Yixing Bian Fu (Flat Belly) Teapot (Approx. 45ml) Dimensions: 3.5" wide x 2" tall
Experience the elegance and functionality of traditional Chinese tea culture with this handcrafted Yixing Bian Fu teapot, made from authentic Zisha clay (紫砂 / “purple sand”) from Yixing, Jiangsu Province. Renowned for its porous, mineral-rich composition, this clay allows the teapot to “breathe”, gradually absorbing tea oils to enhance flavor over time. Its heat-retaining properties and mineral content—quartz, mica, and hematite—ensure even brewing, stable temperatures, and richer infusions, making it ideal for oolong, puerh, and black teas, including both raw and ripe puerh.
The Bian Fu (“Flat Belly”) shape features a flattened, broad body with sweeping curves from knob to lid to shoulder and belly, creating a subtle ripple effect. The slightly curved lid adds a sense of momentum, while the low, wide profile allows tea leaves to spread and unfurl fully, ensuring even circulation and extraction. The slightly curved spout delivers smooth, controlled pours, and the ergonomically proportioned handle complements the wide body for comfortable, multiple infusions.
This teapot holds 45ml, making it perfect for solo gongfu-style tea sessions or for savoring smaller amounts of your finest teas with the maximum control and extraction. The Bian Fu shape emphasizes stability, balance, and harmony, reflecting traditional Chinese aesthetics and the philosophy of proportional design. Its broad base and grounded profile make it both practical and elegant, a vessel that enhances the flavor of your tea while serving as a beautiful, collectible piece of craftsmanship.
