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Handcrafted Gilded Silver Side-Handle Teapot | Copper Handle & Coarse Pottery
Handcrafted Gilded Silver Side-Handle Teapot | Copper Handle & Coarse Pottery
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This exquisite teapot is a celebration of texture and traditional metallurgy. Combining the rustic. earthy feel of Coarse Pottery with the refined brilliance of a Gilded Silver interior and a Japanese-style Copper Handle. this pot is designed for the serious tea practitioner who appreciates Wabi-Sabi aesthetics. Its compact size is perfectly calibrated for high-precision Gongfu brewing.
Product Specifications
Dimensions: 9cm (3.5) Length x 12cm (4.7) Height — A slender. upright profile that minimizes its footprint on your tea tray.
Capacity: 150ml (5.1 oz) — The Golden Ratio for individual brewing or serving two guests. ensuring the tea stays hot throughout the session.
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Material:
Exterior: High-Fired Coarse Pottery — Provides a rugged. non-slip texture and excellent heat insulation.
Interior: Hand-Gilded Silver — Naturally purifies the water and softens the tea liquor. enhancing the sweetness of the brew.
Handle: Japanese Hand-Forged Copper — A Lifting Beam design that stays cool to the touch and adds a vintage industrial contrast.
Filtration: Internal Ball-Hole Filter — Features multiple precision-drilled holes in a rounded dome shape to ensure a smooth. leaf-free pour even with small-leaf teas.
Key Features and Craftsmanship
The Power of Silver: The gilded silver lining is not just for luxury; silver ions react with the water to reduce astringency. It is particularly effective at taming the bitterness of young Raw Pu-erh or enhancing the floral notes of high-mountain Oolongs.
Japanese Ti Liang Aesthetics: The high-arched copper handle provides a balanced center of gravity. making the pour feel weightless and controlled. Over time. the copper will develop a unique dark patina. deepening the pot's character.
Artisan Texture: The coarse pottery exterior is fired at high temperatures to create a breathing vessel. Its matte. stone-like finish resists fingerprints and develops a subtle luster with regular tea washing.
Efficient Pour: The spout is engineered for a sharp cutoff. preventing drips and ensuring the 150ml of liquor is dispensed quickly to prevent over-steeping.
Ideal Use Cases
Elite Gongfu Sessions: Perfect for brewing premium teas that benefit from softened water. such as Aged Pu-erh. Rock Tea (Yancha). or Black Tea.
Zen Tea Room Decor: Its Old World materials make it a stunning centerpiece for a minimalist or Japanese-inspired tea space.
The Connoisseur's Gift: A high-end choice for tea masters who value the functional benefits of silver-lined teaware.
Maintenance and Care
Rinse Only: Use hot water to rinse the pot after each use. Avoid detergents. as the porous pottery and silver lining can absorb chemical scents.
Silver Care: If the silver interior darkens due to tea tannins. gently wipe it with a soft cloth or a small amount of toothpaste to restore its original brilliance.
Patina Preservation: Let the copper handle age naturally. If you prefer a bright shine. a quick polish with a copper-cleaning solution will keep it glowing
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