.  Experienced people in us, do not need to pick up a pot to check whether it is fully-handmade or made of zisha, we can tell from a metre away just by looking at the pot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e~~~~~~~~~~~~\u003cbr\u003eThe keywords are: Detailing and Cohesiveness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA GOOD Fully-Handmade ZiSha Work combines great detailing and cohesiveness.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e~~~\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 27, 174);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eExplained, https:\/\/www.realzisha.com\/blogs\/news\/actual-zisha-landscape-at-yixing , the Craftsman by selling his hard-worked ZiSha craft at $190-$240, $45-$65 goes to the cost of the craft, inclusive of the fees for the firing for the kiln operator (three times per pot), the packaging boxes, and between $32 to $52 for the clay (Zi Ni Di Cao Qing, Duan Ni and upwards) used per pot.\u003c\/span\u003e   Craftsman takes 3 days (fastest 2.5days) to craft a pot.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 27, 174);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIf he works 30 days a month without a single day of rest (no family time), he will craft 10-12 pots.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eIf he crafts for 25 days (five days of rest a month), his output will be 8-10 pots.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe success rate for Zi Ni (e.g. Di Cao Qing, Lao Zi Ni, Da Shui Tan etc) and Duan Ni (e.g. Jiang Po Ni, Qing Hui Duan, etc) is 70% on average.  Some times the whole batch of 10 may fail.  We have seen our Craftsmen suffer like this very often.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe success rate for Zhu Ni (e.g. Xiao Mei Yao Zhu Ni) pots is 60%, or 70% with most optimism and at the very, very best.  Unfortunately.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eAll of us at RealZiSha of course, hope for one another, professional colleagues and all, that all the pots will survive firing at the kiln successfully.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e[For ZiSha models\/designs that are very challenging and more complicated to craft, the time taken to craft will be longer, and the failure rate will be higher as well.  Zi Sha by its virtue, have the highest shrinkage rate of all ceramic clay.  Zi Ni and Duan Ni thus have that 70% success rate, while Zhu Ni has even higher shrinkage rate and thus even lower success rate (the lowest of all ceramic clay.)]\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOur Craftsmen are wholeheartedly committed to the cause of Fully-Handmade ZiSha Art and their strictness with their craft and dedication earn our respect.  We give a big Thank You all of these Craftsmen, for they are saving what is our common precious tea culture: Tea + Fully-Handmade ZiSha Art and Craft.  Your support is critical to their livelihood and the existence of this craft for all of the tea fraternity.\u003cbr\u003eThank you Friends!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; 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AZ!","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: rgb(0, 48, 120);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e《贤明\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e六方》\"Xian Ming Liu Fang ~ The Sagacious Six-Sided\"!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260423_161619.jpg?v=1776961395\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260423_161341.jpg?v=1776961395\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260423_161506.jpg?v=1776961395\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cb\u003eGao Xiang is with you now, crafting beguiling and stunning handy-volumed Polygonal class works for all of you.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003eHim b\u003c\/span\u003eeing a very honest friend whom Zhang Huan, Zhu Shu and Yang Ping Ting respect a lot in their clay sculpting trainings several years ago, all of us managed to convince him, to join us in September 2025!  And yes here he is for all of you friends! \u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eWe are all very happy and over the moon!!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260423_161240.jpg?v=1776961395\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260423_153038_1.jpg?v=1776961395\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260423_154531.jpg?v=1776961395\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003eGao Xiang, at age of 31 now, has been particularly fond of small Polygonal class works since fifteen years ago when he picked up and trained hard in Fully-Handmaking works!\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eHe receives of course, the nod of quality by Senior Consummate Master Yuan Hui!\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eAll of the Craftsmen now in the group too are very happy that from now on, they can all complement one another!\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eSmall (100-160ml) Polygonal works are his area of focus and forte, this being is his love which he does best in!\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eWe really hope all of you friends and ZiSha aficionados will agree with our team here that his works are amazing in craftsmanship and artistic direction under the auspices of Senior Consummate Master Yuan Hui!  All afforded at the most affordable price in the market, and of delicate savoir-faire and workmanship!  Very happy that he will now be here permanently with all of you!\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eA lot of hard work from all of us, and we will continue fighting very hard against all odds, for all of you. \u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eWe love our Fully-Handmade ZiSha Art and are very grateful and over the moon whenever each piece goes to your homes.\u003cbr\u003ePresenting here, proudly to all of you, by Craftsman Gao Xiang:\u003cbr\u003eHis Xian Ming Liu Fang!\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  Six-Sided, Sleek, LOW-SLUNG \u003c\/span\u003ePolygonal, small volume, with the 45-degree 1mm chamfering that Senior Master Yuan Hui approves of and smiles at!\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eNot content, we pass him our Cao Family’s Tai Xi Duan Ni we mined from Huang Long Shan (Tai Xi Quarry\/Mine pit is one of the famous and favourite mine locations at Huang Long Shan), and we high-fire them to manifest this beautiful beige-yellow-light brown colour.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  Going\u003c\/span\u003e further, how can we not let Gao Xiang add his finishing work with his coloured clay sculpting!  Everything in, a stunning 150ml volume work to serve you for your entire lifetime.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eWe cheer for Craftsman Gao Xiang and thank him for his years of dedication to ZiSha and his love of delicate Polygonal works!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260423_154911.jpg?v=1776961396\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260423_154904.jpg?v=1776961395\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260423_154855.jpg?v=1776961395\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260423_153145.jpg?v=1776961395\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260423_153202.jpg?v=1776961395\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260423_153252.jpg?v=1776961395\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260423_153429.jpg?v=1776961395\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260423_153533.jpg?v=1776961395\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260423_153525.jpg?v=1776961395\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260423_155444_1.jpg?v=1776961394\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260423_155504_1.jpg?v=1776961395\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(18, 2, 156); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eCraftsman Gao Xiang 高翔, presents here, the\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\" style=\"color: rgb(18, 2, 156); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e《贤明六方》Xian Ming Liu Fang\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(18, 2, 156); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e, \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(90, 1, 1); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eHigh-fired Tai Xi Duan Ni 台西段泥~高温烧\u003c\/span\u003e, with \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(2, 79, 22); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003ecoloured clay sculpting of Shan Shui 山水~彩色泥绘!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e~~~~~~~~~~~~~\u003cbr\u003eSavour BOTH of Craftsman's Gao Xiang's Pot Craftsmanship AND COLOURED Clay Sculpting 彩色泥绘!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260423_154648.jpg?v=1776961395\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260423_154545.jpg?v=1776961395\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260423_154601.jpg?v=1776961395\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260423_154658.jpg?v=1776961395\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260423_154720.jpg?v=1776961395\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260423_154724.jpg?v=1776961395\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260423_154742.jpg?v=1776961395\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260423_154756.jpg?v=1776961395\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260423_154801.jpg?v=1776961395\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260423_154821.jpg?v=1776961395\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260423_154826.jpg?v=1776961395\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260423_154831.jpg?v=1776961395\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260423_155256.jpg?v=1776961394\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eClay Sculpting with the applied embellishments, is challenging and raises the likelihood of failure at firing: through cracks at the thin ZiSha clay appliqué, which would be irreparable.  If the clay sculpting comes off, these are irreparable, and the whole pot has to be abandoned.  Zhu Shu needs to craft again.  Generally success rate is one in two.\u003cb\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eColor Clay Sculpting is more difficult and requires higher experience, as the colors pre-firing is different from the colors manifested post-firing, hence the Craftsman must be able to envision the final post-fired effect and color, as she applies fresh ZiSha paste during this Clay Sculpting process!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eHaving the skill of knowing what ZiSha paste to sculpt with is one thing, having the petals and all, having the 3-Dimensional Effect, varying thickness to beautifully bring up the aesthetic appreciation of the Orchids, is another forté which must be mastered together by Craftsman Zhu Shu.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e~~~~~~~~~~\u003cbr\u003e45-degree 1mm-chamfering, A) At Shoulder Edge, and B) All around the Lid, and C) at both the lower edges of the body!:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260423_153610.jpg?v=1776961395\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260423_153628.jpg?v=1776961395\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260423_153656.jpg?v=1776961395\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260423_153705.jpg?v=1776961395\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260423_153711.jpg?v=1776961395\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260423_153750.jpg?v=1776961395\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260423_153757.jpg?v=1776961395\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260423_153809.jpg?v=1776961395\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260423_153937.jpg?v=1776961395\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260423_154058.jpg?v=1776961395\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260423_154319.jpg?v=1776961395\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260423_154322.jpg?v=1776961395\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260423_154329.jpg?v=1776961395\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260423_154348.jpg?v=1776961395\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260423_154500.jpg?v=1776961395\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260423_160143.jpg?v=1776961395\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260423_160212.jpg?v=1776961396\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260423_160230.jpg?v=1776961394\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260423_160234.jpg?v=1776961395\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260423_160248.jpg?v=1776961395\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260423_160245.jpg?v=1776961395\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260423_160303.jpg?v=1776961394\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260423_160352.jpg?v=1776961395\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe carefully, deftly and diligently crafted hand-pushed in filter for amazing great pour from a small-volume ~150ml work!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260423_203804.jpg?v=1776961395\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: rgb(0, 48, 120);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eOur Cao Family's Tai Xi Duan Ni, this time high-fired.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260423_155016.jpg?v=1776961395\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260423_155504.jpg?v=1776961397\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003eShrinkage of Fully-Handmade ZiSha work:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260404_113248.jpg?v=1775325521\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260423_203126.jpg?v=1776961395\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260423_203251.jpg?v=1776961395\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260423_203352.jpg?v=1776961395\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260423_155731.jpg?v=1776961395\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: rgb(0, 48, 120);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: rgb(0, 48, 120);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(87, 0, 0); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eZiSha Art is the most amazing carrier medium, housing various aspects of Chinese Cultural Arts!\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eHere in this Xian Ming Liu Fang by Craftsman Gao Xiang,you enjoy the embodiment of\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(23, 0, 113); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e1.  Fully-Handmade ZiSha Art and Craft 紫砂美术与工艺,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(23, 0, 113); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e2.  Painting 绘画,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(23, 0, 113); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e3.  Clay Sculpting 泥绘.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(87, 0, 0); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eHold, Use and Keep relishing the delightful aspects of our Chinese Culture in your daily life, in solitude, in practice, during hospitality to family and friends alike!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(87, 0, 0); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eSavour the journey, dearest Friends :-D\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: rgb(125, 7, 7);\"\u003eWe wish all our dearest friends in you, to enjoy it, use it, savour it and feel the aura of our Chinese YiXing Art!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e~~~~~~~~~~~~\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCraftsman Gao Xiang is NOW proudly one of us and he will be featuring consistently, with Zhang Huan, Zhu Shu, Yang Pin Ting, Gu Xiao Ming, Chen Fa Chu, et al.  \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #b70000;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eCraftsman Gao Xiang's works are highly scrutinised and praised too!by our Senior Masters, and deemed to be ready for you, delectable for your use and a long lasting permanent ZiSha work in your collection.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e~~~\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCherish it as they do not come easy, with the firing kiln enabling only a 60-70% success rate for this detailed Polygonal + coloured Clay embellishment sculpting Art, i.e. fire 3, and two or less will be successful.  This is SPECIALLY crafted for all of you friends at ~110ml to suit the gungfu solo steeping practice!  Still good for steeping for two people at a sitting!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHold one, hold up one, swing his work around.  Carefully examine his Fully-Handmade work.  Look at it from afar, from near, and it will grow on you.  The whole piece grow on you because 1) he takes reference from what the Senior Masters chose for him, 2) and he amazingly crafts them up EXACTLY as to what the Senior Masters want from him: extreme fine detailing with MUCH THOUGHT on each part, with MUCH TIME spent on every part, section.  Because this is what Fully-Handmade ZiSha Art should be, and HOW FULLY-HANDMADE ZISHA ART is so different from and light years ahead of the ubiquitous jigger-machined pots and half-handmade pots masquerading under the sales tagline of \"fully-handmade zisha\" pots.\u003c\/strong\u003e  These latter JM\/HHM pots are made in what we call 流水线 a.k.a. 'Factory-Line operation' whereby the main pot body after being jigger-machined or coming off from the mould, is passed to the next worker who fits on the spout, and subsequently this second worker will pass the pot on to another worker who will in turn fit on the handle.  Continuing so, the pressed lid is likewise passed to another worker who fit on the lid knob.  \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEACH WORKER has NO IDEA what the other one is doing,\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e and they are always working on fixed time lines stated by the boss.  For example, the worker being \"passed the baton\" a pot with the spout just fixed onto the body by his colleague, will only focus on fixing on the handle, \u003cstrong\u003ewith nil to little regard to WHETHER THE HANDLE fixed on will be cohesive with the spout.  Each worker has NO idea of HOW THE FINAL POT WILL LOOK LIKE.\u003c\/strong\u003e  Beyond poor craftsmanship and clay, the result of such processes are ugly pots with poor cohesiveness which experienced Artists, Craftsmen and collectors will tell from a metre away.  Experienced people in us, do not need to pick up a pot to check whether it is fully-handmade or made of zisha, we can tell from a metre away just by looking at the pot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e~~~~~~~~~~~~\u003cbr\u003eThe keywords are: Detailing and Cohesiveness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA GOOD Fully-Handmade ZiSha Work combines great detailing and cohesiveness.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e~~~\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 27, 174);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eExplained, https:\/\/www.realzisha.com\/blogs\/news\/actual-zisha-landscape-at-yixing , the Craftsman by selling his hard-worked ZiSha craft at $190-$240, $45-$65 goes to the cost of the craft, inclusive of the fees for the firing for the kiln operator (three times per pot), the packaging boxes, and between $32 to $52 for the clay (Zi Ni Di Cao Qing, Duan Ni and upwards) used per pot.\u003c\/span\u003e   Craftsman takes 3 days (fastest 2.5days) to craft a pot.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 27, 174);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIf he works 30 days a month without a single day of rest (no family time), he will craft 10-12 pots.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eIf he crafts for 25 days (five days of rest a month), his output will be 8-10 pots.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe success rate for Zi Ni (e.g. Di Cao Qing, Lao Zi Ni, Da Shui Tan etc) and Duan Ni (e.g. Jiang Po Ni, Qing Hui Duan, etc) is 70% on average.  Some times the whole batch of 10 may fail.  We have seen our Craftsmen suffer like this very often.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe success rate for Zhu Ni (e.g. Xiao Mei Yao Zhu Ni) pots is 60%, or 70% with most optimism and at the very, very best.  Unfortunately.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eAll of us at RealZiSha of course, hope for one another, professional colleagues and all, that all the pots will survive firing at the kiln successfully.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e[For ZiSha models\/designs that are very challenging and more complicated to craft, the time taken to craft will be longer, and the failure rate will be higher as well.  Zi Sha by its virtue, have the highest shrinkage rate of all ceramic clay.  Zi Ni and Duan Ni thus have that 70% success rate, while Zhu Ni has even higher shrinkage rate and thus even lower success rate (the lowest of all ceramic clay.)]\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOur Craftsmen are wholeheartedly committed to the cause of Fully-Handmade ZiSha Art and their strictness with their craft and dedication earn our respect.  We give a big Thank You all of these Craftsmen, for they are saving what is our common precious tea culture: Tea + Fully-Handmade ZiSha Art and Craft.  Your support is critical to their livelihood and the existence of this craft for all of the tea fraternity.\u003cbr\u003eThank you Friends!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; 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NY!","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: rgb(0, 48, 120);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e《贤明\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e六方》\"Xian Ming Liu Fang ~ The Sagacious Six-Sided\"!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260511_155620.jpg?v=1779370203\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260511_155735.jpg?v=1779370205\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cb\u003eGao Xiang is with you now, crafting beguiling and stunning handy-volumed Polygonal class works for all of you.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003eHim b\u003c\/span\u003eeing a very honest friend whom Zhang Huan, Zhu Shu and Yang Ping Ting respect a lot in their clay sculpting trainings several years ago, all of us managed to convince him, to join us in September 2025!  And yes here he is for all of you friends! \u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eWe are all very happy and over the moon!!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260511_155812.jpg?v=1779370205\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260511_152353_1.jpg?v=1779370204\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260511_155101.jpg?v=1779370204\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003eGao Xiang, at age of 31 now, has been particularly fond of small Polygonal class works since fifteen years ago when he picked up and trained hard in Fully-Handmaking works!\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eHe receives of course, the nod of quality by Senior Consummate Master Yuan Hui!\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eAll of the Craftsmen now in the group too are very happy that from now on, they can all complement one another!\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eSmall (100-160ml) Polygonal works are his area of focus and forte, this being is his love which he does best in!\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eWe really hope all of you friends and ZiSha aficionados will agree with our team here that his works are amazing in craftsmanship and artistic direction under the auspices of Senior Consummate Master Yuan Hui!  All afforded at the most affordable price in the market, and of delicate savoir-faire and workmanship!  Very happy that he will now be here permanently with all of you!\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eA lot of hard work from all of us, and we will continue fighting very hard against all odds, for all of you. \u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eWe love our Fully-Handmade ZiSha Art and are very grateful and over the moon whenever each piece goes to your homes.\u003cbr\u003ePresenting here, proudly to all of you, by Craftsman Gao Xiang:\u003cbr\u003eHis Xian Ming Liu Fang!\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  Six-Sided, Sleek, LOW-SLUNG \u003c\/span\u003ePolygonal, small volume, with the 45-degree 1mm chamfering that Senior Master Yuan Hui approves of and smiles at!\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eNot content, we pass him our Cao Family’s Tai Xi Duan Ni we mined from Huang Long Shan (Tai Xi Quarry\/Mine pit is one of the famous and favourite mine locations at Huang Long Shan), and we high-fire them to manifest this beautiful beige-yellow-light brown colour.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  Going\u003c\/span\u003e further, how can we not let Gao Xiang add his finishing work with his coloured clay sculpting!  Everything in, a stunning 150ml volume work to serve you for your entire lifetime.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eWe cheer for Craftsman Gao Xiang and thank him for his years of dedication to ZiSha and his love of delicate Polygonal works!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260511_153833.jpg?v=1779370204\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260511_154537.jpg?v=1779370204\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260511_154532.jpg?v=1779370204\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260511_154524.jpg?v=1779370204\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260511_153115.jpg?v=1779370204\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260511_153039.jpg?v=1779370204\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260511_152727.jpg?v=1779370204\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260511_152911.jpg?v=1779370204\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260511_153837.jpg?v=1779370206\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260511_153923.jpg?v=1779370204\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260511_154801_1.jpg?v=1779370204\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(18, 2, 156); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eCraftsman Gao Xiang 高翔, presents here, the\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\" style=\"color: rgb(18, 2, 156); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e《贤明六方》Xian Ming Liu Fang\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(18, 2, 156); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e, \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(90, 1, 1); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eHigh-fired Tai Xi Duan Ni 台西段泥~高温烧\u003c\/span\u003e, with \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(2, 79, 22); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003ecoloured clay sculpting of Shan Shui 山水~彩色泥绘!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e~~~~~~~~~~~~~\u003cbr\u003eSavour BOTH of Craftsman's Gao Xiang's Pot Craftsmanship AND COLOURED Clay Sculpting 彩色泥绘!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260511_155112.jpg?v=1779370204\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260511_155147.jpg?v=1779370203\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260511_155307.jpg?v=1779370204\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260511_155154.jpg?v=1779370204\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260511_155202.jpg?v=1779370204\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260511_155415.jpg?v=1779370204\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260511_155218.jpg?v=1779370204\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260511_155231.jpg?v=1779370204\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260511_155427.jpg?v=1779370204\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260511_155505.jpg?v=1779370204\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260511_155456.jpg?v=1779370204\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260511_154632_1.jpg?v=1779370204\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eClay Sculpting with the applied embellishments, is challenging and raises the likelihood of failure at firing: through cracks at the thin ZiSha clay appliqué, which would be irreparable.  If the clay sculpting comes off, these are irreparable, and the whole pot has to be abandoned.  Zhu Shu needs to craft again.  Generally success rate is one in two.\u003cb\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eColor Clay Sculpting is more difficult and requires higher experience, as the colors pre-firing is different from the colors manifested post-firing, hence the Craftsman must be able to envision the final post-fired effect and color, as she applies fresh ZiSha paste during this Clay Sculpting process!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eHaving the skill of knowing what ZiSha paste to sculpt with is one thing, having the petals and all, having the 3-Dimensional Effect, varying thickness to beautifully bring up the aesthetic appreciation of the Orchids, is another forté which must be mastered together by Craftsman Zhu Shu.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e~~~~~~~~~~\u003cbr\u003e45-degree 1mm-chamfering, A) At Shoulder Edge, and B) All around the Lid, and C) at both the lower edges of the body!:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260511_153955.jpg?v=1779370204\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260511_153532.jpg?v=1779370204\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260511_153545.jpg?v=1779370204\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260511_153602.jpg?v=1779370204\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260511_160036.jpg?v=1779370204\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260511_160046.jpg?v=1779370204\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260511_160116.jpg?v=1779370204\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260511_160131.jpg?v=1779370204\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260511_160210.jpg?v=1779370204\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260511_160243.jpg?v=1779370204\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260511_160250.jpg?v=1779370203\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260511_160300.jpg?v=1779370204\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260511_160310.jpg?v=1779370203\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260511_160451.jpg?v=1779370205\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260520_181442.jpg?v=1779370205\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260520_181420.jpg?v=1779370204\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260520_181422.jpg?v=1779370204\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260520_181628.jpg?v=1779370204\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe carefully, deftly and diligently crafted hand-pushed in filter for amazing great pour from a small-volume ~150ml work!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260411_114503.jpg?v=1775880208\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: rgb(0, 48, 120);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eOur Cao Family's Tai Xi Duan Ni, this time high-fired.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260411_110406.jpg?v=1775880209\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260411_110441.jpg?v=1775880208\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003eShrinkage of Fully-Handmade ZiSha work:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260404_113248.jpg?v=1775325521\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260404_113335.jpg?v=1775325521\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260411_113802.jpg?v=1775880208\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260411_113814.jpg?v=1775880209\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260411_114012.jpg?v=1775880209\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260411_114152.jpg?v=1775880208\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260411_112752.jpg?v=1775880208\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: rgb(0, 48, 120);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: rgb(0, 48, 120);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(87, 0, 0); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eZiSha Art is the most amazing carrier medium, housing various aspects of Chinese Cultural Arts!\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eHere in this Xian Ming Liu Fang by Craftsman Gao Xiang,you enjoy the embodiment of\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(23, 0, 113); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e1.  Fully-Handmade ZiSha Art and Craft 紫砂美术与工艺,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(23, 0, 113); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e2.  Painting 绘画,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(23, 0, 113); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e3.  Clay Sculpting 泥绘.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(87, 0, 0); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eHold, Use and Keep relishing the delightful aspects of our Chinese Culture in your daily life, in solitude, in practice, during hospitality to family and friends alike!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(87, 0, 0); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eSavour the journey, dearest Friends :-D\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: rgb(125, 7, 7);\"\u003eWe wish all our dearest friends in you, to enjoy it, use it, savour it and feel the aura of our Chinese YiXing Art!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e~~~~~~~~~~~~\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCraftsman Gao Xiang is NOW proudly one of us and he will be featuring consistently, with Zhang Huan, Zhu Shu, Yang Pin Ting, Gu Xiao Ming, Chen Fa Chu, et al.  \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #b70000;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eCraftsman Gao Xiang's works are highly scrutinised and praised too!by our Senior Masters, and deemed to be ready for you, delectable for your use and a long lasting permanent ZiSha work in your collection.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e~~~\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCherish it as they do not come easy, with the firing kiln enabling only a 60-70% success rate for this detailed Polygonal + coloured Clay embellishment sculpting Art, i.e. fire 3, and two or less will be successful.  This is SPECIALLY crafted for all of you friends at ~110ml to suit the gungfu solo steeping practice!  Still good for steeping for two people at a sitting!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHold one, hold up one, swing his work around.  Carefully examine his Fully-Handmade work.  Look at it from afar, from near, and it will grow on you.  The whole piece grow on you because 1) he takes reference from what the Senior Masters chose for him, 2) and he amazingly crafts them up EXACTLY as to what the Senior Masters want from him: extreme fine detailing with MUCH THOUGHT on each part, with MUCH TIME spent on every part, section.  Because this is what Fully-Handmade ZiSha Art should be, and HOW FULLY-HANDMADE ZISHA ART is so different from and light years ahead of the ubiquitous jigger-machined pots and half-handmade pots masquerading under the sales tagline of \"fully-handmade zisha\" pots.\u003c\/strong\u003e  These latter JM\/HHM pots are made in what we call 流水线 a.k.a. 'Factory-Line operation' whereby the main pot body after being jigger-machined or coming off from the mould, is passed to the next worker who fits on the spout, and subsequently this second worker will pass the pot on to another worker who will in turn fit on the handle.  Continuing so, the pressed lid is likewise passed to another worker who fit on the lid knob.  \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEACH WORKER has NO IDEA what the other one is doing,\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e and they are always working on fixed time lines stated by the boss.  For example, the worker being \"passed the baton\" a pot with the spout just fixed onto the body by his colleague, will only focus on fixing on the handle, \u003cstrong\u003ewith nil to little regard to WHETHER THE HANDLE fixed on will be cohesive with the spout.  Each worker has NO idea of HOW THE FINAL POT WILL LOOK LIKE.\u003c\/strong\u003e  Beyond poor craftsmanship and clay, the result of such processes are ugly pots with poor cohesiveness which experienced Artists, Craftsmen and collectors will tell from a metre away.  Experienced people in us, do not need to pick up a pot to check whether it is fully-handmade or made of zisha, we can tell from a metre away just by looking at the pot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e~~~~~~~~~~~~\u003cbr\u003eThe keywords are: Detailing and Cohesiveness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA GOOD Fully-Handmade ZiSha Work combines great detailing and cohesiveness.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e~~~\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 27, 174);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eExplained, https:\/\/www.realzisha.com\/blogs\/news\/actual-zisha-landscape-at-yixing , the Craftsman by selling his hard-worked ZiSha craft at $190-$240, $45-$65 goes to the cost of the craft, inclusive of the fees for the firing for the kiln operator (three times per pot), the packaging boxes, and between $32 to $52 for the clay (Zi Ni Di Cao Qing, Duan Ni and upwards) used per pot.\u003c\/span\u003e   Craftsman takes 3 days (fastest 2.5days) to craft a pot.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 27, 174);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIf he works 30 days a month without a single day of rest (no family time), he will craft 10-12 pots.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eIf he crafts for 25 days (five days of rest a month), his output will be 8-10 pots.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe success rate for Zi Ni (e.g. Di Cao Qing, Lao Zi Ni, Da Shui Tan etc) and Duan Ni (e.g. Jiang Po Ni, Qing Hui Duan, etc) is 70% on average.  Some times the whole batch of 10 may fail.  We have seen our Craftsmen suffer like this very often.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe success rate for Zhu Ni (e.g. Xiao Mei Yao Zhu Ni) pots is 60%, or 70% with most optimism and at the very, very best.  Unfortunately.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eAll of us at RealZiSha of course, hope for one another, professional colleagues and all, that all the pots will survive firing at the kiln successfully.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e[For ZiSha models\/designs that are very challenging and more complicated to craft, the time taken to craft will be longer, and the failure rate will be higher as well.  Zi Sha by its virtue, have the highest shrinkage rate of all ceramic clay.  Zi Ni and Duan Ni thus have that 70% success rate, while Zhu Ni has even higher shrinkage rate and thus even lower success rate (the lowest of all ceramic clay.)]\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOur Craftsmen are wholeheartedly committed to the cause of Fully-Handmade ZiSha Art and their strictness with their craft and dedication earn our respect.  We give a big Thank You all of these Craftsmen, for they are saving what is our common precious tea culture: Tea + Fully-Handmade ZiSha Art and Craft.  Your support is critical to their livelihood and the existence of this craft for all of the tea fraternity.\u003cbr\u003eThank you Friends!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"realzisha.com","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46350960656534,"sku":null,"price":467.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260511_155735.jpg?v=1779370205"},{"product_id":"玉悦六方-yu-yue-liu-fang-joyfulness-spring-of-life-six-sided-164-2ml-tai-xi-ben-duan-gao-wen-high-fired-台西本段-高温烧-shan-shui-colour-clay-sculpting-art-彩色泥绘-by-craftsman-gao-xiang-高翔","title":"《玉悦六方》\"Yu Yue Liu Fang ~ Joyfulness ~The Spring of Life ~ Six-Sided\", 164.2ml, *Tai Xi Ben Duan ~ Gao Wen (high-fired) + Shan Shui Colour Clay Sculpting Art, by Craftsman Gao Xiang!~ Congratulations!to Mr F.P.! 2154hrs 30th Apr 2026, München! Germany🇩🇪!","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: rgb(0, 48, 120);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e《玉悦六方》\"Yu Yue Liu Fang ~ Joyfulness ~ Spring of Life ~ Six-Sided\"!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260428_161250.jpg?v=1777399588\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: rgb(0, 48, 120);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003ePresenting here, proudly to all of you, by Craftsman Gao Xiang:\u003cbr\u003eHis Yu Yue Liu Fang!\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003cbr\u003eThe backstory of this creation of Gao Xiang.\u003cbr\u003eGao Xiang single-mindedly wants to create a work, which is able to exemplify, emanate and gift the joy of tea to the owner and guests!\u003cbr\u003eThe Joy of Spring comes to mind! And Gao Xiang duly planned to clay sculpt in colour: the bloom of Magnolia (\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eYu Lan 玉兰花) flowers in Spring, in order to adorn this work!  Starting with a six-sided plan, Gao Xiang also wishes to manifest the beautiful roundedness of masterfully cut, shaped and polished Jade 玉 pieces!\u003cbr\u003eHence the name of this work that includes the Chinese character:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(127, 1, 1);\"\u003eYu 玉 ~ Jade\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Magnolia flowers are called Yu Lan Hua \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e玉兰花.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(121, 2, 2);\"\u003eYu\u003c\/span\u003e Yue \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(122, 1, 1);\"\u003e愉\u003c\/span\u003e悦 the two Chinese characters mean happiness!\u003cbr\u003eHence Gao Xiang names this joyful work:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(125, 3, 3);\"\u003e《玉悦六方》YU YUE Liu Fang!\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eDesigned and crafted to bring JOY to you during tea session!\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: rgb(0, 48, 120);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260428_184110.jpg?v=1777399588\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cb\u003eGao Xiang is with you now, crafting beguiling and stunning handy-volumed Polygonal class works for all of you.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003eHim b\u003c\/span\u003eeing a very honest friend whom Zhang Huan, Zhu Shu and Yang Ping Ting respect a lot in their clay sculpting trainings several years ago, all of us managed to convince him, to join us in September 2025!  And yes here he is for all of you friends! \u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eWe are all very happy and over the moon!!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260428_160951_1.jpg?v=1777399589\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260428_183947.jpg?v=1777399589\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260428_184208.jpg?v=1777399589\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003eGao Xiang, at age of 31 now, has been particularly fond of small Polygonal class works since fifteen years ago when he picked up and trained hard in Fully-Handmaking works!\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eHe receives of course, the nod of quality by Senior Consummate Master Yuan Hui!\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eAll of the Craftsmen now in the group too are very happy that from now on, they can all complement one another!\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eSmall (100-160ml) Polygonal works are his area of focus and forte, this being is his love which he does best in!\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eWe really hope all of you friends and ZiSha aficionados will agree with our team here that his works are amazing in craftsmanship and artistic direction under the auspices of Senior Consummate Master Yuan Hui!  All afforded at the most affordable price in the market, and of delicate savoir-faire and workmanship!  Very happy that he will now be here permanently with all of you!\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eA lot of hard work from all of us, and we will continue fighting very hard against all odds, for all of you. \u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eWe love our Fully-Handmade ZiSha Art and are very grateful and over the moon whenever each piece goes to your homes.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eWe passed Gao Xiang, our Cao Family’s Tai Xi Duan Ni we mined from Huang Long Shan (Tai Xi Quarry\/Mine pit is one of the famous and favourite mine locations at Huang Long Shan), and we high-fire them to manifest this beautiful beige-yellow-light brown colour.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  Going\u003c\/span\u003e further, how can we not let Gao Xiang add his finishing work with his coloured clay sculpting!  Everything in, a stunning 150ml volume work to serve you for your entire lifetime.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eWe cheer for Craftsman Gao Xiang and thank him for his years of dedication to ZiSha and his love of delicate Polygonal works!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260428_175213.jpg?v=1777399589\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260428_161901_1.jpg?v=1777399590\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260428_175229.jpg?v=1777399588\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260428_174628.jpg?v=1777399588\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(18, 2, 156); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eCraftsman Gao Xiang 高翔, presents here, the\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\" style=\"color: rgb(18, 2, 156); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e《玉悦六方》\"Yu Yue Liu Fang\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(18, 2, 156); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e, \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(90, 1, 1); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eHigh-fired Tai Xi Duan Ni 台西段泥~高温烧\u003c\/span\u003e, with \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(2, 79, 22); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003ecoloured clay sculpting of a butterfly fluttering and the Magnolia flower in full bloom in the Spring ~彩色泥绘!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e~~~~~~~~~~~~~\u003cbr\u003eSavour BOTH of Craftsman's Gao Xiang's Pot Craftsmanship AND COLOURED Clay Sculpting 彩色泥绘!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260428_161321.jpg?v=1777399589\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260428_160951_1.jpg?v=1777399589\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260428_175000.jpg?v=1777399589\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260428_175014.jpg?v=1777399589\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260428_175111.jpg?v=1777399589\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260428_175142.jpg?v=1777399589\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260428_175119.jpg?v=1777399589\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260428_175124.jpg?v=1777399589\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260428_175147.jpg?v=1777399589\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260428_161628_1.jpg?v=1777399589\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eClay Sculpting with the applied embellishments, is challenging and raises the likelihood of failure at firing: through cracks at the thin ZiSha clay appliqué, which would be irreparable.  If the clay sculpting comes off, these are irreparable, and the whole pot has to be abandoned.  Zhu Shu needs to craft again.  Generally success rate is one in two.\u003cb\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eColor Clay Sculpting is more difficult and requires higher experience, as the colors pre-firing is different from the colors manifested post-firing, hence the Craftsman must be able to envision the final post-fired effect and color, as she applies fresh ZiSha paste during this Clay Sculpting process!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eHaving the skill of knowing what ZiSha paste to sculpt with is one thing, having the petals and all, having the 3-Dimensional Effect, varying thickness to beautifully bring up the aesthetic appreciation of the Orchids, is another forté which must be mastered together by Craftsman Zhu Shu.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e~~~~~~~~~~\u003cbr\u003e45-degree 1mm-chamfering, A) At the rim of the opening, B) all around the Lid, and C) at the lower edges of the body!:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260428_214857.jpg?v=1777399589\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260428_214904.jpg?v=1777399589\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260428_214913.jpg?v=1777399588\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260428_214940.jpg?v=1777399589\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260428_214948.jpg?v=1777399588\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260428_184012.jpg?v=1777399589\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260428_174411.jpg?v=1777399589\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260428_215054.jpg?v=1777399589\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260428_215120.jpg?v=1777399589\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260428_215128.jpg?v=1777399589\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260428_215134.jpg?v=1777399589\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260428_215219.jpg?v=1777399589\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe carefully, deftly and diligently crafted hand-pushed in filter for amazing great pour from a small-volume ~165ml work!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260429_003530.jpg?v=1777399589\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: rgb(0, 48, 120);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eOur Cao Family's Tai Xi Duan Ni, this time high-fired.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260428_174758.jpg?v=1777399588\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260428_174829.jpg?v=1777399588\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260428_174855.jpg?v=1777399589\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003eShrinkage of Fully-Handmade ZiSha work:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260429_003146.jpg?v=1777399589\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260429_003313.jpg?v=1777399588\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260429_003337.jpg?v=1777399589\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260429_003344.jpg?v=1777399589\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260428_175455.jpg?v=1777399589\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: rgb(0, 48, 120);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: rgb(0, 48, 120);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(87, 0, 0); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eZiSha Art is the most amazing carrier medium, housing various aspects of Chinese Cultural Arts!\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eHere in this Yu Yue Liu Fang by Craftsman Gao Xiang,you enjoy the embodiment of\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(23, 0, 113); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e1.  Fully-Handmade ZiSha Art and Craft 紫砂美术与工艺,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(23, 0, 113); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e2.  Painting 绘画,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(23, 0, 113); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e3.  Clay Sculpting 泥绘.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(87, 0, 0); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eHold, Use and Keep relishing the delightful aspects of our Chinese Culture in your daily life, in solitude, in practice, during hospitality to family and friends alike!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(87, 0, 0); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eSavour the journey, dearest Friends :-D\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: rgb(125, 7, 7);\"\u003eWe wish all our dearest friends in you, to enjoy it, use it, savour it and feel the aura of our Chinese YiXing Art!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e~~~~~~~~~~~~\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCraftsman Gao Xiang is NOW proudly one of us and he will be featuring consistently, with Zhang Huan, Zhu Shu, Yang Pin Ting, Gu Xiao Ming, Chen Fa Chu, et al.  \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #b70000;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eCraftsman Gao Xiang's works are highly scrutinised and praised too!by our Senior Masters, and deemed to be ready for you, delectable for your use and a long lasting permanent ZiSha work in your collection.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e~~~\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCherish it as they do not come easy, with the firing kiln enabling only a 60-70% success rate for this detailed Polygonal + coloured Clay embellishment sculpting Art, i.e. fire 3, and two or less will be successful.  This is SPECIALLY crafted for all of you friends at ~110ml to suit the gungfu solo steeping practice!  Still good for steeping for two people at a sitting!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHold one, hold up one, swing his work around.  Carefully examine his Fully-Handmade work.  Look at it from afar, from near, and it will grow on you.  The whole piece grow on you because 1) he takes reference from what the Senior Masters chose for him, 2) and he amazingly crafts them up EXACTLY as to what the Senior Masters want from him: extreme fine detailing with MUCH THOUGHT on each part, with MUCH TIME spent on every part, section.  Because this is what Fully-Handmade ZiSha Art should be, and HOW FULLY-HANDMADE ZISHA ART is so different from and light years ahead of the ubiquitous jigger-machined pots and half-handmade pots masquerading under the sales tagline of \"fully-handmade zisha\" pots.\u003c\/strong\u003e  These latter JM\/HHM pots are made in what we call 流水线 a.k.a. 'Factory-Line operation' whereby the main pot body after being jigger-machined or coming off from the mould, is passed to the next worker who fits on the spout, and subsequently this second worker will pass the pot on to another worker who will in turn fit on the handle.  Continuing so, the pressed lid is likewise passed to another worker who fit on the lid knob.  \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEACH WORKER has NO IDEA what the other one is doing,\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e and they are always working on fixed time lines stated by the boss.  For example, the worker being \"passed the baton\" a pot with the spout just fixed onto the body by his colleague, will only focus on fixing on the handle, \u003cstrong\u003ewith nil to little regard to WHETHER THE HANDLE fixed on will be cohesive with the spout.  Each worker has NO idea of HOW THE FINAL POT WILL LOOK LIKE.\u003c\/strong\u003e  Beyond poor craftsmanship and clay, the result of such processes are ugly pots with poor cohesiveness which experienced Artists, Craftsmen and collectors will tell from a metre away.  Experienced people in us, do not need to pick up a pot to check whether it is fully-handmade or made of zisha, we can tell from a metre away just by looking at the pot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e~~~~~~~~~~~~\u003cbr\u003eThe keywords are: Detailing and Cohesiveness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA GOOD Fully-Handmade ZiSha Work combines great detailing and cohesiveness.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e~~~\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 27, 174);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eExplained, https:\/\/www.realzisha.com\/blogs\/news\/actual-zisha-landscape-at-yixing , the Craftsman by selling his hard-worked ZiSha craft at $190-$240, $45-$65 goes to the cost of the craft, inclusive of the fees for the firing for the kiln operator (three times per pot), the packaging boxes, and between $32 to $52 for the clay (Zi Ni Di Cao Qing, Duan Ni and upwards) used per pot.\u003c\/span\u003e   Craftsman takes 3 days (fastest 2.5days) to craft a pot.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 27, 174);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIf he works 30 days a month without a single day of rest (no family time), he will craft 10-12 pots.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eIf he crafts for 25 days (five days of rest a month), his output will be 8-10 pots.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe success rate for Zi Ni (e.g. Di Cao Qing, Lao Zi Ni, Da Shui Tan etc) and Duan Ni (e.g. Jiang Po Ni, Qing Hui Duan, etc) is 70% on average.  Some times the whole batch of 10 may fail.  We have seen our Craftsmen suffer like this very often.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe success rate for Zhu Ni (e.g. Xiao Mei Yao Zhu Ni) pots is 60%, or 70% with most optimism and at the very, very best.  Unfortunately.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eAll of us at RealZiSha of course, hope for one another, professional colleagues and all, that all the pots will survive firing at the kiln successfully.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e[For ZiSha models\/designs that are very challenging and more complicated to craft, the time taken to craft will be longer, and the failure rate will be higher as well.  Zi Sha by its virtue, have the highest shrinkage rate of all ceramic clay.  Zi Ni and Duan Ni thus have that 70% success rate, while Zhu Ni has even higher shrinkage rate and thus even lower success rate (the lowest of all ceramic clay.)]\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOur Craftsmen are wholeheartedly committed to the cause of Fully-Handmade ZiSha Art and their strictness with their craft and dedication earn our respect.  We give a big Thank You all of these Craftsmen, for they are saving what is our common precious tea culture: Tea + Fully-Handmade ZiSha Art and Craft.  Your support is critical to their livelihood and the existence of this craft for all of the tea fraternity.\u003cbr\u003eThank you Friends!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; 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CA!","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: rgb(0, 48, 120);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e《玉悦六方》\"Yu Yue Liu Fang ~ Joyfulness ~ The Spring of Life ~ Six-Sided\"!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260428_161250.jpg?v=1777399588\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: rgb(0, 48, 120);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003ePresenting here, proudly to all of you, by Craftsman Gao Xiang:\u003cbr\u003eHis Yu Yue Liu Fang!\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003cbr\u003eThe backstory of this creation of Gao Xiang.\u003cbr\u003eGao Xiang single-mindedly wants to create a work, which is able to exemplify, emanate and gift the joy of tea to the owner and guests!\u003cbr\u003eThe Joy of Spring comes to mind! And Gao Xiang duly planned to clay sculpt in colour: the bloom of Magnolia (\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eYu Lan 玉兰花) flowers in Spring, in order to adorn this work!  Starting with a six-sided plan, Gao Xiang also wishes to manifest the beautiful roundedness of masterfully cut, shaped and polished Jade 玉 pieces!\u003cbr\u003eHence the name of this work that includes the Chinese character:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(127, 1, 1);\"\u003eYu 玉 ~ Jade\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Magnolia flowers are called Yu Lan Hua \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(115, 2, 2); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e玉\u003c\/span\u003e兰花.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(121, 2, 2);\"\u003eYu\u003c\/span\u003e Yue \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(122, 1, 1);\"\u003e愉\u003c\/span\u003e悦 the two Chinese characters mean happiness!\u003cbr\u003eHence Gao Xiang names this joyful work:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(125, 3, 3);\"\u003e《玉悦六方》YU YUE Liu Fang!\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eDesigned and crafted to bring JOY to you during tea session!\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: rgb(0, 48, 120);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260428_184110.jpg?v=1777399588\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cb\u003eGao Xiang is with you now, crafting beguiling and stunning handy-volumed Polygonal class works for all of you.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003eHim b\u003c\/span\u003eeing a very honest friend whom Zhang Huan, Zhu Shu and Yang Ping Ting respect a lot in their clay sculpting trainings several years ago, all of us managed to convince him, to join us in September 2025!  And yes here he is for all of you friends! \u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eWe are all very happy and over the moon!!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260428_160951_1.jpg?v=1777399589\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260428_183947.jpg?v=1777399589\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260428_184208.jpg?v=1777399589\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003eGao Xiang, at age of 31 now, has been particularly fond of small Polygonal class works since fifteen years ago when he picked up and trained hard in Fully-Handmaking works!\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eHe receives of course, the nod of quality by Senior Consummate Master Yuan Hui!\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eAll of the Craftsmen now in the group too are very happy that from now on, they can all complement one another!\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eSmall (100-160ml) Polygonal works are his area of focus and forte, this being is his love which he does best in!\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eWe really hope all of you friends and ZiSha aficionados will agree with our team here that his works are amazing in craftsmanship and artistic direction under the auspices of Senior Consummate Master Yuan Hui!  All afforded at the most affordable price in the market, and of delicate savoir-faire and workmanship!  Very happy that he will now be here permanently with all of you!\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eA lot of hard work from all of us, and we will continue fighting very hard against all odds, for all of you. \u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eWe love our Fully-Handmade ZiSha Art and are very grateful and over the moon whenever each piece goes to your homes.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eWe passed Gao Xiang, our Cao Family’s Tai Xi Duan Ni we mined from Huang Long Shan (Tai Xi Quarry\/Mine pit is one of the famous and favourite mine locations at Huang Long Shan), and we high-fire them to manifest this beautiful beige-yellow-light brown colour.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  Going\u003c\/span\u003e further, how can we not let Gao Xiang add his finishing work with his coloured clay sculpting!  Everything in, a stunning 150ml volume work to serve you for your entire lifetime.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eWe cheer for Craftsman Gao Xiang and thank him for his years of dedication to ZiSha and his love of delicate Polygonal works!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260428_175213.jpg?v=1777399589\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260428_161901_1.jpg?v=1777399590\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260428_175229.jpg?v=1777399588\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260428_174628.jpg?v=1777399588\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(18, 2, 156); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eCraftsman Gao Xiang 高翔, presents here, the\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(18, 2, 156); text-decoration: underline;\" class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e《玉悦六方》\"Yu Yue Liu Fang\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(18, 2, 156); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e, \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(90, 1, 1); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eHigh-fired Tai Xi Duan Ni 台西段泥~高温烧\u003c\/span\u003e, with \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(2, 79, 22); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003ecoloured clay sculpting of a butterfly fluttering and the Magnolia flower in full bloom in the Spring ~彩色泥绘!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e~~~~~~~~~~~~~\u003cbr\u003eSavour BOTH of Craftsman's Gao Xiang's Pot Craftsmanship AND COLOURED Clay Sculpting 彩色泥绘!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260428_161321.jpg?v=1777399589\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260428_160951_1.jpg?v=1777399589\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260428_175000.jpg?v=1777399589\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260428_175014.jpg?v=1777399589\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260428_175111.jpg?v=1777399589\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260428_175142.jpg?v=1777399589\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260428_175119.jpg?v=1777399589\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260428_175124.jpg?v=1777399589\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260428_175147.jpg?v=1777399589\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260428_161628_1.jpg?v=1777399589\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eClay Sculpting with the applied embellishments, is challenging and raises the likelihood of failure at firing: through cracks at the thin ZiSha clay appliqué, which would be irreparable.  If the clay sculpting comes off, these are irreparable, and the whole pot has to be abandoned.  Zhu Shu needs to craft again.  Generally success rate is one in two.\u003cb\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eColor Clay Sculpting is more difficult and requires higher experience, as the colors pre-firing is different from the colors manifested post-firing, hence the Craftsman must be able to envision the final post-fired effect and color, as she applies fresh ZiSha paste during this Clay Sculpting process!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eHaving the skill of knowing what ZiSha paste to sculpt with is one thing, having the petals and all, having the 3-Dimensional Effect, varying thickness to beautifully bring up the aesthetic appreciation of the Orchids, is another forté which must be mastered together by Craftsman Zhu Shu.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e~~~~~~~~~~\u003cbr\u003e45-degree 1mm-chamfering, A) At the rim of the opening, B) all around the Lid, and C) at the lower edges of the body!:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260428_214857.jpg?v=1777399589\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260428_214904.jpg?v=1777399589\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260428_214913.jpg?v=1777399588\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260428_214940.jpg?v=1777399589\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260428_214948.jpg?v=1777399588\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260428_184012.jpg?v=1777399589\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260428_174411.jpg?v=1777399589\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260428_215054.jpg?v=1777399589\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260428_215120.jpg?v=1777399589\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260428_215128.jpg?v=1777399589\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260428_215134.jpg?v=1777399589\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260428_215219.jpg?v=1777399589\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe carefully, deftly and diligently crafted hand-pushed in filter for amazing great pour from a small-volume ~165ml work!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260429_003530.jpg?v=1777399589\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: rgb(0, 48, 120);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eOur Cao Family's Tai Xi Duan Ni, this time high-fired.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260428_174758.jpg?v=1777399588\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260428_174829.jpg?v=1777399588\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260428_174855.jpg?v=1777399589\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003eShrinkage of Fully-Handmade ZiSha work:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260429_003146.jpg?v=1777399589\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260429_003313.jpg?v=1777399588\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260429_003337.jpg?v=1777399589\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260429_003344.jpg?v=1777399589\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260428_175455.jpg?v=1777399589\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: rgb(0, 48, 120);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: rgb(0, 48, 120);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(87, 0, 0); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eZiSha Art is the most amazing carrier medium, housing various aspects of Chinese Cultural Arts!\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eHere in this Yu Yue Liu Fang by Craftsman Gao Xiang,you enjoy the embodiment of\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(23, 0, 113); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e1.  Fully-Handmade ZiSha Art and Craft 紫砂美术与工艺,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(23, 0, 113); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e2.  Painting 绘画,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(23, 0, 113); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e3.  Clay Sculpting 泥绘.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(87, 0, 0); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eHold, Use and Keep relishing the delightful aspects of our Chinese Culture in your daily life, in solitude, in practice, during hospitality to family and friends alike!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(87, 0, 0); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eSavour the journey, dearest Friends :-D\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: rgb(125, 7, 7);\"\u003eWe wish all our dearest friends in you, to enjoy it, use it, savour it and feel the aura of our Chinese YiXing Art!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e~~~~~~~~~~~~\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCraftsman Gao Xiang is NOW proudly one of us and he will be featuring consistently, with Zhang Huan, Zhu Shu, Yang Pin Ting, Gu Xiao Ming, Chen Fa Chu, et al.  \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #b70000;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eCraftsman Gao Xiang's works are highly scrutinised and praised too!by our Senior Masters, and deemed to be ready for you, delectable for your use and a long lasting permanent ZiSha work in your collection.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e~~~\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCherish it as they do not come easy, with the firing kiln enabling only a 60-70% success rate for this detailed Polygonal + coloured Clay embellishment sculpting Art, i.e. fire 3, and two or less will be successful.  This is SPECIALLY crafted for all of you friends at ~110ml to suit the gungfu solo steeping practice!  Still good for steeping for two people at a sitting!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHold one, hold up one, swing his work around.  Carefully examine his Fully-Handmade work.  Look at it from afar, from near, and it will grow on you.  The whole piece grow on you because 1) he takes reference from what the Senior Masters chose for him, 2) and he amazingly crafts them up EXACTLY as to what the Senior Masters want from him: extreme fine detailing with MUCH THOUGHT on each part, with MUCH TIME spent on every part, section.  Because this is what Fully-Handmade ZiSha Art should be, and HOW FULLY-HANDMADE ZISHA ART is so different from and light years ahead of the ubiquitous jigger-machined pots and half-handmade pots masquerading under the sales tagline of \"fully-handmade zisha\" pots.\u003c\/strong\u003e  These latter JM\/HHM pots are made in what we call 流水线 a.k.a. 'Factory-Line operation' whereby the main pot body after being jigger-machined or coming off from the mould, is passed to the next worker who fits on the spout, and subsequently this second worker will pass the pot on to another worker who will in turn fit on the handle.  Continuing so, the pressed lid is likewise passed to another worker who fit on the lid knob.  \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEACH WORKER has NO IDEA what the other one is doing,\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e and they are always working on fixed time lines stated by the boss.  For example, the worker being \"passed the baton\" a pot with the spout just fixed onto the body by his colleague, will only focus on fixing on the handle, \u003cstrong\u003ewith nil to little regard to WHETHER THE HANDLE fixed on will be cohesive with the spout.  Each worker has NO idea of HOW THE FINAL POT WILL LOOK LIKE.\u003c\/strong\u003e  Beyond poor craftsmanship and clay, the result of such processes are ugly pots with poor cohesiveness which experienced Artists, Craftsmen and collectors will tell from a metre away.  Experienced people in us, do not need to pick up a pot to check whether it is fully-handmade or made of zisha, we can tell from a metre away just by looking at the pot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e~~~~~~~~~~~~\u003cbr\u003eThe keywords are: Detailing and Cohesiveness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA GOOD Fully-Handmade ZiSha Work combines great detailing and cohesiveness.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e~~~\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 27, 174);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eExplained, https:\/\/www.realzisha.com\/blogs\/news\/actual-zisha-landscape-at-yixing , the Craftsman by selling his hard-worked ZiSha craft at $190-$240, $45-$65 goes to the cost of the craft, inclusive of the fees for the firing for the kiln operator (three times per pot), the packaging boxes, and between $32 to $52 for the clay (Zi Ni Di Cao Qing, Duan Ni and upwards) used per pot.\u003c\/span\u003e   Craftsman takes 3 days (fastest 2.5days) to craft a pot.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 27, 174);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIf he works 30 days a month without a single day of rest (no family time), he will craft 10-12 pots.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eIf he crafts for 25 days (five days of rest a month), his output will be 8-10 pots.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe success rate for Zi Ni (e.g. Di Cao Qing, Lao Zi Ni, Da Shui Tan etc) and Duan Ni (e.g. Jiang Po Ni, Qing Hui Duan, etc) is 70% on average.  Some times the whole batch of 10 may fail.  We have seen our Craftsmen suffer like this very often.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe success rate for Zhu Ni (e.g. Xiao Mei Yao Zhu Ni) pots is 60%, or 70% with most optimism and at the very, very best.  Unfortunately.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eAll of us at RealZiSha of course, hope for one another, professional colleagues and all, that all the pots will survive firing at the kiln successfully.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e[For ZiSha models\/designs that are very challenging and more complicated to craft, the time taken to craft will be longer, and the failure rate will be higher as well.  Zi Sha by its virtue, have the highest shrinkage rate of all ceramic clay.  Zi Ni and Duan Ni thus have that 70% success rate, while Zhu Ni has even higher shrinkage rate and thus even lower success rate (the lowest of all ceramic clay.)]\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOur Craftsmen are wholeheartedly committed to the cause of Fully-Handmade ZiSha Art and their strictness with their craft and dedication earn our respect.  We give a big Thank You all of these Craftsmen, for they are saving what is our common precious tea culture: Tea + Fully-Handmade ZiSha Art and Craft.  Your support is critical to their livelihood and the existence of this craft for all of the tea fraternity.\u003cbr\u003eThank you Friends!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"realzisha.com","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46364797108374,"sku":null,"price":423.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260428_184414.jpg?v=1777403187"},{"product_id":"玉悦六方-yu-yue-liu-fang-joyfulness-six-sided-165-5ml-tai-xi-ben-duan-gao-wen-high-fired-台西本段-高温烧-shan-shui-colour-clay-sculpting-art-彩色泥绘-by-craftsman-gao-xiang-高翔","title":"《玉悦六方》\"Yu Yue Liu Fang ~ Joyfulness Six-Sided\", 165.5ml, *Tai Xi Ben Duan ~ Gao Wen (high-fired) 台西本段~高温烧 + Shan Shui Colour Clay Sculpting Art 彩色泥绘, by Craftsman Gao Xiang 高翔!~ Congratulations to Ms D.J.! 1052hrs 5th May 2026, Sandwich! MA!","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: rgb(0, 48, 120);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e《玉悦六方》\"Yu Yue Liu Fang ~ Joyfulness Six-Sided\"!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260428_183441.jpg?v=1777774734\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: rgb(0, 48, 120);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003ePresenting here, proudly to all of you, by Craftsman Gao Xiang:\u003cbr\u003eHis Yu Yue Liu Fang!\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003cbr\u003eThe backstory of this creation of Gao Xiang.\u003cbr\u003eGao Xiang single-mindedly wants to create a work, which is able to exemplify, emanate and gift the joy of tea to the owner and guests!\u003cbr\u003eThe Joy of Spring comes to mind! And Gao Xiang duly planned to clay sculpt in colour: the bloom of Magnolia (\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eYu Lan 玉兰花) flowers, in order to adorn this work!  Starting with a six-sided plan, Gao Xiang also wishes to manifest the beautiful roundedness of masterfully cut, shaped and polished Jade 玉 pieces!\u003cbr\u003eHence the name of this work that includes the Chinese character:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(127, 1, 1);\"\u003eYu 玉 ~ Jade\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Magnolia flowers are called Yu Lan Hua \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e玉兰花.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(121, 2, 2);\"\u003eYu\u003c\/span\u003e Yue \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(122, 1, 1);\"\u003e愉\u003c\/span\u003e悦 the two Chinese characters mean happiness!\u003cbr\u003eHence Gao Xiang names this joyful work:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(125, 3, 3);\"\u003e《玉悦六方》YU YUE Liu Fang!\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eDesigned and crafted to bring JOY to you during tea session!\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260428_184845.jpg?v=1777774733\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260428_184719.jpg?v=1777774733\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260428_184806.jpg?v=1777774733\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003eGao Xiang is with you now, crafting beguiling and stunning handy-volumed Polygonal class works for all of you.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003eHim b\u003c\/span\u003eeing a very honest friend whom Zhang Huan, Zhu Shu and Yang Ping Ting respect a lot in their clay sculpting trainings several years ago, all of us managed to convince him, to join us in September 2025!  And yes here he is for all of you friends! \u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eWe are all very happy and over the moon!!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eGao Xiang, at age of 31 now, has been particularly fond of small Polygonal class works since fifteen years ago when he picked up and trained hard in Fully-Handmaking works!\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eHe receives of course, the nod of quality by Senior Consummate Master Yuan Hui!\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eAll of the Craftsmen now in the group too are very happy that from now on, they can all complement one another!\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eSmall (100-160ml) Polygonal works are his area of focus and forte, this being is his love which he does best in!\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eWe really hope all of you friends and ZiSha aficionados will agree with our team here that his works are amazing in craftsmanship and artistic direction under the auspices of Senior Consummate Master Yuan Hui!  All afforded at the most affordable price in the market, and of delicate savoir-faire and workmanship!  Very happy that he will now be here permanently with all of you!\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eA lot of hard work from all of us, and we will continue fighting very hard against all odds, for all of you. \u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eWe love our Fully-Handmade ZiSha Art and are very grateful and over the moon whenever each piece goes to your homes.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eWe passed Gao Xiang, our Cao Family’s Tai Xi Duan Ni we mined from Huang Long Shan (Tai Xi Quarry\/Mine pit is one of the famous and favourite mine locations at Huang Long Shan), and we high-fire them to manifest this beautiful beige-yellow-light brown colour.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  Going\u003c\/span\u003e further, how can we not let Gao Xiang add his finishing work with his coloured clay sculpting!  Everything in, a stunning 150ml volume work to serve you for your entire lifetime.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eWe cheer for Craftsman Gao Xiang and thank him for his years of dedication to ZiSha and his love of delicate Polygonal works!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260428_183516.jpg?v=1777774734\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260428_183521.jpg?v=1777774734\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260428_215836.jpg?v=1777774733\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260428_183023.jpg?v=1777774733\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260428_182945.jpg?v=1777774734\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(18, 2, 156); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eCraftsman Gao Xiang 高翔, presents here, the\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(18, 2, 156); text-decoration: underline;\" class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e《玉悦六方》\"Yu Yue Liu Fang\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(18, 2, 156); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e, \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(90, 1, 1); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eHigh-fired Tai Xi Duan Ni 台西段泥~高温烧\u003c\/span\u003e, with \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(2, 79, 22); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003ecoloured clay sculpting of a butterfly fluttering and the Magnolia flower in full bloom in the Spring ~彩色泥绘!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e~~~~~~~~~~~~~\u003cbr\u003eSavour BOTH of Craftsman's Gao Xiang's Pot Craftsmanship AND COLOURED Clay Sculpting 彩色泥绘!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260428_183233.jpg?v=1777774733\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260428_183247.jpg?v=1777774733\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260428_183251.jpg?v=1777774734\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260428_183256.jpg?v=1777774734\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260428_183501_1.jpg?v=1777774734\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260428_183303.jpg?v=1777774734\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260428_183308.jpg?v=1777774734\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260428_183319.jpg?v=1777774734\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260428_183614_1.jpg?v=1777774734\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eClay Sculpting with the applied embellishments, is challenging and raises the likelihood of failure at firing: through cracks at the thin ZiSha clay appliqué, which would be irreparable.  If the clay sculpting comes off, these are irreparable, and the whole pot has to be abandoned.  Zhu Shu needs to craft again.  Generally success rate is one in two.\u003cb\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eColor Clay Sculpting is more difficult and requires higher experience, as the colors pre-firing is different from the colors manifested post-firing, hence the Craftsman must be able to envision the final post-fired effect and color, as she applies fresh ZiSha paste during this Clay Sculpting process!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eHaving the skill of knowing what ZiSha paste to sculpt with is one thing, having the petals and all, having the 3-Dimensional Effect, varying thickness to beautifully bring up the aesthetic appreciation of the Orchids, is another forté which must be mastered together by Craftsman Zhu Shu.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e~~~~~~~~~~\u003cbr\u003e45-degree 1mm-chamfering, A) At the rim of the opening, B) all around the Lid, C)at the handle, and D) at the lower edges of the body:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260428_215623.jpg?v=1777774734\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260428_215635.jpg?v=1777774734\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260428_215642.jpg?v=1777774734\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260428_215701.jpg?v=1777774733\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260428_215708.jpg?v=1777774733\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260428_182940.jpg?v=1777774734\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260428_182915.jpg?v=1777774733\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260428_182901.jpg?v=1777774733\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260428_220813.jpg?v=1777774733\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260428_220922.jpg?v=1777774733\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260428_220859.jpg?v=1777774734\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260428_220903.jpg?v=1777774734\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260428_220824.jpg?v=1777774734\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe carefully, deftly and diligently crafted hand-pushed in filter for amazing great pour from a small-volume ~165ml work!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260429_004719.jpg?v=1777774734\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: rgb(0, 48, 120);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eOur Cao Family's Tai Xi Duan Ni, this time high-fired.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260428_183149.jpg?v=1777774733\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260428_183202.jpg?v=1777774733\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003eShrinkage of Fully-Handmade ZiSha work:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260429_004339.jpg?v=1777774733\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260429_004421.jpg?v=1777774733\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260429_004433.jpg?v=1777774734\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: rgb(0, 48, 120);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: rgb(0, 48, 120);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(87, 0, 0); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eZiSha Art is the most amazing carrier medium, housing various aspects of Chinese Cultural Arts!\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eHere in this Yu Yue Liu Fang by Craftsman Gao Xiang,you enjoy the embodiment of\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(23, 0, 113); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e1.  Fully-Handmade ZiSha Art and Craft 紫砂美术与工艺,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(23, 0, 113); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e2.  Painting 绘画,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(23, 0, 113); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e3.  Clay Sculpting 泥绘.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(87, 0, 0); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eHold, Use and Keep relishing the delightful aspects of our Chinese Culture in your daily life, in solitude, in practice, during hospitality to family and friends alike!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(87, 0, 0); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eSavour the journey, dearest Friends :-D\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260428_183428.jpg?v=1777774734\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260428_183842.jpg?v=1777774734\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260428_183826.jpg?v=1777774734\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: rgb(125, 7, 7);\"\u003eWe wish all our dearest friends in you, to enjoy it, use it, savour it and feel the aura of our Chinese YiXing Art!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e~~~~~~~~~~~~\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCraftsman Gao Xiang is NOW proudly one of us and he will be featuring consistently, with Zhang Huan, Zhu Shu, Yang Pin Ting, Gu Xiao Ming, Chen Fa Chu, et al.  \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #b70000;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eCraftsman Gao Xiang's works are highly scrutinised and praised too!by our Senior Masters, and deemed to be ready for you, delectable for your use and a long lasting permanent ZiSha work in your collection.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e~~~\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCherish it as they do not come easy, with the firing kiln enabling only a 60-70% success rate for this detailed Polygonal + coloured Clay embellishment sculpting Art, i.e. fire 3, and two or less will be successful.  This is SPECIALLY crafted for all of you friends at ~110ml to suit the gungfu solo steeping practice!  Still good for steeping for two people at a sitting!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHold one, hold up one, swing his work around.  Carefully examine his Fully-Handmade work.  Look at it from afar, from near, and it will grow on you.  The whole piece grow on you because 1) he takes reference from what the Senior Masters chose for him, 2) and he amazingly crafts them up EXACTLY as to what the Senior Masters want from him: extreme fine detailing with MUCH THOUGHT on each part, with MUCH TIME spent on every part, section.  Because this is what Fully-Handmade ZiSha Art should be, and HOW FULLY-HANDMADE ZISHA ART is so different from and light years ahead of the ubiquitous jigger-machined pots and half-handmade pots masquerading under the sales tagline of \"fully-handmade zisha\" pots.\u003c\/strong\u003e  These latter JM\/HHM pots are made in what we call 流水线 a.k.a. 'Factory-Line operation' whereby the main pot body after being jigger-machined or coming off from the mould, is passed to the next worker who fits on the spout, and subsequently this second worker will pass the pot on to another worker who will in turn fit on the handle.  Continuing so, the pressed lid is likewise passed to another worker who fit on the lid knob.  \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEACH WORKER has NO IDEA what the other one is doing,\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e and they are always working on fixed time lines stated by the boss.  For example, the worker being \"passed the baton\" a pot with the spout just fixed onto the body by his colleague, will only focus on fixing on the handle, \u003cstrong\u003ewith nil to little regard to WHETHER THE HANDLE fixed on will be cohesive with the spout.  Each worker has NO idea of HOW THE FINAL POT WILL LOOK LIKE.\u003c\/strong\u003e  Beyond poor craftsmanship and clay, the result of such processes are ugly pots with poor cohesiveness which experienced Artists, Craftsmen and collectors will tell from a metre away.  Experienced people in us, do not need to pick up a pot to check whether it is fully-handmade or made of zisha, we can tell from a metre away just by looking at the pot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e~~~~~~~~~~~~\u003cbr\u003eThe keywords are: Detailing and Cohesiveness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA GOOD Fully-Handmade ZiSha Work combines great detailing and cohesiveness.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e~~~\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 27, 174);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eExplained, https:\/\/www.realzisha.com\/blogs\/news\/actual-zisha-landscape-at-yixing , the Craftsman by selling his hard-worked ZiSha craft at $190-$240, $45-$65 goes to the cost of the craft, inclusive of the fees for the firing for the kiln operator (three times per pot), the packaging boxes, and between $32 to $52 for the clay (Zi Ni Di Cao Qing, Duan Ni and upwards) used per pot.\u003c\/span\u003e   Craftsman takes 3 days (fastest 2.5days) to craft a pot.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 27, 174);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIf he works 30 days a month without a single day of rest (no family time), he will craft 10-12 pots.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eIf he crafts for 25 days (five days of rest a month), his output will be 8-10 pots.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe success rate for Zi Ni (e.g. Di Cao Qing, Lao Zi Ni, Da Shui Tan etc) and Duan Ni (e.g. Jiang Po Ni, Qing Hui Duan, etc) is 70% on average.  Some times the whole batch of 10 may fail.  We have seen our Craftsmen suffer like this very often.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe success rate for Zhu Ni (e.g. Xiao Mei Yao Zhu Ni) pots is 60%, or 70% with most optimism and at the very, very best.  Unfortunately.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eAll of us at RealZiSha of course, hope for one another, professional colleagues and all, that all the pots will survive firing at the kiln successfully.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e[For ZiSha models\/designs that are very challenging and more complicated to craft, the time taken to craft will be longer, and the failure rate will be higher as well.  Zi Sha by its virtue, have the highest shrinkage rate of all ceramic clay.  Zi Ni and Duan Ni thus have that 70% success rate, while Zhu Ni has even higher shrinkage rate and thus even lower success rate (the lowest of all ceramic clay.)]\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOur Craftsmen are wholeheartedly committed to the cause of Fully-Handmade ZiSha Art and their strictness with their craft and dedication earn our respect.  We give a big Thank You all of these Craftsmen, for they are saving what is our common precious tea culture: Tea + Fully-Handmade ZiSha Art and Craft.  Your support is critical to their livelihood and the existence of this craft for all of the tea fraternity.\u003cbr\u003eThank you Friends!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; 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ON Canada🇨🇦!","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: rgb(0, 48, 120);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e《道•和 四方》\"Dao He Si Fang ~ Tao•Peacefulness in Four Directions!\"\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003eBai Ma Zi Zi Ni 白麻子紫泥 is our family's very special clay, and we want you to notice that it is a type of Zi Ni, not Duan Ni.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eBai Ma Zi Zi Ni 白麻子紫泥 is different from Bai Ma Zi Duan Ni 白麻子段泥 (which needs to be fired at 1370degC).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: rgb(0, 48, 120);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: rgb(81, 1, 1);\"\u003eUnder the supervision of Cao An Xiang and Zhang Ke, this time, Craftsman Gao Xiang utilises our Cao Family's 4th Quarry Bai Ma Zi Zi Ni, in crafting this beautiful Tao He Si Fang!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: rgb(0, 48, 120);\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e* Dao•He Si Fang 《道•和 四方》*\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260501_143117.jpg?v=1777656595\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe design hopes to inspire one's pursuit of The Tao of things, and as a personal deed to wish upon Peace in all directions for all sentient beings, as the Tea Master steeps tea.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003eBai Ma Zi Zi Ni is our very special clay!!!  It is a type of Zi Ni, not Duan Ni, and we fire it to 1250degC just as is eludicated here:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260502_013302.jpg?v=1777656843\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"在矿层中偶然出现, 含矿量极少。\u003cbr\u003e烧成后呈褐紫红色调, 胎质纯正温润, 表面黄白色的砂点颗粒丰富而自然, 色泽浑朴古雅。\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eIt appears rarely and occasionally in mineral layers, extremely low ore content (we need to sieve through it carefully and pick out the required ore!).\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eAfter firing, it exhibits a BROWNISH-PURPLISH-REDDISH hue, with a pure and WARM texture. The surface is rich in natural YELLOWISH-WHITE particles, giving it a rustic and elegant appearance.\"\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: rgb(0, 48, 120);\"\u003eOur Cao Family's 4th Quarry Bai Ma Zi Zi Ni fired at 1250degC:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260501_174247.jpg?v=1777656595\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: rgb(0, 48, 120);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260501_174348.jpg?v=1777656594\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260501_143106_1.jpg?v=1777656595\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLots of YELLOW-WHITE particles! as described.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260501_175046.jpg?v=1777656595\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePRESENTED PROUDLY HERE IN OUR LATEST PRODUCTION, AND COURTESY OF GAO XIANG'S HANDS:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e* Dao•He Si Fang 《道•和 四方》*\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260501_143425.jpg?v=1777656594\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260501_143604.jpg?v=1777656595\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260501_143456.jpg?v=1777656595\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: rgb(0, 48, 120);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eOur Cao Family's 4th Quarry Bai Ma Zi Zi Ni fired at 1250degC.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eGao Xiang is with you now, crafting beguiling and stunning handy-volumed Polygonal class works for all of you.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003eHim b\u003c\/span\u003eeing a very honest friend whom Zhang Huan, Zhu Shu and Yang Ping Ting respect a lot in their clay sculpting trainings several years ago, all of us managed to convince him, to join us in September 2025!  And yes here he is for all of you friends! \u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eWe are all very happy and over the moon!!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eGao Xiang, at age of 31 now, has been particularly fond of small Polygonal class works since fifteen years ago when he picked up and trained hard in Fully-Handmaking works!\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eHe receives of course, the nod of quality by Senior Consummate Master Yuan Hui!\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eAll of the Craftsmen now in the group too are very happy that from now on, they can all complement one another!\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eSmall (100-160ml) Polygonal works are his area of focus and forte, this being is his love which he does best in!\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eWe really hope all of you friends and ZiSha aficionados will agree with our team here that his works are amazing in craftsmanship and artistic direction under the auspices of Senior Consummate Master Yuan Hui!  All afforded at the most affordable price in the market, and of delicate savoir-faire and workmanship!  Very happy that he will now be here permanently with all of you!\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eA lot of hard work from all of us, and we will continue fighting very hard against all odds, for all of you. \u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eWe love our Fully-Handmade ZiSha Art and are very grateful and over the moon whenever each piece goes to your homes.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eWe passed Gao Xiang, our Cao Family’s 4th Quarry Bai Ma Zi Zi Ni that we mined from Huang Long Shan by decades ago.  We continue to support and cheer for dear Craftsman Gao Xiang and thank him for his years of dedication to ZiSha and his love of delicate Polygonal works!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260501_143716.jpg?v=1777656595\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260501_174008.jpg?v=1777656594\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260501_174233.jpg?v=1777656595\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260501_174247.jpg?v=1777656595\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260501_174607.jpg?v=1777656595\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260501_174533.jpg?v=1777656594\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260501_174751.jpg?v=1777656595\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260502_000542.jpg?v=1777656595\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260502_000535.jpg?v=1777656595\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(18, 2, 156); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eCraftsman Gao Xiang 高翔, presents here, the\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(18, 2, 156); text-decoration: underline;\" class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e《道和四方》\"Dao He Si Fang\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(18, 2, 156); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e, \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(90, 1, 1); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e4th Quarry Bai Ma Zi Zi Ni 四号井白麻子紫泥\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(2, 79, 22); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e~~~~~~~~~~\u003cbr\u003e45-degree 1mm-chamfering, A) At the rim of the opening, B) all around the Lid, C)at the handle, and D) at the lower edges of the body:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260501_174842.jpg?v=1777656595\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260501_174926.jpg?v=1777656595\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260501_174844.jpg?v=1777656595\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260501_175136.jpg?v=1777656595\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260501_175150.jpg?v=1777656594\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260501_174028.jpg?v=1777656595\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260501_173851.jpg?v=1777656594\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260501_174002.jpg?v=1777656595\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260502_000520.jpg?v=1777656595\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260502_000507.jpg?v=1777656595\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260502_000511.jpg?v=1777656595\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe carefully, deftly and diligently crafted hand-pushed in filter for amazing great pour from a small-volume ~155ml work!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260502_003156.jpg?v=1777656595\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cbr\u003eShrinkage of Fully-Handmade ZiSha work:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260502_002707.jpg?v=1777656594\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260502_002741.jpg?v=1777656595\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260502_002957.jpg?v=1777656594\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260502_003156.jpg?v=1777656595\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: rgb(125, 7, 7);\"\u003eWe wish all our dearest friends in you, to enjoy it, use it, savour it and feel the aura of our Chinese YiXing Art!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260501_174807.jpg?v=1777656595\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eCraftsman Gao Xiang is NOW proudly one of us and he will be featuring consistently, with Zhang Huan, Zhu Shu, Yang Pin Ting, Gu Xiao Ming, Chen Fa Chu, et al.  \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #b70000;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eCraftsman Gao Xiang's works are highly scrutinised and praised too!by our Senior Masters, and deemed to be ready for you, delectable for your use and a long lasting permanent ZiSha work in your collection.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e~~~\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCherish it as they do not come easy, with the firing kiln enabling only a 60-70% success rate for this detailed Polygonal + coloured Clay embellishment sculpting Art, i.e. fire 3, and two or less will be successful.  This is SPECIALLY crafted for all of you friends at ~110ml to suit the gungfu solo steeping practice!  Still good for steeping for two people at a sitting!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHold one, hold up one, swing his work around.  Carefully examine his Fully-Handmade work.  Look at it from afar, from near, and it will grow on you.  The whole piece grow on you because 1) he takes reference from what the Senior Masters chose for him, 2) and he amazingly crafts them up EXACTLY as to what the Senior Masters want from him: extreme fine detailing with MUCH THOUGHT on each part, with MUCH TIME spent on every part, section.  Because this is what Fully-Handmade ZiSha Art should be, and HOW FULLY-HANDMADE ZISHA ART is so different from and light years ahead of the ubiquitous jigger-machined pots and half-handmade pots masquerading under the sales tagline of \"fully-handmade zisha\" pots.\u003c\/strong\u003e  These latter JM\/HHM pots are made in what we call 流水线 a.k.a. 'Factory-Line operation' whereby the main pot body after being jigger-machined or coming off from the mould, is passed to the next worker who fits on the spout, and subsequently this second worker will pass the pot on to another worker who will in turn fit on the handle.  Continuing so, the pressed lid is likewise passed to another worker who fit on the lid knob.  \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEACH WORKER has NO IDEA what the other one is doing,\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e and they are always working on fixed time lines stated by the boss.  For example, the worker being \"passed the baton\" a pot with the spout just fixed onto the body by his colleague, will only focus on fixing on the handle, \u003cstrong\u003ewith nil to little regard to WHETHER THE HANDLE fixed on will be cohesive with the spout.  Each worker has NO idea of HOW THE FINAL POT WILL LOOK LIKE.\u003c\/strong\u003e  Beyond poor craftsmanship and clay, the result of such processes are ugly pots with poor cohesiveness which experienced Artists, Craftsmen and collectors will tell from a metre away.  Experienced people in us, do not need to pick up a pot to check whether it is fully-handmade or made of zisha, we can tell from a metre away just by looking at the pot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e~~~~~~~~~~~~\u003cbr\u003eThe keywords are: Detailing and Cohesiveness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA GOOD Fully-Handmade ZiSha Work combines great detailing and cohesiveness.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e~~~\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 27, 174);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eExplained, https:\/\/www.realzisha.com\/blogs\/news\/actual-zisha-landscape-at-yixing , the Craftsman by selling his hard-worked ZiSha craft at $190-$240, $45-$65 goes to the cost of the craft, inclusive of the fees for the firing for the kiln operator (three times per pot), the packaging boxes, and between $32 to $52 for the clay (Zi Ni Di Cao Qing, Duan Ni and upwards) used per pot.\u003c\/span\u003e   Craftsman takes 3 days (fastest 2.5days) to craft a pot.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 27, 174);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIf he works 30 days a month without a single day of rest (no family time), he will craft 10-12 pots.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eIf he crafts for 25 days (five days of rest a month), his output will be 8-10 pots.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe success rate for Zi Ni (e.g. Di Cao Qing, Lao Zi Ni, Da Shui Tan etc) and Duan Ni (e.g. Jiang Po Ni, Qing Hui Duan, etc) is 70% on average.  Some times the whole batch of 10 may fail.  We have seen our Craftsmen suffer like this very often.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe success rate for Zhu Ni (e.g. Xiao Mei Yao Zhu Ni) pots is 60%, or 70% with most optimism and at the very, very best.  Unfortunately.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eAll of us at RealZiSha of course, hope for one another, professional colleagues and all, that all the pots will survive firing at the kiln successfully.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e[For ZiSha models\/designs that are very challenging and more complicated to craft, the time taken to craft will be longer, and the failure rate will be higher as well.  Zi Sha by its virtue, have the highest shrinkage rate of all ceramic clay.  Zi Ni and Duan Ni thus have that 70% success rate, while Zhu Ni has even higher shrinkage rate and thus even lower success rate (the lowest of all ceramic clay.)]\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOur Craftsmen are wholeheartedly committed to the cause of Fully-Handmade ZiSha Art and their strictness with their craft and dedication earn our respect.  We give a big Thank You all of these Craftsmen, for they are saving what is our common precious tea culture: Tea + Fully-Handmade ZiSha Art and Craft.  Your support is critical to their livelihood and the existence of this craft for all of the tea fraternity.\u003cbr\u003eThank you Friends!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; 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CA!","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: rgb(0, 48, 120);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e《道•和 四方》\"Dao•He Si Fang ~ Tao•Peacefulness in Four Directions!\"\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003eBai Ma Zi Zi Ni 白麻子紫泥 is our family's very special clay, and we want you to notice that it is a type of Zi Ni, not Duan Ni.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eBai Ma Zi Zi Ni 白麻子紫泥 is different from Bai Ma Zi Duan Ni 白麻子段泥 (which needs to be fired at 1370degC).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: rgb(0, 48, 120);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: rgb(81, 1, 1);\"\u003eUnder the supervision of Cao An Xiang and Zhang Ke, this time, Craftsman Gao Xiang utilises our Cao Family's 4th Quarry Bai Ma Zi Zi Ni, in crafting this beautiful Tao He Si Fang!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: rgb(0, 48, 120);\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e* Dao•He Si Fang 《道•和 四方》*\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260501_172021.jpg?v=1777659891\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe design hopes to inspire one's pursuit of The Tao of things, and as a personal deed to wish upon Peace in all directions for all sentient beings, as the Tea Master steeps tea.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003eBai Ma Zi Zi Ni is our very special clay!!!  It is a type of Zi Ni, not Duan Ni, and we fire it to 1250degC just as is eludicated here:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260502_013302.jpg?v=1777656843\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"在矿层中偶然出现, 含矿量极少。\u003cbr\u003e烧成后呈褐紫红色调, 胎质纯正温润, 表面黄白色的砂点颗粒丰富而自然, 色泽浑朴古雅。\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eIt appears rarely and occasionally in mineral layers, extremely low ore content (we need to sieve through it carefully and pick out the required ore!).\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eAfter firing, it exhibits a BROWNISH-PURPLISH-REDDISH hue, with a pure and WARM texture. The surface is rich in natural YELLOWISH-WHITE particles, giving it a rustic and elegant appearance.\"\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: rgb(0, 48, 120);\"\u003eOur Cao Family's 4th Quarry Bai Ma Zi Zi Ni fired at 1250degC:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: rgb(0, 48, 120);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260501_172736.jpg?v=1777659892\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260501_172954.jpg?v=1777659892\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260501_172042.jpg?v=1777659892\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLots of YELLOW-WHITE particles! as described.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260501_175259.jpg?v=1777659892\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePRESENTED PROUDLY HERE IN OUR LATEST PRODUCTION, AND COURTESY OF GAO XIANG'S HANDS:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e* Dao•He Si Fang 《道•和 四方》*\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260501_141923_1.jpg?v=1777659891\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260501_141457.jpg?v=1777659891\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260501_141812_1.jpg?v=1777659892\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: rgb(0, 48, 120);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eOur Cao Family's 4th Quarry Bai Ma Zi Zi Ni fired at 1250degC.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eGao Xiang is with you now, crafting beguiling and stunning handy-volumed Polygonal class works for all of you.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003eHim b\u003c\/span\u003eeing a very honest friend whom Zhang Huan, Zhu Shu and Yang Ping Ting respect a lot in their clay sculpting trainings several years ago, all of us managed to convince him, to join us in September 2025!  And yes here he is for all of you friends! \u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eWe are all very happy and over the moon!!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eGao Xiang, at age of 31 now, has been particularly fond of small Polygonal class works since fifteen years ago when he picked up and trained hard in Fully-Handmaking works!\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eHe receives of course, the nod of quality by Senior Consummate Master Yuan Hui!\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eAll of the Craftsmen now in the group too are very happy that from now on, they can all complement one another!\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eSmall (100-160ml) Polygonal works are his area of focus and forte, this being is his love which he does best in!\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eWe really hope all of you friends and ZiSha aficionados will agree with our team here that his works are amazing in craftsmanship and artistic direction under the auspices of Senior Consummate Master Yuan Hui!  All afforded at the most affordable price in the market, and of delicate savoir-faire and workmanship!  Very happy that he will now be here permanently with all of you!\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eA lot of hard work from all of us, and we will continue fighting very hard against all odds, for all of you. \u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eWe love our Fully-Handmade ZiSha Art and are very grateful and over the moon whenever each piece goes to your homes.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eWe passed Gao Xiang, our Cao Family’s 4th Quarry Bai Ma Zi Zi Ni that we mined from Huang Long Shan by decades ago.  We continue to support and cheer for dear Craftsman Gao Xiang and thank him for his years of dedication to ZiSha and his love of delicate Polygonal works!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260501_141429.jpg?v=1777659891\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260501_172209.jpg?v=1777659891\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260501_172543.jpg?v=1777659891\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260501_173201.jpg?v=1777659891\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260501_173150.jpg?v=1777659892\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260501_173321.jpg?v=1777659891\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260502_000352.jpg?v=1777659891\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260502_000345.jpg?v=1777659891\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(18, 2, 156); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eCraftsman Gao Xiang 高翔, presents here, the\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(18, 2, 156); text-decoration: underline;\" class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e《道和四方》\"Dao He Si Fang\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(18, 2, 156); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e, \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(90, 1, 1); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e4th Quarry Bai Ma Zi Zi Ni 四号井白麻子紫泥\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(2, 79, 22); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e~~~~~~~~~~\u003cbr\u003e45-degree 1mm-chamfering, A) At the rim of the opening, B) all around the Lid, C)at the handle, and D) at the lower edges of the body:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260501_173437.jpg?v=1777659891\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260501_173459.jpg?v=1777659891\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260501_173440.jpg?v=1777659891\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260501_175249.jpg?v=1777659891\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260501_175306.jpg?v=1777659892\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260501_172231.jpg?v=1777659892\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260501_172101.jpg?v=1777659891\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260501_172158.jpg?v=1777659891\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260502_000332.jpg?v=1777659892\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260502_000311.jpg?v=1777659891\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260502_000314.jpg?v=1777659891\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe carefully, deftly and diligently crafted hand-pushed in filter for amazing great pour from a small-volume ~155ml work!\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260502_002547.jpg?v=1777659891\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003eShrinkage of Fully-Handmade ZiSha work:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260502_002326.jpg?v=1777659892\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260502_002427.jpg?v=1777659892\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260502_002435.jpg?v=1777659892\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260502_002628.jpg?v=1777659891\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: rgb(125, 7, 7);\"\u003eWe wish all our dearest friends in you, to enjoy it, use it, savour it and feel the aura of our Chinese YiXing Art!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260501_173348.jpg?v=1777659891\"\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eCraftsman Gao Xiang is NOW proudly one of us and he will be featuring consistently, with Zhang Huan, Zhu Shu, Yang Pin Ting, Gu Xiao Ming, Chen Fa Chu, et al.  \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #b70000;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eCraftsman Gao Xiang's works are highly scrutinised and praised too!by our Senior Masters, and deemed to be ready for you, delectable for your use and a long lasting permanent ZiSha work in your collection.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e~~~\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCherish it as they do not come easy, with the firing kiln enabling only a 60-70% success rate for this detailed Polygonal + coloured Clay embellishment sculpting Art, i.e. fire 3, and two or less will be successful.  This is SPECIALLY crafted for all of you friends at ~110ml to suit the gungfu solo steeping practice!  Still good for steeping for two people at a sitting!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHold one, hold up one, swing his work around.  Carefully examine his Fully-Handmade work.  Look at it from afar, from near, and it will grow on you.  The whole piece grow on you because 1) he takes reference from what the Senior Masters chose for him, 2) and he amazingly crafts them up EXACTLY as to what the Senior Masters want from him: extreme fine detailing with MUCH THOUGHT on each part, with MUCH TIME spent on every part, section.  Because this is what Fully-Handmade ZiSha Art should be, and HOW FULLY-HANDMADE ZISHA ART is so different from and light years ahead of the ubiquitous jigger-machined pots and half-handmade pots masquerading under the sales tagline of \"fully-handmade zisha\" pots.\u003c\/strong\u003e  These latter JM\/HHM pots are made in what we call 流水线 a.k.a. 'Factory-Line operation' whereby the main pot body after being jigger-machined or coming off from the mould, is passed to the next worker who fits on the spout, and subsequently this second worker will pass the pot on to another worker who will in turn fit on the handle.  Continuing so, the pressed lid is likewise passed to another worker who fit on the lid knob.  \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEACH WORKER has NO IDEA what the other one is doing,\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e and they are always working on fixed time lines stated by the boss.  For example, the worker being \"passed the baton\" a pot with the spout just fixed onto the body by his colleague, will only focus on fixing on the handle, \u003cstrong\u003ewith nil to little regard to WHETHER THE HANDLE fixed on will be cohesive with the spout.  Each worker has NO idea of HOW THE FINAL POT WILL LOOK LIKE.\u003c\/strong\u003e  Beyond poor craftsmanship and clay, the result of such processes are ugly pots with poor cohesiveness which experienced Artists, Craftsmen and collectors will tell from a metre away.  Experienced people in us, do not need to pick up a pot to check whether it is fully-handmade or made of zisha, we can tell from a metre away just by looking at the pot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e~~~~~~~~~~~~\u003cbr\u003eThe keywords are: Detailing and Cohesiveness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA GOOD Fully-Handmade ZiSha Work combines great detailing and cohesiveness.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e~~~\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 27, 174);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eExplained, https:\/\/www.realzisha.com\/blogs\/news\/actual-zisha-landscape-at-yixing , the Craftsman by selling his hard-worked ZiSha craft at $190-$240, $45-$65 goes to the cost of the craft, inclusive of the fees for the firing for the kiln operator (three times per pot), the packaging boxes, and between $32 to $52 for the clay (Zi Ni Di Cao Qing, Duan Ni and upwards) used per pot.\u003c\/span\u003e   Craftsman takes 3 days (fastest 2.5days) to craft a pot.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 27, 174);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIf he works 30 days a month without a single day of rest (no family time), he will craft 10-12 pots.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eIf he crafts for 25 days (five days of rest a month), his output will be 8-10 pots.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe success rate for Zi Ni (e.g. Di Cao Qing, Lao Zi Ni, Da Shui Tan etc) and Duan Ni (e.g. Jiang Po Ni, Qing Hui Duan, etc) is 70% on average.  Some times the whole batch of 10 may fail.  We have seen our Craftsmen suffer like this very often.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe success rate for Zhu Ni (e.g. Xiao Mei Yao Zhu Ni) pots is 60%, or 70% with most optimism and at the very, very best.  Unfortunately.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eAll of us at RealZiSha of course, hope for one another, professional colleagues and all, that all the pots will survive firing at the kiln successfully.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e[For ZiSha models\/designs that are very challenging and more complicated to craft, the time taken to craft will be longer, and the failure rate will be higher as well.  Zi Sha by its virtue, have the highest shrinkage rate of all ceramic clay.  Zi Ni and Duan Ni thus have that 70% success rate, while Zhu Ni has even higher shrinkage rate and thus even lower success rate (the lowest of all ceramic clay.)]\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOur Craftsmen are wholeheartedly committed to the cause of Fully-Handmade ZiSha Art and their strictness with their craft and dedication earn our respect.  We give a big Thank You all of these Craftsmen, for they are saving what is our common precious tea culture: Tea + Fully-Handmade ZiSha Art and Craft.  Your support is critical to their livelihood and the existence of this craft for all of the tea fraternity.\u003cbr\u003eThank you Friends!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; 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AZ!","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: rgb(0, 48, 120);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e《道•和 四方》\"Dao•He Si Fang ~ Tao•Peacefulness in Four Directions!\"\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003eBai Ma Zi Zi Ni 白麻子紫泥 is our family's very special clay, and we want you to notice that it is a type of Zi Ni, not Duan Ni.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eBai Ma Zi Zi Ni 白麻子紫泥 is different from Bai Ma Zi Duan Ni 白麻子段泥 (which needs to be fired at 1370degC).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: rgb(0, 48, 120);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: rgb(81, 1, 1);\"\u003eUnder the supervision of Cao An Xiang and Zhang Ke, this time, Craftsman Gao Xiang utilises our Cao Family's 4th Quarry Bai Ma Zi Zi Ni, in crafting this beautiful Tao He Si Fang!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: rgb(0, 48, 120);\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e* Dao•He Si Fang 《道•和 四方》*\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260501_141235.jpg?v=1777667270\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe design hopes to inspire one's pursuit of The Tao of things, and as a personal deed to wish upon Peace in all directions for all sentient beings, as the Tea Master steeps tea.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003eBai Ma Zi Zi Ni is our very special clay!!!  It is a type of Zi Ni, not Duan Ni, and we fire it to 1250degC just as is eludicated here:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260502_013302.jpg?v=1777656843\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"在矿层中偶然出现, 含矿量极少。\u003cbr\u003e烧成后呈褐紫红色调, 胎质纯正温润, 表面黄白色的砂点颗粒丰富而自然, 色泽浑朴古雅。\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eIt appears rarely and occasionally in mineral layers, extremely low ore content (we need to sieve through it carefully and pick out the required ore!).\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eAfter firing, it exhibits a BROWNISH-PURPLISH-REDDISH hue, with a pure and WARM texture. The surface is rich in natural YELLOWISH-WHITE particles, giving it a rustic and elegant appearance.\"\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: rgb(0, 48, 120);\"\u003eOur Cao Family's 4th Quarry Bai Ma Zi Zi Ni fired at 1250degC:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260501_174247.jpg?v=1777656595\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: rgb(0, 48, 120);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260501_170922.jpg?v=1777667269\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260501_140259_1.jpg?v=1777667270\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLots of YELLOW-WHITE particles! as described.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260501_171504.jpg?v=1777667269\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePRESENTED PROUDLY HERE IN OUR LATEST PRODUCTION, AND COURTESY OF GAO XIANG'S HANDS:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e* Dao•He Si Fang 《道•和 四方》*\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260501_141001_1.jpg?v=1777667270\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260501_143604.jpg?v=1777656595\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260501_143456.jpg?v=1777656595\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: rgb(0, 48, 120);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eOur Cao Family's 4th Quarry Bai Ma Zi Zi Ni fired at 1250degC.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eGao Xiang is with you now, crafting beguiling and stunning handy-volumed Polygonal class works for all of you.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003eHim b\u003c\/span\u003eeing a very honest friend whom Zhang Huan, Zhu Shu and Yang Ping Ting respect a lot in their clay sculpting trainings several years ago, all of us managed to convince him, to join us in September 2025!  And yes here he is for all of you friends! \u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eWe are all very happy and over the moon!!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eGao Xiang, at age of 31 now, has been particularly fond of small Polygonal class works since fifteen years ago when he picked up and trained hard in Fully-Handmaking works!\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eHe receives of course, the nod of quality by Senior Consummate Master Yuan Hui!\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eAll of the Craftsmen now in the group too are very happy that from now on, they can all complement one another!\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eSmall (100-160ml) Polygonal works are his area of focus and forte, this being is his love which he does best in!\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eWe really hope all of you friends and ZiSha aficionados will agree with our team here that his works are amazing in craftsmanship and artistic direction under the auspices of Senior Consummate Master Yuan Hui!  All afforded at the most affordable price in the market, and of delicate savoir-faire and workmanship!  Very happy that he will now be here permanently with all of you!\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eA lot of hard work from all of us, and we will continue fighting very hard against all odds, for all of you. \u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eWe love our Fully-Handmade ZiSha Art and are very grateful and over the moon whenever each piece goes to your homes.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eWe passed Gao Xiang, our Cao Family’s 4th Quarry Bai Ma Zi Zi Ni that we mined from Huang Long Shan by decades ago.  We continue to support and cheer for dear Craftsman Gao Xiang and thank him for his years of dedication to ZiSha and his love of delicate Polygonal works!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260501_141300.jpg?v=1777667270\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260501_170700.jpg?v=1777667269\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260501_170804.jpg?v=1777667269\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260501_140743.jpg?v=1777667269\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260501_140706.jpg?v=1777667270\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260501_171122.jpg?v=1777667269\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260502_000122.jpg?v=1777667270\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260502_000114.jpg?v=1777667270\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(18, 2, 156); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eCraftsman Gao Xiang 高翔, presents here, the\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\" style=\"color: rgb(18, 2, 156); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e《道和四方》\"Dao He Si Fang\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(18, 2, 156); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e, \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(90, 1, 1); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e4th Quarry Bai Ma Zi Zi Ni 四号井白麻子紫泥\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(2, 79, 22); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e~~~~~~~~~~\u003cbr\u003e45-degree 1mm-chamfering, A) At the rim of the opening, B) all around the Lid, C)at the handle, and D) at the lower edges of the body:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260501_171309.jpg?v=1777667270\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260501_171344.jpg?v=1777667270\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260501_171314.jpg?v=1777667270\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260501_175216.jpg?v=1777667270\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260501_175227.jpg?v=1777667269\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260501_170725.jpg?v=1777667270\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260501_170513.jpg?v=1777667269\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260501_170631.jpg?v=1777667269\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260502_000027.jpg?v=1777667269\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260502_000040.jpg?v=1777667270\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260502_000051.jpg?v=1777667270\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe carefully, deftly and diligently crafted hand-pushed in filter for amazing great pour from a small-volume ~155ml work!\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260502_002154.jpg?v=1777667270\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003eShrinkage of Fully-Handmade ZiSha work:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260502_001912.jpg?v=1777667270\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260502_002015.jpg?v=1777667269\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260502_002025.jpg?v=1777667270\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260502_002201.jpg?v=1777667270\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: rgb(125, 7, 7);\"\u003eWe wish all our dearest friends in you, to enjoy it, use it, savour it and feel the aura of our Chinese YiXing Art!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260501_171153.jpg?v=1777667270\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eCraftsman Gao Xiang is NOW proudly one of us and he will be featuring consistently, with Zhang Huan, Zhu Shu, Yang Pin Ting, Gu Xiao Ming, Chen Fa Chu, et al.  \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #b70000;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eCraftsman Gao Xiang's works are highly scrutinised and praised too!by our Senior Masters, and deemed to be ready for you, delectable for your use and a long lasting permanent ZiSha work in your collection.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e~~~\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCherish it as they do not come easy, with the firing kiln enabling only a 60-70% success rate for this detailed Polygonal + coloured Clay embellishment sculpting Art, i.e. fire 3, and two or less will be successful.  This is SPECIALLY crafted for all of you friends at ~110ml to suit the gungfu solo steeping practice!  Still good for steeping for two people at a sitting!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHold one, hold up one, swing his work around.  Carefully examine his Fully-Handmade work.  Look at it from afar, from near, and it will grow on you.  The whole piece grow on you because 1) he takes reference from what the Senior Masters chose for him, 2) and he amazingly crafts them up EXACTLY as to what the Senior Masters want from him: extreme fine detailing with MUCH THOUGHT on each part, with MUCH TIME spent on every part, section.  Because this is what Fully-Handmade ZiSha Art should be, and HOW FULLY-HANDMADE ZISHA ART is so different from and light years ahead of the ubiquitous jigger-machined pots and half-handmade pots masquerading under the sales tagline of \"fully-handmade zisha\" pots.\u003c\/strong\u003e  These latter JM\/HHM pots are made in what we call 流水线 a.k.a. 'Factory-Line operation' whereby the main pot body after being jigger-machined or coming off from the mould, is passed to the next worker who fits on the spout, and subsequently this second worker will pass the pot on to another worker who will in turn fit on the handle.  Continuing so, the pressed lid is likewise passed to another worker who fit on the lid knob.  \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEACH WORKER has NO IDEA what the other one is doing,\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e and they are always working on fixed time lines stated by the boss.  For example, the worker being \"passed the baton\" a pot with the spout just fixed onto the body by his colleague, will only focus on fixing on the handle, \u003cstrong\u003ewith nil to little regard to WHETHER THE HANDLE fixed on will be cohesive with the spout.  Each worker has NO idea of HOW THE FINAL POT WILL LOOK LIKE.\u003c\/strong\u003e  Beyond poor craftsmanship and clay, the result of such processes are ugly pots with poor cohesiveness which experienced Artists, Craftsmen and collectors will tell from a metre away.  Experienced people in us, do not need to pick up a pot to check whether it is fully-handmade or made of zisha, we can tell from a metre away just by looking at the pot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e~~~~~~~~~~~~\u003cbr\u003eThe keywords are: Detailing and Cohesiveness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA GOOD Fully-Handmade ZiSha Work combines great detailing and cohesiveness.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e~~~\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 27, 174);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eExplained, https:\/\/www.realzisha.com\/blogs\/news\/actual-zisha-landscape-at-yixing , the Craftsman by selling his hard-worked ZiSha craft at $190-$240, $45-$65 goes to the cost of the craft, inclusive of the fees for the firing for the kiln operator (three times per pot), the packaging boxes, and between $32 to $52 for the clay (Zi Ni Di Cao Qing, Duan Ni and upwards) used per pot.\u003c\/span\u003e   Craftsman takes 3 days (fastest 2.5days) to craft a pot.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 27, 174);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIf he works 30 days a month without a single day of rest (no family time), he will craft 10-12 pots.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eIf he crafts for 25 days (five days of rest a month), his output will be 8-10 pots.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe success rate for Zi Ni (e.g. Di Cao Qing, Lao Zi Ni, Da Shui Tan etc) and Duan Ni (e.g. Jiang Po Ni, Qing Hui Duan, etc) is 70% on average.  Some times the whole batch of 10 may fail.  We have seen our Craftsmen suffer like this very often.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe success rate for Zhu Ni (e.g. Xiao Mei Yao Zhu Ni) pots is 60%, or 70% with most optimism and at the very, very best.  Unfortunately.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eAll of us at RealZiSha of course, hope for one another, professional colleagues and all, that all the pots will survive firing at the kiln successfully.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e[For ZiSha models\/designs that are very challenging and more complicated to craft, the time taken to craft will be longer, and the failure rate will be higher as well.  Zi Sha by its virtue, have the highest shrinkage rate of all ceramic clay.  Zi Ni and Duan Ni thus have that 70% success rate, while Zhu Ni has even higher shrinkage rate and thus even lower success rate (the lowest of all ceramic clay.)]\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOur Craftsmen are wholeheartedly committed to the cause of Fully-Handmade ZiSha Art and their strictness with their craft and dedication earn our respect.  We give a big Thank You all of these Craftsmen, for they are saving what is our common precious tea culture: Tea + Fully-Handmade ZiSha Art and Craft.  Your support is critical to their livelihood and the existence of this craft for all of the tea fraternity.\u003cbr\u003eThank you Friends!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; 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NSW Australia🇦🇺!","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: rgb(0, 48, 120);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e《道•和 四方》\"Dao•He Si Fang ~ Tao•Peacefulness in Four Directions!\"\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003eBai Ma Zi Zi Ni 白麻子紫泥 is our family's very special clay, and we want you to notice that it is a type of Zi Ni, not Duan Ni.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eBai Ma Zi Zi Ni 白麻子紫泥 is different from Bai Ma Zi Duan Ni 白麻子段泥 (which needs to be fired at 1370degC).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: rgb(0, 48, 120);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: rgb(81, 1, 1);\"\u003eUnder the supervision of Cao An Xiang and Zhang Ke, this time, Craftsman Gao Xiang utilises our Cao Family's 4th Quarry Bai Ma Zi Zi Ni, in crafting this beautiful Tao He Si Fang!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: rgb(0, 48, 120);\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e* Dao•He Si Fang 《道•和 四方》*\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260505_153558.jpg?v=1777968543\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe design hopes to inspire one's pursuit of The Tao of things, and as a personal deed to wish upon Peace in all directions for all sentient beings, as the Tea Master steeps tea.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003eBai Ma Zi Zi Ni is our very special clay!!!  It is a type of Zi Ni, not Duan Ni, and we fire it to 1250degC just as is eludicated here:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260502_013302.jpg?v=1777656843\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"在矿层中偶然出现, 含矿量极少。\u003cbr\u003e烧成后呈褐紫红色调, 胎质纯正温润, 表面黄白色的砂点颗粒丰富而自然, 色泽浑朴古雅。\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eIt appears rarely and occasionally in mineral layers, extremely low ore content (we need to sieve through it carefully and pick out the required ore!).\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eAfter firing, it exhibits a BROWNISH-PURPLISH-REDDISH hue, with a pure and WARM texture. The surface is rich in natural YELLOWISH-WHITE particles, giving it a rustic and elegant appearance.\"\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: rgb(0, 48, 120);\"\u003eOur Cao Family's 4th Quarry Bai Ma Zi Zi Ni fired at 1250degC:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: rgb(0, 48, 120);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260505_151930.jpg?v=1777968543\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260505_152148.jpg?v=1777968543\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260505_152530.jpg?v=1777968543\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLots of YELLOW-WHITE particles! as described.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260505_152722.jpg?v=1777968543\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePRESENTED PROUDLY HERE IN OUR LATEST PRODUCTION, AND COURTESY OF GAO XIANG'S HANDS:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e* Dao•He Si Fang 《道•和 四方》*\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260505_153135_1.jpg?v=1777968543\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260505_153558.jpg?v=1777968543\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260505_153208.jpg?v=1777968543\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: rgb(0, 48, 120);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eOur Cao Family's 4th Quarry Bai Ma Zi Zi Ni fired at 1250degC.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eGao Xiang is with you now, crafting beguiling and stunning handy-volumed Polygonal class works for all of you.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003eHim b\u003c\/span\u003eeing a very honest friend whom Zhang Huan, Zhu Shu and Yang Ping Ting respect a lot in their clay sculpting trainings several years ago, all of us managed to convince him, to join us in September 2025!  And yes here he is for all of you friends! \u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eWe are all very happy and over the moon!!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eGao Xiang, at age of 31 now, has been particularly fond of small Polygonal class works since fifteen years ago when he picked up and trained hard in Fully-Handmaking works!\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eHe receives of course, the nod of quality by Senior Consummate Master Yuan Hui!\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eAll of the Craftsmen now in the group too are very happy that from now on, they can all complement one another!\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eSmall (100-160ml) Polygonal works are his area of focus and forte, this being is his love which he does best in!\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eWe really hope all of you friends and ZiSha aficionados will agree with our team here that his works are amazing in craftsmanship and artistic direction under the auspices of Senior Consummate Master Yuan Hui!  All afforded at the most affordable price in the market, and of delicate savoir-faire and workmanship!  Very happy that he will now be here permanently with all of you!\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eA lot of hard work from all of us, and we will continue fighting very hard against all odds, for all of you. \u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eWe love our Fully-Handmade ZiSha Art and are very grateful and over the moon whenever each piece goes to your homes.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eWe passed Gao Xiang, our Cao Family’s 4th Quarry Bai Ma Zi Zi Ni that we mined from Huang Long Shan by decades ago.  We continue to support and cheer for dear Craftsman Gao Xiang and thank him for his years of dedication to ZiSha and his love of delicate Polygonal works!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260505_153229.jpg?v=1777968543\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260505_151434.jpg?v=1777968543\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260505_153636.jpg?v=1777968543\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260505_154127.jpg?v=1777968543\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260505_154118.jpg?v=1777968543\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(18, 2, 156); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eCraftsman Gao Xiang 高翔, presents here, the\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\" style=\"color: rgb(18, 2, 156); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e《道和四方》\"Dao He Si Fang\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(18, 2, 156); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e, \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(90, 1, 1); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e4th Quarry Bai Ma Zi Zi Ni 四号井白麻子紫泥\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(2, 79, 22); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e~~~~~~~~~~\u003cbr\u003e45-degree 1mm-chamfering, A) At the rim of the opening, B) all around the Lid, C)at the handle, and D) at the lower edges of the body:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260505_152546.jpg?v=1777968543\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260505_152559.jpg?v=1777968543\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260505_152609.jpg?v=1777968543\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260505_152549.jpg?v=1777968543\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260505_152722.jpg?v=1777968543\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260505_152648.jpg?v=1777968543\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260505_151745.jpg?v=1777968544\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260505_151621.jpg?v=1777968543\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260505_153820.jpg?v=1777968543\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260505_153836.jpg?v=1777968543\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260505_153846.jpg?v=1777968543\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe carefully, deftly and diligently crafted hand-pushed in filter for amazing great pour from a small-volume ~155ml work!\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260505_155626.jpg?v=1777968543\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003eShrinkage of Fully-Handmade ZiSha work:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260505_153846.jpg?v=1777968543\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260505_153910.jpg?v=1777968543\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260505_155242.jpg?v=1777968542\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260505_155321.jpg?v=1777968543\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260505_155410.jpg?v=1777968543\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260505_155426.jpg?v=1777968543\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: rgb(125, 7, 7);\"\u003eWe wish all our dearest friends in you, to enjoy it, use it, savour it and feel the aura of our Chinese YiXing Art!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260505_153658.jpg?v=1777968543\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCraftsman Gao Xiang is NOW proudly one of us and he will be featuring consistently, with Zhang Huan, Zhu Shu, Yang Pin Ting, Gu Xiao Ming, Chen Fa Chu, et al.  \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #b70000;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eCraftsman Gao Xiang's works are highly scrutinised and praised too!by our Senior Masters, and deemed to be ready for you, delectable for your use and a long lasting permanent ZiSha work in your collection.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e~~~\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCherish it as they do not come easy, with the firing kiln enabling only a 60-70% success rate for this detailed Polygonal + coloured Clay embellishment sculpting Art, i.e. fire 3, and two or less will be successful.  This is SPECIALLY crafted for all of you friends at ~110ml to suit the gungfu solo steeping practice!  Still good for steeping for two people at a sitting!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHold one, hold up one, swing his work around.  Carefully examine his Fully-Handmade work.  Look at it from afar, from near, and it will grow on you.  The whole piece grow on you because 1) he takes reference from what the Senior Masters chose for him, 2) and he amazingly crafts them up EXACTLY as to what the Senior Masters want from him: extreme fine detailing with MUCH THOUGHT on each part, with MUCH TIME spent on every part, section.  Because this is what Fully-Handmade ZiSha Art should be, and HOW FULLY-HANDMADE ZISHA ART is so different from and light years ahead of the ubiquitous jigger-machined pots and half-handmade pots masquerading under the sales tagline of \"fully-handmade zisha\" pots.\u003c\/strong\u003e  These latter JM\/HHM pots are made in what we call 流水线 a.k.a. 'Factory-Line operation' whereby the main pot body after being jigger-machined or coming off from the mould, is passed to the next worker who fits on the spout, and subsequently this second worker will pass the pot on to another worker who will in turn fit on the handle.  Continuing so, the pressed lid is likewise passed to another worker who fit on the lid knob.  \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEACH WORKER has NO IDEA what the other one is doing,\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e and they are always working on fixed time lines stated by the boss.  For example, the worker being \"passed the baton\" a pot with the spout just fixed onto the body by his colleague, will only focus on fixing on the handle, \u003cstrong\u003ewith nil to little regard to WHETHER THE HANDLE fixed on will be cohesive with the spout.  Each worker has NO idea of HOW THE FINAL POT WILL LOOK LIKE.\u003c\/strong\u003e  Beyond poor craftsmanship and clay, the result of such processes are ugly pots with poor cohesiveness which experienced Artists, Craftsmen and collectors will tell from a metre away.  Experienced people in us, do not need to pick up a pot to check whether it is fully-handmade or made of zisha, we can tell from a metre away just by looking at the pot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e~~~~~~~~~~~~\u003cbr\u003eThe keywords are: Detailing and Cohesiveness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA GOOD Fully-Handmade ZiSha Work combines great detailing and cohesiveness.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e~~~\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 27, 174);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eExplained, https:\/\/www.realzisha.com\/blogs\/news\/actual-zisha-landscape-at-yixing , the Craftsman by selling his hard-worked ZiSha craft at $190-$240, $45-$65 goes to the cost of the craft, inclusive of the fees for the firing for the kiln operator (three times per pot), the packaging boxes, and between $32 to $52 for the clay (Zi Ni Di Cao Qing, Duan Ni and upwards) used per pot.\u003c\/span\u003e   Craftsman takes 3 days (fastest 2.5days) to craft a pot.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 27, 174);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIf he works 30 days a month without a single day of rest (no family time), he will craft 10-12 pots.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eIf he crafts for 25 days (five days of rest a month), his output will be 8-10 pots.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe success rate for Zi Ni (e.g. Di Cao Qing, Lao Zi Ni, Da Shui Tan etc) and Duan Ni (e.g. Jiang Po Ni, Qing Hui Duan, etc) is 70% on average.  Some times the whole batch of 10 may fail.  We have seen our Craftsmen suffer like this very often.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe success rate for Zhu Ni (e.g. Xiao Mei Yao Zhu Ni) pots is 60%, or 70% with most optimism and at the very, very best.  Unfortunately.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eAll of us at RealZiSha of course, hope for one another, professional colleagues and all, that all the pots will survive firing at the kiln successfully.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e[For ZiSha models\/designs that are very challenging and more complicated to craft, the time taken to craft will be longer, and the failure rate will be higher as well.  Zi Sha by its virtue, have the highest shrinkage rate of all ceramic clay.  Zi Ni and Duan Ni thus have that 70% success rate, while Zhu Ni has even higher shrinkage rate and thus even lower success rate (the lowest of all ceramic clay.)]\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOur Craftsmen are wholeheartedly committed to the cause of Fully-Handmade ZiSha Art and their strictness with their craft and dedication earn our respect.  We give a big Thank You all of these Craftsmen, for they are saving what is our common precious tea culture: Tea + Fully-Handmade ZiSha Art and Craft.  Your support is critical to their livelihood and the existence of this craft for all of the tea fraternity.\u003cbr\u003eThank you Friends!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; 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CA!","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: rgb(0, 48, 120);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e《道•和 四方》\"Dao•He Si Fang ~ Tao•Peacefulness in Four Directions!\"\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003eBai Ma Zi Zi Ni 白麻子紫泥 is our family's very special clay, and we want you to notice that it is a type of Zi Ni, not Duan Ni.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eBai Ma Zi Zi Ni 白麻子紫泥 is different from Bai Ma Zi Duan Ni 白麻子段泥 (which needs to be fired at 1370degC).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: rgb(0, 48, 120);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: rgb(81, 1, 1);\"\u003eUnder the supervision of Cao An Xiang and Zhang Ke, this time, Craftsman Gao Xiang utilises our Cao Family's 4th Quarry Bai Ma Zi Zi Ni, in crafting this beautiful Tao He Si Fang!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: rgb(0, 48, 120);\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e* Dao•He Si Fang 《道•和 四方》*\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260506_155150.jpg?v=1778089359\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe design hopes to inspire one's pursuit of The Tao of things, and as a personal deed to wish upon Peace in all directions for all sentient beings, as the Tea Master steeps tea.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003eBai Ma Zi Zi Ni is our very special clay!!!  It is a type of Zi Ni, not Duan Ni, and we fire it to 1250degC just as is eludicated here:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260502_013302.jpg?v=1777656843\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"在矿层中偶然出现, 含矿量极少。\u003cbr\u003e烧成后呈褐紫红色调, 胎质纯正温润, 表面黄白色的砂点颗粒丰富而自然, 色泽浑朴古雅。\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eIt appears rarely and occasionally in mineral layers, extremely low ore content (we need to sieve through it carefully and pick out the required ore!).\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eAfter firing, it exhibits a BROWNISH-PURPLISH-REDDISH hue, with a pure and WARM texture. The surface is rich in natural YELLOWISH-WHITE particles, giving it a rustic and elegant appearance.\"\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: rgb(0, 48, 120);\"\u003eOur Cao Family's 4th Quarry Bai Ma Zi Zi Ni fired at 1250degC:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: rgb(0, 48, 120);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260506_154914.jpg?v=1778089361\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260501_170922.jpg?v=1777667269\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260506_155246.jpg?v=1778089358\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLots of YELLOW-WHITE particles! as described.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260501_171504.jpg?v=1777667269\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePRESENTED PROUDLY HERE IN OUR LATEST PRODUCTION, AND COURTESY OF GAO XIANG'S HANDS:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e* Dao•He Si Fang 《道•和 四方》*\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260506_155816_1.jpg?v=1778089359\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260506_155202_1.jpg?v=1778089358\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260506_155546_1.jpg?v=1778089359\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: rgb(0, 48, 120);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eOur Cao Family's 4th Quarry Bai Ma Zi Zi Ni fired at 1250degC.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eGao Xiang is with you now, crafting beguiling and stunning handy-volumed Polygonal class works for all of you.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003eHim b\u003c\/span\u003eeing a very honest friend whom Zhang Huan, Zhu Shu and Yang Ping Ting respect a lot in their clay sculpting trainings several years ago, all of us managed to convince him, to join us in September 2025!  And yes here he is for all of you friends! \u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eWe are all very happy and over the moon!!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eGao Xiang, at age of 31 now, has been particularly fond of small Polygonal class works since fifteen years ago when he picked up and trained hard in Fully-Handmaking works!\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eHe receives of course, the nod of quality by Senior Consummate Master Yuan Hui!\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eAll of the Craftsmen now in the group too are very happy that from now on, they can all complement one another!\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eSmall (100-160ml) Polygonal works are his area of focus and forte, this being is his love which he does best in!\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eWe really hope all of you friends and ZiSha aficionados will agree with our team here that his works are amazing in craftsmanship and artistic direction under the auspices of Senior Consummate Master Yuan Hui!  All afforded at the most affordable price in the market, and of delicate savoir-faire and workmanship!  Very happy that he will now be here permanently with all of you!\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eA lot of hard work from all of us, and we will continue fighting very hard against all odds, for all of you. \u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eWe love our Fully-Handmade ZiSha Art and are very grateful and over the moon whenever each piece goes to your homes.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eWe passed Gao Xiang, our Cao Family’s 4th Quarry Bai Ma Zi Zi Ni that we mined from Huang Long Shan by decades ago.  We continue to support and cheer for dear Craftsman Gao Xiang and thank him for his years of dedication to ZiSha and his love of delicate Polygonal works!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260506_154803.jpg?v=1778089359\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260506_154808.jpg?v=1778089359\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260506_154833.jpg?v=1778089359\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260506_154533.jpg?v=1778089359\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260506_154553.jpg?v=1778089358\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260506_155844.jpg?v=1778089358\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260506_160149.jpg?v=1778089359\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260506_160142.jpg?v=1778089359\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(18, 2, 156); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eCraftsman Gao Xiang 高翔, presents here, the\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(18, 2, 156); text-decoration: underline;\" class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e《道和四方》\"Dao He Si Fang\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(18, 2, 156); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e, \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(90, 1, 1); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e4th Quarry Bai Ma Zi Zi Ni 四号井白麻子紫泥\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(2, 79, 22); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e~~~~~~~~~~\u003cbr\u003e45-degree 1mm-chamfering, A) At the rim of the opening, B) all around the Lid, C)at the handle, and D) at the lower edges of the body:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260506_155300.jpg?v=1778089359\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260506_155321.jpg?v=1778089358\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260506_155325.jpg?v=1778089358\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260506_155306.jpg?v=1778089358\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260506_155428.jpg?v=1778089358\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260506_155404.jpg?v=1778089359\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260506_155351.jpg?v=1778089359\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260506_155345.jpg?v=1778089359\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260506_154741.jpg?v=1778089360\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260506_154626.jpg?v=1778089359\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260506_154700.jpg?v=1778089358\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260506_160117.jpg?v=1778089359\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260506_160214.jpg?v=1778089358\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260506_160221.jpg?v=1778089358\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe carefully, deftly and diligently crafted hand-pushed in filter for amazing great pour from a small-volume ~155ml work!\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260507_002218.jpg?v=1778089358\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003eShrinkage of Fully-Handmade ZiSha work:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260507_001854.jpg?v=1778089359\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260507_002015.jpg?v=1778089359\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260507_002035.jpg?v=1778089359\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260507_002227.jpg?v=1778089358\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: rgb(125, 7, 7);\"\u003eWe wish all our dearest friends in you, to enjoy it, use it, savour it and feel the aura of our Chinese YiXing Art!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260506_155920.jpg?v=1778089358\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCraftsman Gao Xiang is NOW proudly one of us and he will be featuring consistently, with Zhang Huan, Zhu Shu, Yang Pin Ting, Gu Xiao Ming, Chen Fa Chu, et al.  \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #b70000;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eCraftsman Gao Xiang's works are highly scrutinised and praised too!by our Senior Masters, and deemed to be ready for you, delectable for your use and a long lasting permanent ZiSha work in your collection.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e~~~\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCherish it as they do not come easy, with the firing kiln enabling only a 60-70% success rate for this detailed Polygonal + coloured Clay embellishment sculpting Art, i.e. fire 3, and two or less will be successful.  This is SPECIALLY crafted for all of you friends at ~110ml to suit the gungfu solo steeping practice!  Still good for steeping for two people at a sitting!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHold one, hold up one, swing his work around.  Carefully examine his Fully-Handmade work.  Look at it from afar, from near, and it will grow on you.  The whole piece grow on you because 1) he takes reference from what the Senior Masters chose for him, 2) and he amazingly crafts them up EXACTLY as to what the Senior Masters want from him: extreme fine detailing with MUCH THOUGHT on each part, with MUCH TIME spent on every part, section.  Because this is what Fully-Handmade ZiSha Art should be, and HOW FULLY-HANDMADE ZISHA ART is so different from and light years ahead of the ubiquitous jigger-machined pots and half-handmade pots masquerading under the sales tagline of \"fully-handmade zisha\" pots.\u003c\/strong\u003e  These latter JM\/HHM pots are made in what we call 流水线 a.k.a. 'Factory-Line operation' whereby the main pot body after being jigger-machined or coming off from the mould, is passed to the next worker who fits on the spout, and subsequently this second worker will pass the pot on to another worker who will in turn fit on the handle.  Continuing so, the pressed lid is likewise passed to another worker who fit on the lid knob.  \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEACH WORKER has NO IDEA what the other one is doing,\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e and they are always working on fixed time lines stated by the boss.  For example, the worker being \"passed the baton\" a pot with the spout just fixed onto the body by his colleague, will only focus on fixing on the handle, \u003cstrong\u003ewith nil to little regard to WHETHER THE HANDLE fixed on will be cohesive with the spout.  Each worker has NO idea of HOW THE FINAL POT WILL LOOK LIKE.\u003c\/strong\u003e  Beyond poor craftsmanship and clay, the result of such processes are ugly pots with poor cohesiveness which experienced Artists, Craftsmen and collectors will tell from a metre away.  Experienced people in us, do not need to pick up a pot to check whether it is fully-handmade or made of zisha, we can tell from a metre away just by looking at the pot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e~~~~~~~~~~~~\u003cbr\u003eThe keywords are: Detailing and Cohesiveness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA GOOD Fully-Handmade ZiSha Work combines great detailing and cohesiveness.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e~~~\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 27, 174);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eExplained, https:\/\/www.realzisha.com\/blogs\/news\/actual-zisha-landscape-at-yixing , the Craftsman by selling his hard-worked ZiSha craft at $190-$240, $45-$65 goes to the cost of the craft, inclusive of the fees for the firing for the kiln operator (three times per pot), the packaging boxes, and between $32 to $52 for the clay (Zi Ni Di Cao Qing, Duan Ni and upwards) used per pot.\u003c\/span\u003e   Craftsman takes 3 days (fastest 2.5days) to craft a pot.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 27, 174);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIf he works 30 days a month without a single day of rest (no family time), he will craft 10-12 pots.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eIf he crafts for 25 days (five days of rest a month), his output will be 8-10 pots.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe success rate for Zi Ni (e.g. Di Cao Qing, Lao Zi Ni, Da Shui Tan etc) and Duan Ni (e.g. Jiang Po Ni, Qing Hui Duan, etc) is 70% on average.  Some times the whole batch of 10 may fail.  We have seen our Craftsmen suffer like this very often.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe success rate for Zhu Ni (e.g. Xiao Mei Yao Zhu Ni) pots is 60%, or 70% with most optimism and at the very, very best.  Unfortunately.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eAll of us at RealZiSha of course, hope for one another, professional colleagues and all, that all the pots will survive firing at the kiln successfully.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e[For ZiSha models\/designs that are very challenging and more complicated to craft, the time taken to craft will be longer, and the failure rate will be higher as well.  Zi Sha by its virtue, have the highest shrinkage rate of all ceramic clay.  Zi Ni and Duan Ni thus have that 70% success rate, while Zhu Ni has even higher shrinkage rate and thus even lower success rate (the lowest of all ceramic clay.)]\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOur Craftsmen are wholeheartedly committed to the cause of Fully-Handmade ZiSha Art and their strictness with their craft and dedication earn our respect.  We give a big Thank You all of these Craftsmen, for they are saving what is our common precious tea culture: Tea + Fully-Handmade ZiSha Art and Craft.  Your support is critical to their livelihood and the existence of this craft for all of the tea fraternity.\u003cbr\u003eThank you Friends!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; 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Indonesia🇮🇩!","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: rgb(0, 48, 120);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e《四方宝鼎》\"Si Fang Bao Ding ~ Four-Sided Crown Jewel\"!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260507_184942.jpg?v=1778177427\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cb\u003eDearest Friends, announcing our new Craftsman, Gao Xiang 高翔!!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003eHim b\u003c\/span\u003eeing a very honest friend whom Zhang Huan, Zhu Shu and Yang Ping Ting respect a lot in their clay sculpting trainings several years ago, all of us managed to convince him to join us!\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eAnd yes here he is for all of you friends! \u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eWe are all very happy and over the moon!!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260507_185024.jpg?v=1778177427\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260507_185134.jpg?v=1778177426\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260507_184715.jpg?v=1778177427\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260507_190226.jpg?v=1778177426\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260507_190323.jpg?v=1778177427\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003eGao Xiang, at age of 31 now, has been particularly fond of small Polygonal class works since fifteen years ago when he picked up and trained hard in Fully-Handmaking works!\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eHe receives of course, the nod of quality by Senior Consummate Master Yuan Hui!\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eAll of the Craftsmen now in the group too are very happy that from now on, they can all complement one another!\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eSmall (100-160ml) Polygonal works are his area of focus and forte, and this is his love which he does best in!\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eWe really hope all of you friends and ZiSha aficionados will agree with our team here that his works are amazing in artistic direction, afforded at the most affordable price in the market, and of delicate savoir-faire and workmanship! \u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eVery happy that he will now be here permanently with all of you!\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eA lot of hard work from all of us, and we will continue fighting very hard against all odds, for all of you. \u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eWe love our Fully-Handmade ZiSha Art and are very grateful and over the moon whenever each piece goes to your homes.\u003cbr\u003ePresenting here, proudly to all of you, by Craftsman Gao Xiang:\u003cbr\u003eHis Si Fang Bao Ding!\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003ePolygonal, small volume, with the 45-degree 1mm chamfering that Senior Master Yuan Hui approves of and smiles at!\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eNot content, we pass him our Cao Family’s Tai Xi Duan Ni we mined from Huang Long Shan (Tai Xi Quarry\/Mine pit is one of the famous and favourite mine locations at Huang Long Shan), and we high-fire them to manifest this beautiful beige-yellow-light brown colour.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eEven further, how can we not let Gao Xiang finish it with his coloured clay sculpting!\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eWe cheer for Craftsman Gao Xiang and thank him for his years of dedication to ZiSha and his love of delicate Polygonal works!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(18, 2, 156); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eCraftsman Gao Xiang 高翔, presents here, the\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(18, 2, 156); text-decoration: underline;\" class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e《四方宝鼎》\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(18, 2, 156); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eSi Fang Bao Ding, \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(90, 1, 1); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eHigh-fired Tai Xi Duan Ni 台西段泥~高温烧\u003c\/span\u003e, with \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(2, 79, 22); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003ecoloured clay sculpting of the Plum Blossoms 梅花~彩色泥绘!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e~~~~~~~~~~~~~\u003cbr\u003eSavour BOTH of Craftsman's Gao Xiang's Pot Craftsmanship AND COLOURED Clay Sculpting 彩色泥绘!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260507_190009.jpg?v=1778177427\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260507_190018.jpg?v=1778177426\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260507_190218.jpg?v=1778177426\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260507_190112.jpg?v=1778177427\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260507_190115.jpg?v=1778177427\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260507_190131.jpg?v=1778177426\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260507_190134.jpg?v=1778177427\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260507_190323.jpg?v=1778177427\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260507_190236.jpg?v=1778177427\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260507_190255.jpg?v=1778177428\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260507_185426_1.jpg?v=1778177427\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eClay Sculpting with such applied embellishments, is challenging and raises the likelihood of failure at firing: through cracks at the thin ZiSha clay appliqué, which would be irreparable.  If the clay sculpting comes off, these are irreparable, and the whole pot has to be abandoned.  Zhu Shu needs to craft again.  Generally success rate is one in two.\u003cb\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eColor Clay Sculpting is more difficult and requires higher experience, as the colors pre-firing is different from the colors manifested post-firing, hence the Craftsman must be able to envision the final post-fired effect and color, as she applies fresh ZiSha paste during this Clay Sculpting process!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eHaving the skill of knowing what ZiSha paste to sculpt with is one thing, having the petals and all, having the 3-Dimensional Effect, varying thickness to beautifully bring up the aesthetic appreciation of the Orchids, is another forté which must be mastered together by Craftsman Zhu Shu.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e~~~~~~~~~~\u003cbr\u003e45-degree 1mm-chamfering, A) At Edge of Top Opening, and B) all around the Lid, and C) all around the base corners and edges.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260419_161353.jpg?v=1776601895\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260419_161434.jpg?v=1776601896\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" 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alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260507_190739.jpg?v=1778177427\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260507_190757.jpg?v=1778177426\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260507_190814.jpg?v=1778177427\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260507_190819.jpg?v=1778177426\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260507_190823.jpg?v=1778177426\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260507_190902.jpg?v=1778177427\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260507_191111.jpg?v=1778177427\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260507_191126.jpg?v=1778177426\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260507_191139.jpg?v=1778177426\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260507_191224.jpg?v=1778177426\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260507_191221.jpg?v=1778177427\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe carefully, deftly and diligently crafted largest possible 3+4+3 holes hand-pushed in filter for amazing great pour from a small-volume ~165ml work!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260508_005936_1_1.jpg?v=1778177427\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260507_190343.jpg?v=1778177426\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260507_190355.jpg?v=1778177426\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: rgb(0, 48, 120);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eOur Cao Family's Tai Xi Duan Ni, this time high-fired.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260507_185849.jpg?v=1778177427\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260507_185858.jpg?v=1778177427\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260507_185915.jpg?v=1778177426\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003eShrinkage of ZiSha:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260507_185828.jpg?v=1778177426\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260508_005546.jpg?v=1778177426\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260508_005651.jpg?v=1778177426\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260508_005658.jpg?v=1778177426\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260508_005738.jpg?v=1778177427\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: rgb(0, 48, 120);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: rgb(0, 48, 120);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(87, 0, 0); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eZiSha Art is the most amazing carrier medium, housing various aspects of Chinese Cultural Arts!\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eHere in this Si Fang He Piao by Craftsman Gao Xiang,you enjoy the embodiment of\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(23, 0, 113); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e1.  Fully-Handmade ZiSha Art and Craft 紫砂美术与工艺,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(23, 0, 113); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e2.  Painting 绘画,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(23, 0, 113); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e3.  Clay Sculpting 泥绘.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(87, 0, 0); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eHold, Use and Keep relishing the delightful aspects of our Chinese Culture in your daily life, in solitude, in practice, during hospitality to family and friends alike!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(87, 0, 0); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eSavour the journey, dearest Friends :-D\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: rgb(125, 7, 7);\"\u003eWe wish all our dearest friends in you, to enjoy it, use it, savour it and feel the aura of our Chinese YiXing Art!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e~~~~~~~~~~~~\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCraftsman Gao Xiang is NOW proudly one of us and he will be featuring consistently, with Zhang Huan, Zhu Shu, Yang Pin Ting, Gu Xiao Ming, Chen Fa Chu, et al.  \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #b70000;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eCraftsman Gao Xiang's works are highly scrutinised and praised too!by our Senior Masters, and deemed to be ready for you, delectable for your use and a long lasting permanent ZiSha work in your collection.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e~~~\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCherish it as they do not come easy, with the firing kiln enabling only a 60-70% success rate for this detailed Polygonal + coloured Clay embellishment sculpting Art, i.e. fire 3, and two or less will be successful.  This is SPECIALLY crafted for all of you friends at ~110ml to suit the gungfu solo steeping practice!  Still good for steeping for two people at a sitting!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHold one, hold up one, swing his work around.  Carefully examine his Fully-Handmade work.  Look at it from afar, from near, and it will grow on you.  The whole piece grow on you because 1) he takes reference from what the Senior Masters chose for him, 2) and he amazingly crafts them up EXACTLY as to what the Senior Masters want from him: extreme fine detailing with MUCH THOUGHT on each part, with MUCH TIME spent on every part, section.  Because this is what Fully-Handmade ZiSha Art should be, and HOW FULLY-HANDMADE ZISHA ART is so different from and light years ahead of the ubiquitous jigger-machined pots and half-handmade pots masquerading under the sales tagline of \"fully-handmade zisha\" pots.\u003c\/strong\u003e  These latter JM\/HHM pots are made in what we call 流水线 a.k.a. 'Factory-Line operation' whereby the main pot body after being jigger-machined or coming off from the mould, is passed to the next worker who fits on the spout, and subsequently this second worker will pass the pot on to another worker who will in turn fit on the handle.  Continuing so, the pressed lid is likewise passed to another worker who fit on the lid knob.  \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEACH WORKER has NO IDEA what the other one is doing,\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e and they are always working on fixed time lines stated by the boss.  For example, the worker being \"passed the baton\" a pot with the spout just fixed onto the body by his colleague, will only focus on fixing on the handle, \u003cstrong\u003ewith nil to little regard to WHETHER THE HANDLE fixed on will be cohesive with the spout.  Each worker has NO idea of HOW THE FINAL POT WILL LOOK LIKE.\u003c\/strong\u003e  Beyond poor craftsmanship and clay, the result of such processes are ugly pots with poor cohesiveness which experienced Artists, Craftsmen and collectors will tell from a metre away.  Experienced people in us, do not need to pick up a pot to check whether it is fully-handmade or made of zisha, we can tell from a metre away just by looking at the pot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e~~~~~~~~~~~~\u003cbr\u003eThe keywords are: Detailing and Cohesiveness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA GOOD Fully-Handmade ZiSha Work combines great detailing and cohesiveness.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e~~~\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 27, 174);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eExplained, https:\/\/www.realzisha.com\/blogs\/news\/actual-zisha-landscape-at-yixing , the Craftsman by selling his hard-worked ZiSha craft at $190-$240, $45-$65 goes to the cost of the craft, inclusive of the fees for the firing for the kiln operator (three times per pot), the packaging boxes, and between $32 to $52 for the clay (Zi Ni Di Cao Qing, Duan Ni and upwards) used per pot.\u003c\/span\u003e   Craftsman takes 3 days (fastest 2.5days) to craft a pot.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 27, 174);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIf he works 30 days a month without a single day of rest (no family time), he will craft 10-12 pots.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eIf he crafts for 25 days (five days of rest a month), his output will be 8-10 pots.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe success rate for Zi Ni (e.g. Di Cao Qing, Lao Zi Ni, Da Shui Tan etc) and Duan Ni (e.g. Jiang Po Ni, Qing Hui Duan, etc) is 70% on average.  Some times the whole batch of 10 may fail.  We have seen our Craftsmen suffer like this very often.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe success rate for Zhu Ni (e.g. Xiao Mei Yao Zhu Ni) pots is 60%, or 70% with most optimism and at the very, very best.  Unfortunately.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eAll of us at RealZiSha of course, hope for one another, professional colleagues and all, that all the pots will survive firing at the kiln successfully.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e[For ZiSha models\/designs that are very challenging and more complicated to craft, the time taken to craft will be longer, and the failure rate will be higher as well.  Zi Sha by its virtue, have the highest shrinkage rate of all ceramic clay.  Zi Ni and Duan Ni thus have that 70% success rate, while Zhu Ni has even higher shrinkage rate and thus even lower success rate (the lowest of all ceramic clay.)]\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOur Craftsmen are wholeheartedly committed to the cause of Fully-Handmade ZiSha Art and their strictness with their craft and dedication earn our respect.  We give a big Thank You all of these Craftsmen, for they are saving what is our common precious tea culture: Tea + Fully-Handmade ZiSha Art and Craft.  Your support is critical to their livelihood and the existence of this craft for all of the tea fraternity.\u003cbr\u003eThank you Friends!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; 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Belgium🇧🇪!","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: rgb(0, 48, 120);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e《道•和 四方》\"Dao•He Si Fang ~ Tao•Peacefulness in Four Directions!\"\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003eBai Ma Zi Zi Ni 白麻子紫泥 is our family's very special clay, and we want you to notice that it is a type of Zi Ni, not Duan Ni.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eBai Ma Zi Zi Ni 白麻子紫泥 is different from Bai Ma Zi Duan Ni 白麻子段泥 (which needs to be fired at 1370degC).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: rgb(0, 48, 120);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: rgb(81, 1, 1);\"\u003eUnder the supervision of Cao An Xiang and Zhang Ke, this time, Craftsman Gao Xiang utilises our Cao Family's 4th Quarry Bai Ma Zi Zi Ni, in crafting this beautiful Tao He Si Fang!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: rgb(0, 48, 120);\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e* Dao•He Si Fang 《道•和 四方》*\u003cbr\u003eFired at 1250degC,\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260510_181912.jpg?v=1778438374\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe design hopes to inspire one's pursuit of The Tao of things, and as a personal deed to wish upon Peace in all directions for all sentient beings, as the Tea Master steeps tea.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003eBai Ma Zi Zi Ni is our very special clay!!!  It is a type of Zi Ni, not Duan Ni, and we fire it to 1250degC just as is eludicated here:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260502_013302.jpg?v=1777656843\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"在矿层中偶然出现, 含矿量极少。\u003cbr\u003e烧成后呈褐紫红色调, 胎质纯正温润, 表面黄白色的砂点颗粒丰富而自然, 色泽浑朴古雅。\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eIt appears rarely and occasionally in mineral layers, extremely low ore content (we need to sieve through it carefully and pick out the required ore!).\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eAfter firing, it exhibits a BROWNISH-PURPLISH-REDDISH hue, with a pure and WARM texture. The surface is rich in natural YELLOWISH-WHITE particles, giving it a rustic and elegant appearance.\"\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: rgb(0, 48, 120);\"\u003eOur Cao Family's 4th Quarry Bai Ma Zi Zi Ni fired at 1250degC:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: rgb(0, 48, 120);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260509_180609.jpg?v=1778438374\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260501_170922.jpg?v=1777667269\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260510_181832.jpg?v=1778438374\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLots of YELLOW-WHITE particles! as described.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260501_171504.jpg?v=1777667269\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePRESENTED PROUDLY HERE IN OUR LATEST PRODUCTION, AND COURTESY OF GAO XIANG'S HANDS:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e* Dao•He Si Fang 《道•和 四方》*\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260511_022951_1.jpg?v=1778438374\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260509_145315.jpg?v=1778438374\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260506_155546_1.jpg?v=1778089359\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: rgb(0, 48, 120);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eOur Cao Family's 4th Quarry Bai Ma Zi Zi Ni fired at 1250degC.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eGao Xiang is with you now, crafting beguiling and stunning handy-volumed Polygonal class works for all of you.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003eHim b\u003c\/span\u003eeing a very honest friend whom Zhang Huan, Zhu Shu and Yang Ping Ting respect a lot in their clay sculpting trainings several years ago, all of us managed to convince him, to join us in September 2025!  And yes here he is for all of you friends! \u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eWe are all very happy and over the moon!!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eGao Xiang, at age of 31 now, has been particularly fond of small Polygonal class works since fifteen years ago when he picked up and trained hard in Fully-Handmaking works!\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eHe receives of course, the nod of quality by Senior Consummate Master Yuan Hui!\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eAll of the Craftsmen now in the group too are very happy that from now on, they can all complement one another!\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eSmall (100-160ml) Polygonal works are his area of focus and forte, this being is his love which he does best in!\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eWe really hope all of you friends and ZiSha aficionados will agree with our team here that his works are amazing in craftsmanship and artistic direction under the auspices of Senior Consummate Master Yuan Hui!  All afforded at the most affordable price in the market, and of delicate savoir-faire and workmanship!  Very happy that he will now be here permanently with all of you!\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eA lot of hard work from all of us, and we will continue fighting very hard against all odds, for all of you. \u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eWe love our Fully-Handmade ZiSha Art and are very grateful and over the moon whenever each piece goes to your homes.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eWe passed Gao Xiang, our Cao Family’s 4th Quarry Bai Ma Zi Zi Ni that we mined from Huang Long Shan by decades ago.  We continue to support and cheer for dear Craftsman Gao Xiang and thank him for his years of dedication to ZiSha and his love of delicate Polygonal works!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260506_154803.jpg?v=1778089359\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260509_180442.jpg?v=1778438374\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260509_180212.jpg?v=1778438375\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260506_154533.jpg?v=1778089359\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260506_154553.jpg?v=1778089358\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260506_155844.jpg?v=1778089358\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260506_160149.jpg?v=1778089359\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260506_160142.jpg?v=1778089359\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(18, 2, 156); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eCraftsman Gao Xiang 高翔, presents here, the\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(18, 2, 156); text-decoration: underline;\" class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e《道和四方》\"Dao He Si Fang\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(18, 2, 156); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e, \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(90, 1, 1); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e4th Quarry Bai Ma Zi Zi Ni 四号井白麻子紫泥\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(2, 79, 22); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e~~~~~~~~~~\u003cbr\u003e45-degree 1mm-chamfering, A) At the rim of the opening, B) all around the Lid, C)at the handle, and D) at the lower edges of the body:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260510_181958.jpg?v=1778438374\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260510_182021.jpg?v=1778438374\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260510_182010.jpg?v=1778438374\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260510_182058.jpg?v=1778438375\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260510_182046.jpg?v=1778438375\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260510_182118.jpg?v=1778438374\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260509_180140.jpg?v=1778438374\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260509_180338.jpg?v=1778438373\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260509_180409.jpg?v=1778438374\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260510_182802.jpg?v=1778438375\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260510_182821.jpg?v=1778438374\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260510_182838.jpg?v=1778438375\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe carefully, deftly and diligently crafted hand-pushed in filter for amazing great pour from a small-volume ~155ml work!\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260511_003015.jpg?v=1778438373\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003eShrinkage of Fully-Handmade ZiSha work:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260511_002536.jpg?v=1778438374\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260511_002826.jpg?v=1778438374\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260511_002724.jpg?v=1778438374\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: rgb(125, 7, 7);\"\u003eWe wish all our dearest friends in you, to enjoy it, use it, savour it and feel the aura of our Chinese YiXing Art!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260510_182420.jpg?v=1778438375\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCraftsman Gao Xiang is NOW proudly one of us and he will be featuring consistently, with Zhang Huan, Zhu Shu, Yang Pin Ting, Gu Xiao Ming, Chen Fa Chu, et al.  \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #b70000;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eCraftsman Gao Xiang's works are highly scrutinised and praised too!by our Senior Masters, and deemed to be ready for you, delectable for your use and a long lasting permanent ZiSha work in your collection.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e~~~\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCherish it as they do not come easy, with the firing kiln enabling only a 60-70% success rate for this detailed Polygonal + coloured Clay embellishment sculpting Art, i.e. fire 3, and two or less will be successful.  This is SPECIALLY crafted for all of you friends at ~110ml to suit the gungfu solo steeping practice!  Still good for steeping for two people at a sitting!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHold one, hold up one, swing his work around.  Carefully examine his Fully-Handmade work.  Look at it from afar, from near, and it will grow on you.  The whole piece grow on you because 1) he takes reference from what the Senior Masters chose for him, 2) and he amazingly crafts them up EXACTLY as to what the Senior Masters want from him: extreme fine detailing with MUCH THOUGHT on each part, with MUCH TIME spent on every part, section.  Because this is what Fully-Handmade ZiSha Art should be, and HOW FULLY-HANDMADE ZISHA ART is so different from and light years ahead of the ubiquitous jigger-machined pots and half-handmade pots masquerading under the sales tagline of \"fully-handmade zisha\" pots.\u003c\/strong\u003e  These latter JM\/HHM pots are made in what we call 流水线 a.k.a. 'Factory-Line operation' whereby the main pot body after being jigger-machined or coming off from the mould, is passed to the next worker who fits on the spout, and subsequently this second worker will pass the pot on to another worker who will in turn fit on the handle.  Continuing so, the pressed lid is likewise passed to another worker who fit on the lid knob.  \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEACH WORKER has NO IDEA what the other one is doing,\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e and they are always working on fixed time lines stated by the boss.  For example, the worker being \"passed the baton\" a pot with the spout just fixed onto the body by his colleague, will only focus on fixing on the handle, \u003cstrong\u003ewith nil to little regard to WHETHER THE HANDLE fixed on will be cohesive with the spout.  Each worker has NO idea of HOW THE FINAL POT WILL LOOK LIKE.\u003c\/strong\u003e  Beyond poor craftsmanship and clay, the result of such processes are ugly pots with poor cohesiveness which experienced Artists, Craftsmen and collectors will tell from a metre away.  Experienced people in us, do not need to pick up a pot to check whether it is fully-handmade or made of zisha, we can tell from a metre away just by looking at the pot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e~~~~~~~~~~~~\u003cbr\u003eThe keywords are: Detailing and Cohesiveness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA GOOD Fully-Handmade ZiSha Work combines great detailing and cohesiveness.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e~~~\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 27, 174);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eExplained, https:\/\/www.realzisha.com\/blogs\/news\/actual-zisha-landscape-at-yixing , the Craftsman by selling his hard-worked ZiSha craft at $190-$240, $45-$65 goes to the cost of the craft, inclusive of the fees for the firing for the kiln operator (three times per pot), the packaging boxes, and between $32 to $52 for the clay (Zi Ni Di Cao Qing, Duan Ni and upwards) used per pot.\u003c\/span\u003e   Craftsman takes 3 days (fastest 2.5days) to craft a pot.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 27, 174);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIf he works 30 days a month without a single day of rest (no family time), he will craft 10-12 pots.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eIf he crafts for 25 days (five days of rest a month), his output will be 8-10 pots.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe success rate for Zi Ni (e.g. Di Cao Qing, Lao Zi Ni, Da Shui Tan etc) and Duan Ni (e.g. Jiang Po Ni, Qing Hui Duan, etc) is 70% on average.  Some times the whole batch of 10 may fail.  We have seen our Craftsmen suffer like this very often.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe success rate for Zhu Ni (e.g. Xiao Mei Yao Zhu Ni) pots is 60%, or 70% with most optimism and at the very, very best.  Unfortunately.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eAll of us at RealZiSha of course, hope for one another, professional colleagues and all, that all the pots will survive firing at the kiln successfully.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e[For ZiSha models\/designs that are very challenging and more complicated to craft, the time taken to craft will be longer, and the failure rate will be higher as well.  Zi Sha by its virtue, have the highest shrinkage rate of all ceramic clay.  Zi Ni and Duan Ni thus have that 70% success rate, while Zhu Ni has even higher shrinkage rate and thus even lower success rate (the lowest of all ceramic clay.)]\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOur Craftsmen are wholeheartedly committed to the cause of Fully-Handmade ZiSha Art and their strictness with their craft and dedication earn our respect.  We give a big Thank You all of these Craftsmen, for they are saving what is our common precious tea culture: Tea + Fully-Handmade ZiSha Art and Craft.  Your support is critical to their livelihood and the existence of this craft for all of the tea fraternity.\u003cbr\u003eThank you Friends!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; 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And Gao Xiang duly planned to clay sculpt in colour: the bloom of Magnolia (\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eYu Lan 玉兰花) flowers, in order to adorn this work!  Starting with a six-sided plan, Gao Xiang also wishes to manifest the beautiful roundedness of masterfully cut, shaped and polished Jade 玉 pieces!\u003cbr\u003eHence the name of this work that includes the Chinese character:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(127, 1, 1);\"\u003eYu 玉 ~ Jade\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Magnolia flowers are called Yu Lan Hua \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e玉兰花.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(121, 2, 2);\"\u003eYu\u003c\/span\u003e Yue \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(122, 1, 1);\"\u003e愉\u003c\/span\u003e悦 the two Chinese characters mean happiness!\u003cbr\u003eHence Gao Xiang names this joyful work:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(125, 3, 3);\"\u003e《玉悦六方》YU YUE Liu Fang!\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eDesigned and crafted to bring JOY to you during tea session!\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260513_182254_1.jpg?v=1778698515\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003eGao Xiang is with you now, crafting beguiling and stunning handy-volumed Polygonal class works for all of you.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003eHim b\u003c\/span\u003eeing a very honest friend whom Zhang Huan, Zhu Shu and Yang Ping Ting respect a lot in their clay sculpting trainings several years ago, all of us managed to convince him, to join us in September 2025!  And yes here he is for all of you friends! \u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eWe are all very happy and over the moon!!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eGao Xiang, at age of 31 now, has been particularly fond of small Polygonal class works since fifteen years ago when he picked up and trained hard in Fully-Handmaking works!\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eHe receives of course, the nod of quality by Senior Consummate Master Yuan Hui!\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eAll of the Craftsmen now in the group too are very happy that from now on, they can all complement one another!\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eSmall (100-160ml) Polygonal works are his area of focus and forte, this being is his love which he does best in!\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eWe really hope all of you friends and ZiSha aficionados will agree with our team here that his works are amazing in craftsmanship and artistic direction under the auspices of Senior Consummate Master Yuan Hui!  All afforded at the most affordable price in the market, and of delicate savoir-faire and workmanship!  Very happy that he will now be here permanently with all of you!\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eA lot of hard work from all of us, and we will continue fighting very hard against all odds, for all of you. \u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eWe love our Fully-Handmade ZiSha Art and are very grateful and over the moon whenever each piece goes to your homes.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eWe passed Gao Xiang, our Cao Family’s Tai Xi Duan Ni we mined from Huang Long Shan (Tai Xi Quarry\/Mine pit is one of the famous and favourite mine locations at Huang Long Shan), and we high-fire them to manifest this beautiful beige-yellow-light brown colour.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  Going\u003c\/span\u003e further, how can we not let Gao Xiang add his finishing work with his coloured clay sculpting!  Everything in, a stunning 150ml volume work to serve you for your entire lifetime.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eWe cheer for Craftsman Gao Xiang and thank him for his years of dedication to ZiSha and his love of delicate Polygonal works!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260513_182749_1.jpg?v=1778698515\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260513_182423.jpg?v=1778698515\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(18, 2, 156); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eCraftsman Gao Xiang 高翔, presents here, the\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\" style=\"color: rgb(18, 2, 156); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e《玉悦六方》\"Yu Yue Liu Fang\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(18, 2, 156); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e, \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(90, 1, 1); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eHigh-fired Tai Xi Duan Ni 台西段泥~高温烧\u003c\/span\u003e, with \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(2, 79, 22); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003ecoloured clay sculpting of a butterfly fluttering and the Magnolia flower in full bloom in the Spring ~彩色泥绘!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e~~~~~~~~~~~~~\u003cbr\u003eSavour BOTH of Craftsman's Gao Xiang's Pot Craftsmanship AND COLOURED Clay Sculpting 彩色泥绘!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260514_025709.jpg?v=1778698722\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260514_025713.jpg?v=1778698722\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260514_025725.jpg?v=1778698721\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260513_182659_1.jpg?v=1778698515\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260514_025747.jpg?v=1778698722\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260514_025751.jpg?v=1778698722\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260514_025755.jpg?v=1778698722\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260514_025805.jpg?v=1778698722\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260514_025808.jpg?v=1778698722\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260513_182715_1.jpg?v=1778698515\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eClay Sculpting with the applied embellishments, is challenging and raises the likelihood of failure at firing: through cracks at the thin ZiSha clay appliqué, which would be irreparable.  If the clay sculpting comes off, these are irreparable, and the whole pot has to be abandoned.  Zhu Shu needs to craft again.  Generally success rate is one in two.\u003cb\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eColor Clay Sculpting is more difficult and requires higher experience, as the colors pre-firing is different from the colors manifested post-firing, hence the Craftsman must be able to envision the final post-fired effect and color, as she applies fresh ZiSha paste during this Clay Sculpting process!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eHaving the skill of knowing what ZiSha paste to sculpt with is one thing, having the petals and all, having the 3-Dimensional Effect, varying thickness to beautifully bring up the aesthetic appreciation of the Orchids, is another forté which must be mastered together by Craftsman Zhu Shu.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e~~~~~~~~~~\u003cbr\u003e45-degree 1mm-chamfering, A) At the rim of the opening, B) all around the Lid, C)at the handle, and D) at the lower edges of the body:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260513_184654.jpg?v=1778698515\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260513_184708.jpg?v=1778698515\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260513_184724.jpg?v=1778698515\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260513_184759.jpg?v=1778698516\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260513_184736.jpg?v=1778698515\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260513_184746.jpg?v=1778698515\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260513_182418.jpg?v=1778698515\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260513_182432.jpg?v=1778698515\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260513_182339.jpg?v=1778698515\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260513_190059.jpg?v=1778698517\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260513_190016.jpg?v=1778698515\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260513_190027.jpg?v=1778698515\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe carefully, deftly and diligently crafted hand-pushed in filter for amazing great pour from a small-volume ~165ml work!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260514_003150.jpg?v=1778698515\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: rgb(0, 48, 120);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eOur Cao Family's Tai Xi Duan Ni, this time high-fired.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260428_183149.jpg?v=1777774733\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260428_183202.jpg?v=1777774733\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003eShrinkage of Fully-Handmade ZiSha work:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260514_002643.jpg?v=1778698515\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260514_002800.jpg?v=1778698515\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260514_002818.jpg?v=1778698515\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260514_002840.jpg?v=1778698515\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260514_002854.jpg?v=1778698515\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: rgb(0, 48, 120);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: rgb(0, 48, 120);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(87, 0, 0); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eZiSha Art is the most amazing carrier medium, housing various aspects of Chinese Cultural Arts!\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eHere in this Yu Yue Liu Fang by Craftsman Gao Xiang,you enjoy the embodiment of\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(23, 0, 113); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e1.  Fully-Handmade ZiSha Art and Craft 紫砂美术与工艺,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(23, 0, 113); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e2.  Painting 绘画,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(23, 0, 113); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e3.  Clay Sculpting 泥绘.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(87, 0, 0); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eHold, Use and Keep relishing the delightful aspects of our Chinese Culture in your daily life, in solitude, in practice, during hospitality to family and friends alike!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(87, 0, 0); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eSavour the journey, dearest Friends :-D\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260513_182649_1.jpg?v=1778698515\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: rgb(125, 7, 7);\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260513_190120.jpg?v=1778698515\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWe wish all our dearest friends in you, to enjoy it, use it, savour it and feel the aura of our Chinese YiXing Art!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e~~~~~~~~~~~~\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCraftsman Gao Xiang is NOW proudly one of us and he will be featuring consistently, with Zhang Huan, Zhu Shu, Yang Pin Ting, Gu Xiao Ming, Chen Fa Chu, et al.  \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #b70000;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eCraftsman Gao Xiang's works are highly scrutinised and praised too!by our Senior Masters, and deemed to be ready for you, delectable for your use and a long lasting permanent ZiSha work in your collection.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e~~~\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCherish it as they do not come easy, with the firing kiln enabling only a 60-70% success rate for this detailed Polygonal + coloured Clay embellishment sculpting Art, i.e. fire 3, and two or less will be successful.  This is SPECIALLY crafted for all of you friends at ~110ml to suit the gungfu solo steeping practice!  Still good for steeping for two people at a sitting!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHold one, hold up one, swing his work around.  Carefully examine his Fully-Handmade work.  Look at it from afar, from near, and it will grow on you.  The whole piece grow on you because 1) he takes reference from what the Senior Masters chose for him, 2) and he amazingly crafts them up EXACTLY as to what the Senior Masters want from him: extreme fine detailing with MUCH THOUGHT on each part, with MUCH TIME spent on every part, section.  Because this is what Fully-Handmade ZiSha Art should be, and HOW FULLY-HANDMADE ZISHA ART is so different from and light years ahead of the ubiquitous jigger-machined pots and half-handmade pots masquerading under the sales tagline of \"fully-handmade zisha\" pots.\u003c\/strong\u003e  These latter JM\/HHM pots are made in what we call 流水线 a.k.a. 'Factory-Line operation' whereby the main pot body after being jigger-machined or coming off from the mould, is passed to the next worker who fits on the spout, and subsequently this second worker will pass the pot on to another worker who will in turn fit on the handle.  Continuing so, the pressed lid is likewise passed to another worker who fit on the lid knob.  \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEACH WORKER has NO IDEA what the other one is doing,\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e and they are always working on fixed time lines stated by the boss.  For example, the worker being \"passed the baton\" a pot with the spout just fixed onto the body by his colleague, will only focus on fixing on the handle, \u003cstrong\u003ewith nil to little regard to WHETHER THE HANDLE fixed on will be cohesive with the spout.  Each worker has NO idea of HOW THE FINAL POT WILL LOOK LIKE.\u003c\/strong\u003e  Beyond poor craftsmanship and clay, the result of such processes are ugly pots with poor cohesiveness which experienced Artists, Craftsmen and collectors will tell from a metre away.  Experienced people in us, do not need to pick up a pot to check whether it is fully-handmade or made of zisha, we can tell from a metre away just by looking at the pot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e~~~~~~~~~~~~\u003cbr\u003eThe keywords are: Detailing and Cohesiveness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA GOOD Fully-Handmade ZiSha Work combines great detailing and cohesiveness.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e~~~\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 27, 174);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eExplained, https:\/\/www.realzisha.com\/blogs\/news\/actual-zisha-landscape-at-yixing , the Craftsman by selling his hard-worked ZiSha craft at $190-$240, $45-$65 goes to the cost of the craft, inclusive of the fees for the firing for the kiln operator (three times per pot), the packaging boxes, and between $32 to $52 for the clay (Zi Ni Di Cao Qing, Duan Ni and upwards) used per pot.\u003c\/span\u003e   Craftsman takes 3 days (fastest 2.5days) to craft a pot.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 27, 174);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIf he works 30 days a month without a single day of rest (no family time), he will craft 10-12 pots.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eIf he crafts for 25 days (five days of rest a month), his output will be 8-10 pots.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe success rate for Zi Ni (e.g. Di Cao Qing, Lao Zi Ni, Da Shui Tan etc) and Duan Ni (e.g. Jiang Po Ni, Qing Hui Duan, etc) is 70% on average.  Some times the whole batch of 10 may fail.  We have seen our Craftsmen suffer like this very often.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe success rate for Zhu Ni (e.g. Xiao Mei Yao Zhu Ni) pots is 60%, or 70% with most optimism and at the very, very best.  Unfortunately.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eAll of us at RealZiSha of course, hope for one another, professional colleagues and all, that all the pots will survive firing at the kiln successfully.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e[For ZiSha models\/designs that are very challenging and more complicated to craft, the time taken to craft will be longer, and the failure rate will be higher as well.  Zi Sha by its virtue, have the highest shrinkage rate of all ceramic clay.  Zi Ni and Duan Ni thus have that 70% success rate, while Zhu Ni has even higher shrinkage rate and thus even lower success rate (the lowest of all ceramic clay.)]\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOur Craftsmen are wholeheartedly committed to the cause of Fully-Handmade ZiSha Art and their strictness with their craft and dedication earn our respect.  We give a big Thank You all of these Craftsmen, for they are saving what is our common precious tea culture: Tea + Fully-Handmade ZiSha Art and Craft.  Your support is critical to their livelihood and the existence of this craft for all of the tea fraternity.\u003cbr\u003eThank you Friends!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; 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TX!","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: rgb(0, 48, 120);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e《道•和 四方》\"Dao•He Si Fang ~ Tao•Peacefulness in Four Directions!\"\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003eBai Ma Zi Zi Ni 白麻子紫泥 is our family's very special clay, and we want you to notice that it is a type of Zi Ni, not Duan Ni.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eBai Ma Zi Zi Ni 白麻子紫泥 is different from Bai Ma Zi Duan Ni 白麻子段泥 (which needs to be fired at 1370degC).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: rgb(0, 48, 120);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: rgb(81, 1, 1);\"\u003eUnder the supervision of Cao An Xiang and Zhang Ke, this time, Craftsman Gao Xiang utilises our Cao Family's 4th Quarry Bai Ma Zi Zi Ni, in crafting this beautiful Tao He Si Fang!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: rgb(0, 48, 120);\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e* Dao•He Si Fang 《道•和 四方》*\u003cbr\u003eFired at 1250degC,\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260512_154014.jpg?v=1778613497\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe design hopes to inspire one's pursuit of The Tao of things, and as a personal deed to wish upon Peace in all directions for all sentient beings, as the Tea Master steeps tea.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003eBai Ma Zi Zi Ni is our very special clay!!!  It is a type of Zi Ni, not Duan Ni, and we fire it to 1250degC just as is eludicated here:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260502_013302.jpg?v=1777656843\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"在矿层中偶然出现, 含矿量极少。\u003cbr\u003e烧成后呈褐紫红色调, 胎质纯正温润, 表面黄白色的砂点颗粒丰富而自然, 色泽浑朴古雅。\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eIt appears rarely and occasionally in mineral layers, extremely low ore content (we need to sieve through it carefully and pick out the required ore!).\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eAfter firing, it exhibits a BROWNISH-PURPLISH-REDDISH hue, with a pure and WARM texture. The surface is rich in natural YELLOWISH-WHITE particles, giving it a rustic and elegant appearance.\"\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: rgb(0, 48, 120);\"\u003eOur Cao Family's 4th Quarry Bai Ma Zi Zi Ni fired at 1250degC:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: rgb(0, 48, 120);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260512_213052.jpg?v=1778613497\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260512_213124.jpg?v=1778613496\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260512_153434.jpg?v=1778613496\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLots of YELLOW-WHITE particles! as described.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260512_213919.jpg?v=1778613497\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePRESENTED PROUDLY HERE IN OUR LATEST PRODUCTION, AND COURTESY OF GAO XIANG'S HANDS:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e* Dao•He Si Fang 《道•和 四方》*\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260512_154158_1.jpg?v=1778613497\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260512_154025_1.jpg?v=1778613497\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260512_154117_1.jpg?v=1778613497\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: rgb(0, 48, 120);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eOur Cao Family's 4th Quarry Bai Ma Zi Zi Ni fired at 1250degC.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eGao Xiang is with you now, crafting beguiling and stunning handy-volumed Polygonal class works for all of you.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003eHim b\u003c\/span\u003eeing a very honest friend whom Zhang Huan, Zhu Shu and Yang Ping Ting respect a lot in their clay sculpting trainings several years ago, all of us managed to convince him, to join us in September 2025!  And yes here he is for all of you friends! \u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eWe are all very happy and over the moon!!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eGao Xiang, at age of 31 now, has been particularly fond of small Polygonal class works since fifteen years ago when he picked up and trained hard in Fully-Handmaking works!\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eHe receives of course, the nod of quality by Senior Consummate Master Yuan Hui!\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eAll of the Craftsmen now in the group too are very happy that from now on, they can all complement one another!\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eSmall (100-160ml) Polygonal works are his area of focus and forte, this being is his love which he does best in!\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eWe really hope all of you friends and ZiSha aficionados will agree with our team here that his works are amazing in craftsmanship and artistic direction under the auspices of Senior Consummate Master Yuan Hui!  All afforded at the most affordable price in the market, and of delicate savoir-faire and workmanship!  Very happy that he will now be here permanently with all of you!\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eA lot of hard work from all of us, and we will continue fighting very hard against all odds, for all of you. \u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eWe love our Fully-Handmade ZiSha Art and are very grateful and over the moon whenever each piece goes to your homes.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eWe passed Gao Xiang, our Cao Family’s 4th Quarry Bai Ma Zi Zi Ni that we mined from Huang Long Shan by decades ago.  We continue to support and cheer for dear Craftsman Gao Xiang and thank him for his years of dedication to ZiSha and his love of delicate Polygonal works!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260512_212911.jpg?v=1778613496\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260512_212934.jpg?v=1778613496\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260512_213331.jpg?v=1778613496\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260512_213414.jpg?v=1778613496\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260512_213631.jpg?v=1778613497\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260512_214737.jpg?v=1778613498\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260512_214730.jpg?v=1778613497\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(18, 2, 156); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eCraftsman Gao Xiang 高翔, presents here, the\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(18, 2, 156); text-decoration: underline;\" class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e《道和四方》\"Dao He Si Fang\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(18, 2, 156); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e, \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(90, 1, 1); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e4th Quarry Bai Ma Zi Zi Ni 四号井白麻子紫泥\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(2, 79, 22); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e~~~~~~~~~~\u003cbr\u003e45-degree 1mm-chamfering, A) At the rim of the opening, B) all around the Lid, C)at the handle, and D) at the lower edges of the body:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260512_213739.jpg?v=1778613497\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260512_213753.jpg?v=1778613496\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260512_213757.jpg?v=1778613496\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260512_213804.jpg?v=1778613497\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260512_213919.jpg?v=1778613497\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260512_213914.jpg?v=1778613497\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260512_213900.jpg?v=1778613496\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260512_212626.jpg?v=1778613496\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260512_212703.jpg?v=1778613496\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260512_212812.jpg?v=1778613496\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260512_212818.jpg?v=1778613496\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260512_212849.jpg?v=1778613497\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260512_214603.jpg?v=1778613497\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260512_214615.jpg?v=1778613496\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe carefully, deftly and diligently crafted hand-pushed in filter for amazing great pour from a small-volume ~155ml work!\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260513_014118.jpg?v=1778613497\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003eShrinkage of Fully-Handmade ZiSha work:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260513_013512.jpg?v=1778613496\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260513_013751.jpg?v=1778613496\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260513_013850_0.jpg?v=1778613497\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260513_014029.jpg?v=1778613497\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: rgb(125, 7, 7);\"\u003eWe wish all our dearest friends in you, to enjoy it, use it, savour it and feel the aura of our Chinese YiXing Art!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260512_213701.jpg?v=1778613497\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCraftsman Gao Xiang is NOW proudly one of us and he will be featuring consistently, with Zhang Huan, Zhu Shu, Yang Pin Ting, Gu Xiao Ming, Chen Fa Chu, et al.  \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #b70000;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eCraftsman Gao Xiang's works are highly scrutinised and praised too!by our Senior Masters, and deemed to be ready for you, delectable for your use and a long lasting permanent ZiSha work in your collection.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e~~~\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCherish it as they do not come easy, with the firing kiln enabling only a 60-70% success rate for this detailed Polygonal + coloured Clay embellishment sculpting Art, i.e. fire 3, and two or less will be successful.  This is SPECIALLY crafted for all of you friends at ~110ml to suit the gungfu solo steeping practice!  Still good for steeping for two people at a sitting!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHold one, hold up one, swing his work around.  Carefully examine his Fully-Handmade work.  Look at it from afar, from near, and it will grow on you.  The whole piece grow on you because 1) he takes reference from what the Senior Masters chose for him, 2) and he amazingly crafts them up EXACTLY as to what the Senior Masters want from him: extreme fine detailing with MUCH THOUGHT on each part, with MUCH TIME spent on every part, section.  Because this is what Fully-Handmade ZiSha Art should be, and HOW FULLY-HANDMADE ZISHA ART is so different from and light years ahead of the ubiquitous jigger-machined pots and half-handmade pots masquerading under the sales tagline of \"fully-handmade zisha\" pots.\u003c\/strong\u003e  These latter JM\/HHM pots are made in what we call 流水线 a.k.a. 'Factory-Line operation' whereby the main pot body after being jigger-machined or coming off from the mould, is passed to the next worker who fits on the spout, and subsequently this second worker will pass the pot on to another worker who will in turn fit on the handle.  Continuing so, the pressed lid is likewise passed to another worker who fit on the lid knob.  \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEACH WORKER has NO IDEA what the other one is doing,\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e and they are always working on fixed time lines stated by the boss.  For example, the worker being \"passed the baton\" a pot with the spout just fixed onto the body by his colleague, will only focus on fixing on the handle, \u003cstrong\u003ewith nil to little regard to WHETHER THE HANDLE fixed on will be cohesive with the spout.  Each worker has NO idea of HOW THE FINAL POT WILL LOOK LIKE.\u003c\/strong\u003e  Beyond poor craftsmanship and clay, the result of such processes are ugly pots with poor cohesiveness which experienced Artists, Craftsmen and collectors will tell from a metre away.  Experienced people in us, do not need to pick up a pot to check whether it is fully-handmade or made of zisha, we can tell from a metre away just by looking at the pot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e~~~~~~~~~~~~\u003cbr\u003eThe keywords are: Detailing and Cohesiveness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA GOOD Fully-Handmade ZiSha Work combines great detailing and cohesiveness.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e~~~\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 27, 174);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eExplained, https:\/\/www.realzisha.com\/blogs\/news\/actual-zisha-landscape-at-yixing , the Craftsman by selling his hard-worked ZiSha craft at $190-$240, $45-$65 goes to the cost of the craft, inclusive of the fees for the firing for the kiln operator (three times per pot), the packaging boxes, and between $32 to $52 for the clay (Zi Ni Di Cao Qing, Duan Ni and upwards) used per pot.\u003c\/span\u003e   Craftsman takes 3 days (fastest 2.5days) to craft a pot.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 27, 174);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIf he works 30 days a month without a single day of rest (no family time), he will craft 10-12 pots.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eIf he crafts for 25 days (five days of rest a month), his output will be 8-10 pots.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe success rate for Zi Ni (e.g. Di Cao Qing, Lao Zi Ni, Da Shui Tan etc) and Duan Ni (e.g. Jiang Po Ni, Qing Hui Duan, etc) is 70% on average.  Some times the whole batch of 10 may fail.  We have seen our Craftsmen suffer like this very often.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe success rate for Zhu Ni (e.g. Xiao Mei Yao Zhu Ni) pots is 60%, or 70% with most optimism and at the very, very best.  Unfortunately.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eAll of us at RealZiSha of course, hope for one another, professional colleagues and all, that all the pots will survive firing at the kiln successfully.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e[For ZiSha models\/designs that are very challenging and more complicated to craft, the time taken to craft will be longer, and the failure rate will be higher as well.  Zi Sha by its virtue, have the highest shrinkage rate of all ceramic clay.  Zi Ni and Duan Ni thus have that 70% success rate, while Zhu Ni has even higher shrinkage rate and thus even lower success rate (the lowest of all ceramic clay.)]\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOur Craftsmen are wholeheartedly committed to the cause of Fully-Handmade ZiSha Art and their strictness with their craft and dedication earn our respect.  We give a big Thank You all of these Craftsmen, for they are saving what is our common precious tea culture: Tea + Fully-Handmade ZiSha Art and Craft.  Your support is critical to their livelihood and the existence of this craft for all of the tea fraternity.\u003cbr\u003eThank you Friends!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; 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DE!","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: rgb(0, 48, 120);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e《道•和 四方》\"Dao•He Si Fang ~ Tao•Peacefulness in Four Directions!\"\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003eBai Ma Zi Zi Ni 白麻子紫泥 is our family's very special clay, and we want you to notice that it is a type of Zi Ni, not Duan Ni.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eBai Ma Zi Zi Ni 白麻子紫泥 is different from Bai Ma Zi Duan Ni 白麻子段泥 (which needs to be fired at 1370degC).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260514_151544.jpg?v=1778957185\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: rgb(0, 48, 120);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: rgb(81, 1, 1);\"\u003eUnder the supervision of Cao An Xiang and Zhang Ke, this time, Craftsman Gao Xiang utilises our Cao Family's 4th Quarry Bai Ma Zi Zi Ni, in crafting this beautiful Tao He Si Fang!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: rgb(0, 48, 120);\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e* Dao•He Si Fang 《道•和 四方》*\u003cbr\u003eFired at 1250degC,\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260514_152041.jpg?v=1778957185\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260514_152411.jpg?v=1778957185\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe design hopes to inspire one's pursuit of The Tao of things, and as a personal deed to wish upon Peace in all directions for all sentient beings, as the Tea Master steeps tea.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003eBai Ma Zi Zi Ni is our very special clay!!!  It is a type of Zi Ni, not Duan Ni, and we fire it to 1250degC just as is eludicated here:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260502_013302.jpg?v=1777656843\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"在矿层中偶然出现, 含矿量极少。\u003cbr\u003e烧成后呈褐紫红色调, 胎质纯正温润, 表面黄白色的砂点颗粒丰富而自然, 色泽浑朴古雅。\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eIt appears rarely and occasionally in mineral layers, extremely low ore content (we need to sieve through it carefully and pick out the required ore!).\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eAfter firing, it exhibits a BROWNISH-PURPLISH-REDDISH hue, with a pure and WARM texture. The surface is rich in natural YELLOWISH-WHITE particles, giving it a rustic and elegant appearance.\"\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: rgb(0, 48, 120);\"\u003eOur Cao Family's 4th Quarry Bai Ma Zi Zi Ni fired at 1250degC:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: rgb(0, 48, 120);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260516_181901.jpg?v=1778957186\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260516_181957.jpg?v=1778957186\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLots of YELLOW-WHITE particles! as described.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260516_182104.jpg?v=1778957185\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePRESENTED PROUDLY HERE IN OUR LATEST PRODUCTION, AND COURTESY OF GAO XIANG'S HANDS:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e* Dao•He Si Fang 《道•和 四方》*\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260514_151948_1.jpg?v=1778957185\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260514_151736.jpg?v=1778957185\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260514_151823.jpg?v=1778957187\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: rgb(0, 48, 120);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eOur Cao Family's 4th Quarry Bai Ma Zi Zi Ni fired at 1250degC.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eGao Xiang is with you now, crafting beguiling and stunning handy-volumed Polygonal class works for all of you.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003eHim b\u003c\/span\u003eeing a very honest friend whom Zhang Huan, Zhu Shu and Yang Ping Ting respect a lot in their clay sculpting trainings several years ago, all of us managed to convince him, to join us in September 2025!  And yes here he is for all of you friends! \u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eWe are all very happy and over the moon!!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eGao Xiang, at age of 31 now, has been particularly fond of small Polygonal class works since fifteen years ago when he picked up and trained hard in Fully-Handmaking works!\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eHe receives of course, the nod of quality by Senior Consummate Master Yuan Hui!\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eAll of the Craftsmen now in the group too are very happy that from now on, they can all complement one another!\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eSmall (100-160ml) Polygonal works are his area of focus and forte, this being is his love which he does best in!\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eWe really hope all of you friends and ZiSha aficionados will agree with our team here that his works are amazing in craftsmanship and artistic direction under the auspices of Senior Consummate Master Yuan Hui!  All afforded at the most affordable price in the market, and of delicate savoir-faire and workmanship!  Very happy that he will now be here permanently with all of you!\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eA lot of hard work from all of us, and we will continue fighting very hard against all odds, for all of you. \u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eWe love our Fully-Handmade ZiSha Art and are very grateful and over the moon whenever each piece goes to your homes.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eWe passed Gao Xiang, our Cao Family’s 4th Quarry Bai Ma Zi Zi Ni that we mined from Huang Long Shan by decades ago.  We continue to support and cheer for dear Craftsman Gao Xiang and thank him for his years of dedication to ZiSha and his love of delicate Polygonal works!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260516_181843.jpg?v=1778957185\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260516_181851.jpg?v=1778957185\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260516_182208.jpg?v=1778957185\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260516_182240.jpg?v=1778957185\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260516_182350.jpg?v=1778957185\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260516_182809.jpg?v=1778957186\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260516_182802.jpg?v=1778957185\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(18, 2, 156); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eCraftsman Gao Xiang 高翔, presents here, the\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(18, 2, 156); text-decoration: underline;\" class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e《道和四方》\"Dao He Si Fang\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(18, 2, 156); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e, \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(90, 1, 1); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e4th Quarry Bai Ma Zi Zi Ni 四号井白麻子紫泥\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(2, 79, 22); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e~~~~~~~~~~\u003cbr\u003e45-degree 1mm-chamfering, A) At the rim of the opening, B) all around the Lid, C)at the handle, and D) at the lower edges of the body:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260516_182021.jpg?v=1778957185\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260516_182035.jpg?v=1778957185\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260516_182040.jpg?v=1778957185\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260516_182050.jpg?v=1778957185\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260516_182025.jpg?v=1778957185\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260516_182104.jpg?v=1778957185\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260516_182124.jpg?v=1778957185\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260516_182135.jpg?v=1778957185\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260516_182533.jpg?v=1778957188\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260516_182559.jpg?v=1778957189\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260516_182607.jpg?v=1778957185\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260516_182618.jpg?v=1778957185\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260516_181659.jpg?v=1778957185\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260516_181744.jpg?v=1778957185\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260516_181800.jpg?v=1778957185\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260516_182834.jpg?v=1778957185\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260516_182838.jpg?v=1778957185\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260516_182844.jpg?v=1778957185\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe carefully, deftly and diligently crafted hand-pushed in filter for amazing great pour from a small-volume ~155ml work!\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260517_013721.jpg?v=1778957185\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003eShrinkage of Fully-Handmade ZiSha work:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260517_013447.jpg?v=1778957185\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260517_013502.jpg?v=1778957186\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260517_013553.jpg?v=1778957185\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260517_013605.jpg?v=1778957186\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260517_013618.jpg?v=1778957185\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260517_013700.jpg?v=1778957185\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: rgb(125, 7, 7);\"\u003eWe wish all our dearest friends in you, to enjoy it, use it, savour it and feel the aura of our Chinese YiXing Art!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260516_182451.jpg?v=1778957185\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCraftsman Gao Xiang is NOW proudly one of us and he will be featuring consistently, with Zhang Huan, Zhu Shu, Yang Pin Ting, Gu Xiao Ming, Chen Fa Chu, et al.  \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #b70000;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eCraftsman Gao Xiang's works are highly scrutinised and praised too!by our Senior Masters, and deemed to be ready for you, delectable for your use and a long lasting permanent ZiSha work in your collection.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e~~~\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCherish it as they do not come easy, with the firing kiln enabling only a 60-70% success rate for this detailed Polygonal + coloured Clay embellishment sculpting Art, i.e. fire 3, and two or less will be successful.  This is SPECIALLY crafted for all of you friends at ~110ml to suit the gungfu solo steeping practice!  Still good for steeping for two people at a sitting!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHold one, hold up one, swing his work around.  Carefully examine his Fully-Handmade work.  Look at it from afar, from near, and it will grow on you.  The whole piece grow on you because 1) he takes reference from what the Senior Masters chose for him, 2) and he amazingly crafts them up EXACTLY as to what the Senior Masters want from him: extreme fine detailing with MUCH THOUGHT on each part, with MUCH TIME spent on every part, section.  Because this is what Fully-Handmade ZiSha Art should be, and HOW FULLY-HANDMADE ZISHA ART is so different from and light years ahead of the ubiquitous jigger-machined pots and half-handmade pots masquerading under the sales tagline of \"fully-handmade zisha\" pots.\u003c\/strong\u003e  These latter JM\/HHM pots are made in what we call 流水线 a.k.a. 'Factory-Line operation' whereby the main pot body after being jigger-machined or coming off from the mould, is passed to the next worker who fits on the spout, and subsequently this second worker will pass the pot on to another worker who will in turn fit on the handle.  Continuing so, the pressed lid is likewise passed to another worker who fit on the lid knob.  \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEACH WORKER has NO IDEA what the other one is doing,\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e and they are always working on fixed time lines stated by the boss.  For example, the worker being \"passed the baton\" a pot with the spout just fixed onto the body by his colleague, will only focus on fixing on the handle, \u003cstrong\u003ewith nil to little regard to WHETHER THE HANDLE fixed on will be cohesive with the spout.  Each worker has NO idea of HOW THE FINAL POT WILL LOOK LIKE.\u003c\/strong\u003e  Beyond poor craftsmanship and clay, the result of such processes are ugly pots with poor cohesiveness which experienced Artists, Craftsmen and collectors will tell from a metre away.  Experienced people in us, do not need to pick up a pot to check whether it is fully-handmade or made of zisha, we can tell from a metre away just by looking at the pot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e~~~~~~~~~~~~\u003cbr\u003eThe keywords are: Detailing and Cohesiveness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA GOOD Fully-Handmade ZiSha Work combines great detailing and cohesiveness.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e~~~\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 27, 174);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eExplained, https:\/\/www.realzisha.com\/blogs\/news\/actual-zisha-landscape-at-yixing , the Craftsman by selling his hard-worked ZiSha craft at $190-$240, $45-$65 goes to the cost of the craft, inclusive of the fees for the firing for the kiln operator (three times per pot), the packaging boxes, and between $32 to $52 for the clay (Zi Ni Di Cao Qing, Duan Ni and upwards) used per pot.\u003c\/span\u003e   Craftsman takes 3 days (fastest 2.5days) to craft a pot.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 27, 174);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIf he works 30 days a month without a single day of rest (no family time), he will craft 10-12 pots.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eIf he crafts for 25 days (five days of rest a month), his output will be 8-10 pots.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe success rate for Zi Ni (e.g. Di Cao Qing, Lao Zi Ni, Da Shui Tan etc) and Duan Ni (e.g. Jiang Po Ni, Qing Hui Duan, etc) is 70% on average.  Some times the whole batch of 10 may fail.  We have seen our Craftsmen suffer like this very often.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe success rate for Zhu Ni (e.g. Xiao Mei Yao Zhu Ni) pots is 60%, or 70% with most optimism and at the very, very best.  Unfortunately.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eAll of us at RealZiSha of course, hope for one another, professional colleagues and all, that all the pots will survive firing at the kiln successfully.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e[For ZiSha models\/designs that are very challenging and more complicated to craft, the time taken to craft will be longer, and the failure rate will be higher as well.  Zi Sha by its virtue, have the highest shrinkage rate of all ceramic clay.  Zi Ni and Duan Ni thus have that 70% success rate, while Zhu Ni has even higher shrinkage rate and thus even lower success rate (the lowest of all ceramic clay.)]\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOur Craftsmen are wholeheartedly committed to the cause of Fully-Handmade ZiSha Art and their strictness with their craft and dedication earn our respect.  We give a big Thank You all of these Craftsmen, for they are saving what is our common precious tea culture: Tea + Fully-Handmade ZiSha Art and Craft.  Your support is critical to their livelihood and the existence of this craft for all of the tea fraternity.\u003cbr\u003eThank you Friends!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; 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CA!","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: rgb(0, 48, 120);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e《玉悦六方》\"Yu Yue Liu Fang ~ Joyfulness Six-Sided\"!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260516_175304.jpg?v=1778960370\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260516_175747_5064b801-27b3-4888-857b-a48df98d9db7.jpg?v=1778960375\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260516_175822.jpg?v=1778960370\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: rgb(0, 48, 120);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003ePresenting here, proudly to all of you, by Craftsman Gao Xiang:\u003cbr\u003eHis Yu Yue Liu Fang!\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003cbr\u003eThe backstory of this creation of Gao Xiang.\u003cbr\u003eGao Xiang single-mindedly wants to create a work, which is able to exemplify, emanate and gift the joy of tea to the owner and guests!\u003cbr\u003eThe Joy of Spring comes to mind! And Gao Xiang duly planned to clay sculpt in colour: the bloom of Magnolia (\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eYu Lan 玉兰花) flowers, in order to adorn this work!  Starting with a six-sided plan, Gao Xiang also wishes to manifest the beautiful roundedness of masterfully cut, shaped and polished Jade 玉 pieces!\u003cbr\u003eHence the name of this work that includes the Chinese character:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(127, 1, 1);\"\u003eYu 玉 ~ Jade\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Magnolia flowers are called Yu Lan Hua \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e玉兰花.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(121, 2, 2);\"\u003eYu\u003c\/span\u003e Yue \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(122, 1, 1);\"\u003e愉\u003c\/span\u003e悦 the two Chinese characters mean happiness!\u003cbr\u003eHence Gao Xiang names this joyful work:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(125, 3, 3);\"\u003e《玉悦六方》YU YUE Liu Fang!\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eDesigned and crafted to bring JOY to you during tea session!\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260516_174703_1.jpg?v=1778960433\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003eGao Xiang is with you now, crafting beguiling and stunning handy-volumed Polygonal class works for all of you.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003eHim b\u003c\/span\u003eeing a very honest friend whom Zhang Huan, Zhu Shu and Yang Ping Ting respect a lot in their clay sculpting trainings several years ago, all of us managed to convince him, to join us in September 2025!  And yes here he is for all of you friends! \u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eWe are all very happy and over the moon!!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eGao Xiang, at age of 31 now, has been particularly fond of small Polygonal class works since fifteen years ago when he picked up and trained hard in Fully-Handmaking works!\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eHe receives of course, the nod of quality by Senior Consummate Master Yuan Hui!\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eAll of the Craftsmen now in the group too are very happy that from now on, they can all complement one another!\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eSmall (100-160ml) Polygonal works are his area of focus and forte, this being is his love which he does best in!\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eWe really hope all of you friends and ZiSha aficionados will agree with our team here that his works are amazing in craftsmanship and artistic direction under the auspices of Senior Consummate Master Yuan Hui!  All afforded at the most affordable price in the market, and of delicate savoir-faire and workmanship!  Very happy that he will now be here permanently with all of you!\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eA lot of hard work from all of us, and we will continue fighting very hard against all odds, for all of you. \u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eWe love our Fully-Handmade ZiSha Art and are very grateful and over the moon whenever each piece goes to your homes.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eWe passed Gao Xiang, our Cao Family’s Tai Xi Duan Ni we mined from Huang Long Shan (Tai Xi Quarry\/Mine pit is one of the famous and favourite mine locations at Huang Long Shan), and we high-fire them to manifest this beautiful beige-yellow-light brown colour.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  Going\u003c\/span\u003e further, how can we not let Gao Xiang add his finishing work with his coloured clay sculpting!  Everything in, a stunning 150ml volume work to serve you for your entire lifetime.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eWe cheer for Craftsman Gao Xiang and thank him for his years of dedication to ZiSha and his love of delicate Polygonal works!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260516_175408_1.jpg?v=1778960378\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260516_180709.jpg?v=1778960374\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(18, 2, 156); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eCraftsman Gao Xiang 高翔, presents here, the\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(18, 2, 156); text-decoration: underline;\" class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e《玉悦六方》\"Yu Yue Liu Fang\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(18, 2, 156); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e, \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(90, 1, 1); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eHigh-fired Tai Xi Duan Ni 台西段泥~高温烧\u003c\/span\u003e, with \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(2, 79, 22); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003ecoloured clay sculpting of a butterfly fluttering and the Magnolia flower in full bloom in the Spring ~彩色泥绘!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e~~~~~~~~~~~~~\u003cbr\u003eSavour BOTH of Craftsman's Gao Xiang's Pot Craftsmanship AND COLOURED Clay Sculpting 彩色泥绘!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260516_180845_8781b1a2-c271-47ae-9fbf-47988a0afe31.jpg?v=1778960391\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260516_180851.jpg?v=1778960376\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260516_180857.jpg?v=1778960370\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260516_180905_7d4a60ff-595c-45d7-9691-a9cc8119671c.jpg?v=1778960374\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260516_180908.jpg?v=1778960370\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260516_180915.jpg?v=1778960370\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260516_175334_1.jpg?v=1778960374\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260516_180920.jpg?v=1778960372\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260516_180927.jpg?v=1778960371\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260516_180931.jpg?v=1778960375\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260516_175408_1.jpg?v=1778960378\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eClay Sculpting with the applied embellishments, is challenging and raises the likelihood of failure at firing: through cracks at the thin ZiSha clay appliqué, which would be irreparable.  If the clay sculpting comes off, these are irreparable, and the whole pot has to be abandoned.  Zhu Shu needs to craft again.  Generally success rate is one in two.\u003cb\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eColor Clay Sculpting is more difficult and requires higher experience, as the colors pre-firing is different from the colors manifested post-firing, hence the Craftsman must be able to envision the final post-fired effect and color, as she applies fresh ZiSha paste during this Clay Sculpting process!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eHaving the skill of knowing what ZiSha paste to sculpt with is one thing, having the petals and all, having the 3-Dimensional Effect, varying thickness to beautifully bring up the aesthetic appreciation of the Orchids, is another forté which must be mastered together by Craftsman Zhu Shu.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e~~~~~~~~~~\u003cbr\u003e45-degree 1mm-chamfering, A) At the rim of the opening, B) all around the Lid, C)at the handle, and D) at the lower edges of the body:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260516_181353.jpg?v=1778960376\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260516_181422.jpg?v=1778960381\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260516_181431.jpg?v=1778960374\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260516_181431.jpg?v=1778960374\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260516_181356.jpg?v=1778960370\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260516_181455_f2d87fb9-46be-40ff-a391-63ed0d41af48.jpg?v=1778960375\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260516_181450.jpg?v=1778960373\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260516_181443_92f63bdb-0ae7-4ee0-a517-86c58e4d3903.jpg?v=1778960373\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260516_180717_75b8ed45-c85f-45c7-a4fa-9ca6259f9d55.jpg?v=1778960373\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260516_180640.jpg?v=1778960371\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260516_181228.jpg?v=1778960372\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260516_181320.jpg?v=1778960371\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260516_181324.jpg?v=1778960372\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260516_181331.jpg?v=1778960372\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe carefully, deftly and diligently crafted hand-pushed in filter for amazing great pour from a small-volume ~165ml work!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260517_014811.jpg?v=1778960371\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: rgb(0, 48, 120);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eOur Cao Family's Tai Xi Duan Ni, this time high-fired.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260516_180752.jpg?v=1778960370\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260516_180814.jpg?v=1778960370\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003eShrinkage of Fully-Handmade ZiSha work:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260517_014401.jpg?v=1778960373\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260517_014422.jpg?v=1778960373\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260517_014434.jpg?v=1778960372\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260517_014553.jpg?v=1778960372\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260517_014604.jpg?v=1778960370\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260517_014612_cbb940a7-7c4e-4009-9bc6-a925e8ba5807.jpg?v=1778960374\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: rgb(0, 48, 120);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: rgb(0, 48, 120);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(87, 0, 0); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eZiSha Art is the most amazing carrier medium, housing various aspects of Chinese Cultural Arts!\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eHere in this Yu Yue Liu Fang by Craftsman Gao Xiang,you enjoy the embodiment of\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(23, 0, 113); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e1.  Fully-Handmade ZiSha Art and Craft 紫砂美术与工艺,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(23, 0, 113); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e2.  Painting 绘画,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(23, 0, 113); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e3.  Clay Sculpting 泥绘.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(87, 0, 0); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eHold, Use and Keep relishing the delightful aspects of our Chinese Culture in your daily life, in solitude, in practice, during hospitality to family and friends alike!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(87, 0, 0); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eSavour the journey, dearest Friends :-D\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: rgb(125, 7, 7);\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260516_175314_1.jpg?v=1778960373\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260516_181252.jpg?v=1778960439\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWe wish all our dearest friends in you, to enjoy it, use it, savour it and feel the aura of our Chinese YiXing Art!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e~~~~~~~~~~~~\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCraftsman Gao Xiang is NOW proudly one of us and he will be featuring consistently, with Zhang Huan, Zhu Shu, Yang Pin Ting, Gu Xiao Ming, Chen Fa Chu, et al.  \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #b70000;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eCraftsman Gao Xiang's works are highly scrutinised and praised too!by our Senior Masters, and deemed to be ready for you, delectable for your use and a long lasting permanent ZiSha work in your collection.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e~~~\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCherish it as they do not come easy, with the firing kiln enabling only a 60-70% success rate for this detailed Polygonal + coloured Clay embellishment sculpting Art, i.e. fire 3, and two or less will be successful.  This is SPECIALLY crafted for all of you friends at ~110ml to suit the gungfu solo steeping practice!  Still good for steeping for two people at a sitting!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHold one, hold up one, swing his work around.  Carefully examine his Fully-Handmade work.  Look at it from afar, from near, and it will grow on you.  The whole piece grow on you because 1) he takes reference from what the Senior Masters chose for him, 2) and he amazingly crafts them up EXACTLY as to what the Senior Masters want from him: extreme fine detailing with MUCH THOUGHT on each part, with MUCH TIME spent on every part, section.  Because this is what Fully-Handmade ZiSha Art should be, and HOW FULLY-HANDMADE ZISHA ART is so different from and light years ahead of the ubiquitous jigger-machined pots and half-handmade pots masquerading under the sales tagline of \"fully-handmade zisha\" pots.\u003c\/strong\u003e  These latter JM\/HHM pots are made in what we call 流水线 a.k.a. 'Factory-Line operation' whereby the main pot body after being jigger-machined or coming off from the mould, is passed to the next worker who fits on the spout, and subsequently this second worker will pass the pot on to another worker who will in turn fit on the handle.  Continuing so, the pressed lid is likewise passed to another worker who fit on the lid knob.  \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEACH WORKER has NO IDEA what the other one is doing,\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e and they are always working on fixed time lines stated by the boss.  For example, the worker being \"passed the baton\" a pot with the spout just fixed onto the body by his colleague, will only focus on fixing on the handle, \u003cstrong\u003ewith nil to little regard to WHETHER THE HANDLE fixed on will be cohesive with the spout.  Each worker has NO idea of HOW THE FINAL POT WILL LOOK LIKE.\u003c\/strong\u003e  Beyond poor craftsmanship and clay, the result of such processes are ugly pots with poor cohesiveness which experienced Artists, Craftsmen and collectors will tell from a metre away.  Experienced people in us, do not need to pick up a pot to check whether it is fully-handmade or made of zisha, we can tell from a metre away just by looking at the pot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e~~~~~~~~~~~~\u003cbr\u003eThe keywords are: Detailing and Cohesiveness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA GOOD Fully-Handmade ZiSha Work combines great detailing and cohesiveness.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e~~~\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 27, 174);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eExplained, https:\/\/www.realzisha.com\/blogs\/news\/actual-zisha-landscape-at-yixing , the Craftsman by selling his hard-worked ZiSha craft at $190-$240, $45-$65 goes to the cost of the craft, inclusive of the fees for the firing for the kiln operator (three times per pot), the packaging boxes, and between $32 to $52 for the clay (Zi Ni Di Cao Qing, Duan Ni and upwards) used per pot.\u003c\/span\u003e   Craftsman takes 3 days (fastest 2.5days) to craft a pot.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 27, 174);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIf he works 30 days a month without a single day of rest (no family time), he will craft 10-12 pots.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eIf he crafts for 25 days (five days of rest a month), his output will be 8-10 pots.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe success rate for Zi Ni (e.g. Di Cao Qing, Lao Zi Ni, Da Shui Tan etc) and Duan Ni (e.g. Jiang Po Ni, Qing Hui Duan, etc) is 70% on average.  Some times the whole batch of 10 may fail.  We have seen our Craftsmen suffer like this very often.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe success rate for Zhu Ni (e.g. Xiao Mei Yao Zhu Ni) pots is 60%, or 70% with most optimism and at the very, very best.  Unfortunately.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eAll of us at RealZiSha of course, hope for one another, professional colleagues and all, that all the pots will survive firing at the kiln successfully.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e[For ZiSha models\/designs that are very challenging and more complicated to craft, the time taken to craft will be longer, and the failure rate will be higher as well.  Zi Sha by its virtue, have the highest shrinkage rate of all ceramic clay.  Zi Ni and Duan Ni thus have that 70% success rate, while Zhu Ni has even higher shrinkage rate and thus even lower success rate (the lowest of all ceramic clay.)]\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOur Craftsmen are wholeheartedly committed to the cause of Fully-Handmade ZiSha Art and their strictness with their craft and dedication earn our respect.  We give a big Thank You all of these Craftsmen, for they are saving what is our common precious tea culture: Tea + Fully-Handmade ZiSha Art and Craft.  Your support is critical to their livelihood and the existence of this craft for all of the tea fraternity.\u003cbr\u003eThank you Friends!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; 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TX!","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: rgb(0, 48, 120);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e《玉悦六方》\"Yu Yue Liu Fang ~ Joyfulness Six-Sided\"!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260516_152729.jpg?v=1779215449\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260519_160708.jpg?v=1779215449\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260519_153747.jpg?v=1779215448\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: rgb(0, 48, 120);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003ePresenting here, proudly to all of you, by Craftsman Gao Xiang:\u003cbr\u003eHis Yu Yue Liu Fang!\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003cbr\u003eThe backstory of this creation of Gao Xiang.\u003cbr\u003eGao Xiang single-mindedly wants to create a work, which is able to exemplify, emanate and gift the joy of tea to the owner and guests!\u003cbr\u003eThe Joy of Spring comes to mind! And Gao Xiang duly planned to clay sculpt in colour: the bloom of Magnolia (\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eYu Lan 玉兰花) flowers, in order to adorn this work!  Starting with a six-sided plan, Gao Xiang also wishes to manifest the beautiful roundedness of masterfully cut, shaped and polished Jade 玉 pieces!\u003cbr\u003eHence the name of this work that includes the Chinese character:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(127, 1, 1);\"\u003eYu 玉 ~ Jade\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Magnolia flowers are called Yu Lan Hua \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e玉兰花.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(121, 2, 2);\"\u003eYu\u003c\/span\u003e Yue \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(122, 1, 1);\"\u003e愉\u003c\/span\u003e悦 the two Chinese characters mean happiness!\u003cbr\u003eHence Gao Xiang names this joyful work:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(125, 3, 3);\"\u003e《玉悦六方》YU YUE Liu Fang!\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eDesigned and crafted to bring JOY to you during tea session!\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260516_174703_1.jpg?v=1778960433\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003eGao Xiang is with you now, crafting beguiling and stunning handy-volumed Polygonal class works for all of you.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003eHim b\u003c\/span\u003eeing a very honest friend whom Zhang Huan, Zhu Shu and Yang Ping Ting respect a lot in their clay sculpting trainings several years ago, all of us managed to convince him, to join us in September 2025!  And yes here he is for all of you friends! \u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eWe are all very happy and over the moon!!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eGao Xiang, at age of 31 now, has been particularly fond of small Polygonal class works since fifteen years ago when he picked up and trained hard in Fully-Handmaking works!\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eHe receives of course, the nod of quality by Senior Consummate Master Yuan Hui!\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eAll of the Craftsmen now in the group too are very happy that from now on, they can all complement one another!\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eSmall (100-160ml) Polygonal works are his area of focus and forte, this being is his love which he does best in!\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eWe really hope all of you friends and ZiSha aficionados will agree with our team here that his works are amazing in craftsmanship and artistic direction under the auspices of Senior Consummate Master Yuan Hui!  All afforded at the most affordable price in the market, and of delicate savoir-faire and workmanship!  Very happy that he will now be here permanently with all of you!\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eA lot of hard work from all of us, and we will continue fighting very hard against all odds, for all of you. \u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eWe love our Fully-Handmade ZiSha Art and are very grateful and over the moon whenever each piece goes to your homes.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eWe passed Gao Xiang, our Cao Family’s Tai Xi Duan Ni we mined from Huang Long Shan (Tai Xi Quarry\/Mine pit is one of the famous and favourite mine locations at Huang Long Shan), and we high-fire them to manifest this beautiful beige-yellow-light brown colour.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  Going\u003c\/span\u003e further, how can we not let Gao Xiang add his finishing work with his coloured clay sculpting!  Everything in, a stunning 150ml volume work to serve you for your entire lifetime.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eWe cheer for Craftsman Gao Xiang and thank him for his years of dedication to ZiSha and his love of delicate Polygonal works!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260519_153747.jpg?v=1779215448\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260519_154516.jpg?v=1779215448\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(18, 2, 156); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eCraftsman Gao Xiang 高翔, presents here, the\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(18, 2, 156); text-decoration: underline;\" class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e《玉悦六方》\"Yu Yue Liu Fang\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(18, 2, 156); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e, \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(90, 1, 1); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eHigh-fired Tai Xi Duan Ni 台西段泥~高温烧\u003c\/span\u003e, with \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(2, 79, 22); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003ecoloured clay sculpting of a butterfly fluttering and the Magnolia flower in full bloom in the Spring ~彩色泥绘!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e~~~~~~~~~~~~~\u003cbr\u003eSavour BOTH of Craftsman's Gao Xiang's Pot Craftsmanship AND COLOURED Clay Sculpting 彩色泥绘!\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260519_155019.jpg?v=1779215449\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260519_155019.jpg?v=1779215449\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260519_155036.jpg?v=1779215449\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260516_152741_1.jpg?v=1779215449\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260519_155059.jpg?v=1779215449\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260519_153747_1.jpg?v=1779215449\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eClay Sculpting with the applied embellishments, is challenging and raises the likelihood of failure at firing: through cracks at the thin ZiSha clay appliqué, which would be irreparable.  If the clay sculpting comes off, these are irreparable, and the whole pot has to be abandoned.  Zhu Shu needs to craft again.  Generally success rate is one in two.\u003cb\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eColor Clay Sculpting is more difficult and requires higher experience, as the colors pre-firing is different from the colors manifested post-firing, hence the Craftsman must be able to envision the final post-fired effect and color, as she applies fresh ZiSha paste during this Clay Sculpting process!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eHaving the skill of knowing what ZiSha paste to sculpt with is one thing, having the petals and all, having the 3-Dimensional Effect, varying thickness to beautifully bring up the aesthetic appreciation of the Orchids, is another forté which must be mastered together by Craftsman Zhu Shu.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e~~~~~~~~~~\u003cbr\u003e45-degree 1mm-chamfering, A) At the rim of the opening, B) all around the Lid, C)at the handle, and D) at the lower edges of the body:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260519_155328.jpg?v=1779215449\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260519_155338.jpg?v=1779215449\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260519_155351.jpg?v=1779215448\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260519_155332.jpg?v=1779215449\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260519_155405.jpg?v=1779215449\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260519_155418.jpg?v=1779215449\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260519_155915.jpg?v=1779215449\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260519_155836.jpg?v=1779215451\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260519_155945.jpg?v=1779215449\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260519_155958.jpg?v=1779215449\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe carefully, deftly and diligently crafted hand-pushed in filter for amazing great pour from a small-volume ~165ml work!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260520_011658.jpg?v=1779215449\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: rgb(0, 48, 120);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eOur Cao Family's Tai Xi Duan Ni, this time high-fired.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260519_154931.jpg?v=1779215449\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260520_011418.jpg?v=1779215448\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eShrinkage of Fully-Handmade ZiSha work:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260520_011408.jpg?v=1779215449\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260520_011425.jpg?v=1779215449\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260520_011450.jpg?v=1779215449\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260520_011516.jpg?v=1779215448\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260520_011522.jpg?v=1779215449\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260519_155557.jpg?v=1779215449\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260519_155617.jpg?v=1779215448\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260519_155622.jpg?v=1779215448\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260519_155629.jpg?v=1779215448\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260519_155722.jpg?v=1779215448\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: rgb(0, 48, 120);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: rgb(0, 48, 120);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(87, 0, 0); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eZiSha Art is the most amazing carrier medium, housing various aspects of Chinese Cultural Arts!\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eHere in this Yu Yue Liu Fang by Craftsman Gao Xiang,you enjoy the embodiment of\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(23, 0, 113); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e1.  Fully-Handmade ZiSha Art and Craft 紫砂美术与工艺,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(23, 0, 113); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e2.  Painting 绘画,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(23, 0, 113); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e3.  Clay Sculpting 泥绘.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(87, 0, 0); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eHold, Use and Keep relishing the delightful aspects of our Chinese Culture in your daily life, in solitude, in practice, during hospitality to family and friends alike!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(87, 0, 0); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eSavour the journey, dearest Friends :-D\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: rgb(125, 7, 7);\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260516_175314_1.jpg?v=1778960373\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260516_181252.jpg?v=1778960439\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWe wish all our dearest friends in you, to enjoy it, use it, savour it and feel the aura of our Chinese YiXing Art!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e~~~~~~~~~~~~\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCraftsman Gao Xiang is NOW proudly one of us and he will be featuring consistently, with Zhang Huan, Zhu Shu, Yang Pin Ting, Gu Xiao Ming, Chen Fa Chu, et al.  \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #b70000;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eCraftsman Gao Xiang's works are highly scrutinised and praised too!by our Senior Masters, and deemed to be ready for you, delectable for your use and a long lasting permanent ZiSha work in your collection.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e~~~\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCherish it as they do not come easy, with the firing kiln enabling only a 60-70% success rate for this detailed Polygonal + coloured Clay embellishment sculpting Art, i.e. fire 3, and two or less will be successful.  This is SPECIALLY crafted for all of you friends at ~110ml to suit the gungfu solo steeping practice!  Still good for steeping for two people at a sitting!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHold one, hold up one, swing his work around.  Carefully examine his Fully-Handmade work.  Look at it from afar, from near, and it will grow on you.  The whole piece grow on you because 1) he takes reference from what the Senior Masters chose for him, 2) and he amazingly crafts them up EXACTLY as to what the Senior Masters want from him: extreme fine detailing with MUCH THOUGHT on each part, with MUCH TIME spent on every part, section.  Because this is what Fully-Handmade ZiSha Art should be, and HOW FULLY-HANDMADE ZISHA ART is so different from and light years ahead of the ubiquitous jigger-machined pots and half-handmade pots masquerading under the sales tagline of \"fully-handmade zisha\" pots.\u003c\/strong\u003e  These latter JM\/HHM pots are made in what we call 流水线 a.k.a. 'Factory-Line operation' whereby the main pot body after being jigger-machined or coming off from the mould, is passed to the next worker who fits on the spout, and subsequently this second worker will pass the pot on to another worker who will in turn fit on the handle.  Continuing so, the pressed lid is likewise passed to another worker who fit on the lid knob.  \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEACH WORKER has NO IDEA what the other one is doing,\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e and they are always working on fixed time lines stated by the boss.  For example, the worker being \"passed the baton\" a pot with the spout just fixed onto the body by his colleague, will only focus on fixing on the handle, \u003cstrong\u003ewith nil to little regard to WHETHER THE HANDLE fixed on will be cohesive with the spout.  Each worker has NO idea of HOW THE FINAL POT WILL LOOK LIKE.\u003c\/strong\u003e  Beyond poor craftsmanship and clay, the result of such processes are ugly pots with poor cohesiveness which experienced Artists, Craftsmen and collectors will tell from a metre away.  Experienced people in us, do not need to pick up a pot to check whether it is fully-handmade or made of zisha, we can tell from a metre away just by looking at the pot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e~~~~~~~~~~~~\u003cbr\u003eThe keywords are: Detailing and Cohesiveness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA GOOD Fully-Handmade ZiSha Work combines great detailing and cohesiveness.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e~~~\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 27, 174);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eExplained, https:\/\/www.realzisha.com\/blogs\/news\/actual-zisha-landscape-at-yixing , the Craftsman by selling his hard-worked ZiSha craft at $190-$240, $45-$65 goes to the cost of the craft, inclusive of the fees for the firing for the kiln operator (three times per pot), the packaging boxes, and between $32 to $52 for the clay (Zi Ni Di Cao Qing, Duan Ni and upwards) used per pot.\u003c\/span\u003e   Craftsman takes 3 days (fastest 2.5days) to craft a pot.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 27, 174);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIf he works 30 days a month without a single day of rest (no family time), he will craft 10-12 pots.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eIf he crafts for 25 days (five days of rest a month), his output will be 8-10 pots.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe success rate for Zi Ni (e.g. Di Cao Qing, Lao Zi Ni, Da Shui Tan etc) and Duan Ni (e.g. Jiang Po Ni, Qing Hui Duan, etc) is 70% on average.  Some times the whole batch of 10 may fail.  We have seen our Craftsmen suffer like this very often.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe success rate for Zhu Ni (e.g. Xiao Mei Yao Zhu Ni) pots is 60%, or 70% with most optimism and at the very, very best.  Unfortunately.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eAll of us at RealZiSha of course, hope for one another, professional colleagues and all, that all the pots will survive firing at the kiln successfully.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e[For ZiSha models\/designs that are very challenging and more complicated to craft, the time taken to craft will be longer, and the failure rate will be higher as well.  Zi Sha by its virtue, have the highest shrinkage rate of all ceramic clay.  Zi Ni and Duan Ni thus have that 70% success rate, while Zhu Ni has even higher shrinkage rate and thus even lower success rate (the lowest of all ceramic clay.)]\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOur Craftsmen are wholeheartedly committed to the cause of Fully-Handmade ZiSha Art and their strictness with their craft and dedication earn our respect.  We give a big Thank You all of these Craftsmen, for they are saving what is our common precious tea culture: Tea + Fully-Handmade ZiSha Art and Craft.  Your support is critical to their livelihood and the existence of this craft for all of the tea fraternity.\u003cbr\u003eThank you Friends!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; 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Germany🇩🇪!","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: rgb(0, 48, 120);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e《道•和 四方》\"Dao•He Si Fang ~ Tao•Peacefulness in Four Directions!\"\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003eBai Ma Zi Zi Ni 白麻子紫泥 is our family's very special clay, and we want you to notice that it is a type of Zi Ni, not Duan Ni.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eBai Ma Zi Zi Ni 白麻子紫泥 is different from Bai Ma Zi Duan Ni 白麻子段泥 (which needs to be fired at 1370degC).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260520_165510.jpg?v=1779359655\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: rgb(0, 48, 120);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: rgb(81, 1, 1);\"\u003eUnder the supervision of Cao An Xiang and Zhang Ke, this time, Craftsman Gao Xiang utilises our Cao Family's 4th Quarry Bai Ma Zi Zi Ni, in crafting this beautiful Tao He Si Fang!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: rgb(0, 48, 120);\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e* Dao•He Si Fang 《道•和 四方》*\u003cbr\u003eFired at 1250degC,\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260520_170346.jpg?v=1779359653\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260520_170303.jpg?v=1779359654\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe design hopes to inspire one's pursuit of The Tao of things, and as a personal deed to wish upon Peace in all directions for all sentient beings, as the Tea Master steeps tea.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003eBai Ma Zi Zi Ni is our very special clay!!!  It is a type of Zi Ni, not Duan Ni, and we fire it to 1250degC just as is eludicated here:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260502_013302.jpg?v=1777656843\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"在矿层中偶然出现, 含矿量极少。\u003cbr\u003e烧成后呈褐紫红色调, 胎质纯正温润, 表面黄白色的砂点颗粒丰富而自然, 色泽浑朴古雅。\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eIt appears rarely and occasionally in mineral layers, extremely low ore content (we need to sieve through it carefully and pick out the required ore!).\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eAfter firing, it exhibits a BROWNISH-PURPLISH-REDDISH hue, with a pure and WARM texture. The surface is rich in natural YELLOWISH-WHITE particles, giving it a rustic and elegant appearance.\"\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: rgb(0, 48, 120);\"\u003eOur Cao Family's 4th Quarry Bai Ma Zi Zi Ni fired at 1250degC:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: rgb(0, 48, 120);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260520_172527.jpg?v=1779359654\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260516_181957.jpg?v=1778957186\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLots of YELLOW-WHITE particles! as described.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260516_182104.jpg?v=1778957185\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePRESENTED PROUDLY HERE IN OUR LATEST PRODUCTION, AND COURTESY OF GAO XIANG'S HANDS:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e* Dao•He Si Fang 《道•和 四方》*\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260520_170214_1.jpg?v=1779359653\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260520_165629_1.jpg?v=1779359654\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260520_165830_1.jpg?v=1779359653\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: rgb(0, 48, 120);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eOur Cao Family's 4th Quarry Bai Ma Zi Zi Ni fired at 1250degC.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eGao Xiang is with you now, crafting beguiling and stunning handy-volumed Polygonal class works for all of you.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003eHim b\u003c\/span\u003eeing a very honest friend whom Zhang Huan, Zhu Shu and Yang Ping Ting respect a lot in their clay sculpting trainings several years ago, all of us managed to convince him, to join us in September 2025!  And yes here he is for all of you friends! \u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eWe are all very happy and over the moon!!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eGao Xiang, at age of 31 now, has been particularly fond of small Polygonal class works since fifteen years ago when he picked up and trained hard in Fully-Handmaking works!\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eHe receives of course, the nod of quality by Senior Consummate Master Yuan Hui!\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eAll of the Craftsmen now in the group too are very happy that from now on, they can all complement one another!\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eSmall (100-160ml) Polygonal works are his area of focus and forte, this being is his love which he does best in!\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eWe really hope all of you friends and ZiSha aficionados will agree with our team here that his works are amazing in craftsmanship and artistic direction under the auspices of Senior Consummate Master Yuan Hui!  All afforded at the most affordable price in the market, and of delicate savoir-faire and workmanship!  Very happy that he will now be here permanently with all of you!\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eA lot of hard work from all of us, and we will continue fighting very hard against all odds, for all of you. \u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eWe love our Fully-Handmade ZiSha Art and are very grateful and over the moon whenever each piece goes to your homes.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eWe passed Gao Xiang, our Cao Family’s 4th Quarry Bai Ma Zi Zi Ni that we mined from Huang Long Shan by decades ago.  We continue to support and cheer for dear Craftsman Gao Xiang and thank him for his years of dedication to ZiSha and his love of delicate Polygonal works!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260520_172455.jpg?v=1779359654\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260520_172512.jpg?v=1779359653\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260520_172630.jpg?v=1779359654\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260520_172639.jpg?v=1779359653\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260520_172849.jpg?v=1779359653\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260520_180719.jpg?v=1779359654\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260520_180712.jpg?v=1779359654\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(18, 2, 156); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eCraftsman Gao Xiang 高翔, presents here, the\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(18, 2, 156); text-decoration: underline;\" class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e《道和四方》\"Dao He Si Fang\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(18, 2, 156); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e, \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(90, 1, 1); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e4th Quarry Bai Ma Zi Zi Ni 四号井白麻子紫泥\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(2, 79, 22); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e~~~~~~~~~~\u003cbr\u003e45-degree 1mm-chamfering, A) At the rim of the opening, B) all around the Lid, C)at the handle, and D) at the lower edges of the body:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260520_173011.jpg?v=1779359656\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260520_173022.jpg?v=1779359654\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260520_173028.jpg?v=1779359654\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260520_173014.jpg?v=1779359654\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260520_174139.jpg?v=1779359654\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260520_174125.jpg?v=1779359654\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260520_173039.jpg?v=1779359654\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260520_174204.jpg?v=1779359654\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260520_174218.jpg?v=1779359654\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260520_174234.jpg?v=1779359653\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260520_174241.jpg?v=1779359654\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260520_170630.jpg?v=1779359655\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260520_172433.jpg?v=1779359654\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260520_172449.jpg?v=1779359654\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260520_180644.jpg?v=1779359653\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260520_180752.jpg?v=1779359654\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260520_180758.jpg?v=1779359653\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe carefully, deftly and diligently crafted hand-pushed in filter for amazing great pour from a small-volume ~155ml work!\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260521_011458.jpg?v=1779359654\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003eShrinkage of Fully-Handmade ZiSha work:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260521_011210.jpg?v=1779359654\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260521_011234.jpg?v=1779359654\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260521_011405.jpg?v=1779359654\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260521_011440.jpg?v=1779359654\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: rgb(125, 7, 7);\"\u003eWe wish all our dearest friends in you, to enjoy it, use it, savour it and feel the aura of our Chinese YiXing Art!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3684\/4694\/files\/20260520_172908.jpg?v=1779359654\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCraftsman Gao Xiang is NOW proudly one of us and he will be featuring consistently, with Zhang Huan, Zhu Shu, Yang Pin Ting, Gu Xiao Ming, Chen Fa Chu, et al.  \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #b70000;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eCraftsman Gao Xiang's works are highly scrutinised and praised too!by our Senior Masters, and deemed to be ready for you, delectable for your use and a long lasting permanent ZiSha work in your collection.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e~~~\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCherish it as they do not come easy, with the firing kiln enabling only a 60-70% success rate for this detailed Polygonal + coloured Clay embellishment sculpting Art, i.e. fire 3, and two or less will be successful.  This is SPECIALLY crafted for all of you friends at ~110ml to suit the gungfu solo steeping practice!  Still good for steeping for two people at a sitting!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHold one, hold up one, swing his work around.  Carefully examine his Fully-Handmade work.  Look at it from afar, from near, and it will grow on you.  The whole piece grow on you because 1) he takes reference from what the Senior Masters chose for him, 2) and he amazingly crafts them up EXACTLY as to what the Senior Masters want from him: extreme fine detailing with MUCH THOUGHT on each part, with MUCH TIME spent on every part, section.  Because this is what Fully-Handmade ZiSha Art should be, and HOW FULLY-HANDMADE ZISHA ART is so different from and light years ahead of the ubiquitous jigger-machined pots and half-handmade pots masquerading under the sales tagline of \"fully-handmade zisha\" pots.\u003c\/strong\u003e  These latter JM\/HHM pots are made in what we call 流水线 a.k.a. 'Factory-Line operation' whereby the main pot body after being jigger-machined or coming off from the mould, is passed to the next worker who fits on the spout, and subsequently this second worker will pass the pot on to another worker who will in turn fit on the handle.  Continuing so, the pressed lid is likewise passed to another worker who fit on the lid knob.  \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEACH WORKER has NO IDEA what the other one is doing,\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e and they are always working on fixed time lines stated by the boss.  For example, the worker being \"passed the baton\" a pot with the spout just fixed onto the body by his colleague, will only focus on fixing on the handle, \u003cstrong\u003ewith nil to little regard to WHETHER THE HANDLE fixed on will be cohesive with the spout.  Each worker has NO idea of HOW THE FINAL POT WILL LOOK LIKE.\u003c\/strong\u003e  Beyond poor craftsmanship and clay, the result of such processes are ugly pots with poor cohesiveness which experienced Artists, Craftsmen and collectors will tell from a metre away.  Experienced people in us, do not need to pick up a pot to check whether it is fully-handmade or made of zisha, we can tell from a metre away just by looking at the pot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e~~~~~~~~~~~~\u003cbr\u003eThe keywords are: Detailing and Cohesiveness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA GOOD Fully-Handmade ZiSha Work combines great detailing and cohesiveness.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e~~~\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 27, 174);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eExplained, https:\/\/www.realzisha.com\/blogs\/news\/actual-zisha-landscape-at-yixing , the Craftsman by selling his hard-worked ZiSha craft at $190-$240, $45-$65 goes to the cost of the craft, inclusive of the fees for the firing for the kiln operator (three times per pot), the packaging boxes, and between $32 to $52 for the clay (Zi Ni Di Cao Qing, Duan Ni and upwards) used per pot.\u003c\/span\u003e   Craftsman takes 3 days (fastest 2.5days) to craft a pot.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 27, 174);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIf he works 30 days a month without a single day of rest (no family time), he will craft 10-12 pots.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eIf he crafts for 25 days (five days of rest a month), his output will be 8-10 pots.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe success rate for Zi Ni (e.g. Di Cao Qing, Lao Zi Ni, Da Shui Tan etc) and Duan Ni (e.g. Jiang Po Ni, Qing Hui Duan, etc) is 70% on average.  Some times the whole batch of 10 may fail.  We have seen our Craftsmen suffer like this very often.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe success rate for Zhu Ni (e.g. Xiao Mei Yao Zhu Ni) pots is 60%, or 70% with most optimism and at the very, very best.  Unfortunately.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eAll of us at RealZiSha of course, hope for one another, professional colleagues and all, that all the pots will survive firing at the kiln successfully.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e[For ZiSha models\/designs that are very challenging and more complicated to craft, the time taken to craft will be longer, and the failure rate will be higher as well.  Zi Sha by its virtue, have the highest shrinkage rate of all ceramic clay.  Zi Ni and Duan Ni thus have that 70% success rate, while Zhu Ni has even higher shrinkage rate and thus even lower success rate (the lowest of all ceramic clay.)]\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOur Craftsmen are wholeheartedly committed to the cause of Fully-Handmade ZiSha Art and their strictness with their craft and dedication earn our respect.  We give a big Thank You all of these Craftsmen, for they are saving what is our common precious tea culture: Tea + Fully-Handmade ZiSha Art and Craft.  Your support is critical to their livelihood and the existence of this craft for all of the tea fraternity.\u003cbr\u003eThank you Friends!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; 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