Little Apple (120ml) Dicaoqing Engraved Yixing Teapot

This Little Apple Yixing Teapot, draws inspiration from the fruit's form while remaining grounded in the Yixing “圆器” (round ware) tradition. Its spherical body is designed for optimal function, featuring a curved spout for powerful pour and an enlarged handle that provides a secure grip. 

This teapot is half handmade from Dicaoqing, a type of purple clay distinguished by its flecks of green mineral inclusions. The artisan intentionally employed a lower firing temperature, resulting in a reddish-brown hue from the clay and a slightly more porous texture, which will encourage patina with use.

About the Engraving
The teapot features a hand engraved bamboo and the inscription "壶小有天地" (The teapot is small, but contains a universe within), conveying that "from small matters we can see something great".